Strive for excellence, not for perfection.

Compliment even small improvements.

Be forgiving of yourself and others.

Learn three clean jokes.

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

Take responsibility for every area of your life.

Avoid negative people.

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

Live your life as an exclamation, not an explanation.

Leave everything a little better than you found it.

Never refuse homemade brownies.

Sing in the shower.

Wave at kids on school buses.

Never underestimate the power of love.

Think big thoughts but relish small pleasures.

Carry jumper cables in your trunk.

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

Remember other people's birthdays.

Plant a tree on your birthday.

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

Count your blessings.

Stop blaming others.

Say "thank-you" a lot.

Leave the toilet seat in the down position.

Wear polished shoes.

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

Marry only for love.

Compliment three people everyday.

Rekindle old friendships.

Be the first to say hello.

Don't expect life to be fair.

Sing in a choir.

Commit yourself to constant improvement.

Treat everyone you meet like you want to be treated.

Say "please" a lot.

Keep secrets.

Return borrowed vehicles with the gas tank filled.

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

Feed a stranger's expired parking meter.

Floss your teeth.

Plant flowers every spring.

Over tip breakfast waitresses.

Keep your promises (no matter what).

Always accept an outstretched hand.

Call your mother.

Watch a sunrise at least once a year.

Use the good silver.

Have a firm handshake.

be there when people need you.

Become the most positive and enthusiastic person you know.

Make new friends but cherish the old ones.

Drink champagne for no reason at all.

Have a dog.

Return all things you borrow.

Look people in the eye.

Keep it simple.

Never waste an opportunity to tell someone you love them.