Have a firm handshake.

Make new friends but cherish the old ones.

Always accept an outstretched hand.

Keep your promises (no matter what).

Think big thoughts but relish small pleasures.

Don't be afraid to say "I don't know."

Become the most positive and enthusiastic person you know.

Be the first to say hello.

Look people in the eye.

Compliment even small improvements.

Never waste an opportunity to tell someone you love them.

Treat everyone you meet like you want to be treated.

Say "please" a lot.

Buy whatever kids are selling on card tables in their front yards.

Carry jumper cables in your trunk.

Floss your teeth.

Plant flowers every spring.

Be forgiving of yourself and others.

Remember other people's birthdays.

Say "thank-you" a lot.

Rekindle old friendships.

Leave everything a little better than you found it.

Avoid negative people.

Learn three clean jokes.

Return all things you borrow.

Marry only for love.

Live your life as an exclamation, not an explanation.

Compliment three people everyday.

Wear polished shoes.

Wave at kids on school buses.

Take responsibility for every area of your life.

Plant a tree on your birthday.

Send lots of Valentines Day cards and sign them "Someone who thinks you're terrific."

Drink champagne for no reason at all.

Dance like no-one is watching. Sing like no-one is listening. Love like you've never been hurt.

Stop blaming others.

Don't be afraid to say "I made a mistake."

Keep it simple.

Call your mother.

Feed a stranger's expired parking meter.

Don't expect life to be fair.

Over tip breakfast waitresses.

Leave the toilet seat in the down position.

Commit yourself to constant improvement.

Never underestimate the power of love.

Sing in a choir.

Sing in the shower.

Strive for excellence, not for perfection.

Ask for a raise when you feel you've earned it.

Count your blessings.

Never refuse homemade brownies.

Have a dog.

be there when people need you.

Use the good silver.

Watch a sunrise at least once a year.

Return borrowed vehicles with the gas tank filled.

Keep secrets.