Leave everything a little better than you found it.

Remember other people's birthdays.

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

Have a firm handshake.

Avoid negative people.

Take responsibility for every area of your life.

Never underestimate the power of love.

Always accept an outstretched hand.

Never waste an opportunity to tell someone you love them.

Have a dog.

Sing in a choir.

Compliment even small improvements.

Sing in the shower.

Keep your promises (no matter what).

Say "please" a lot.

Be the first to say hello.

Make new friends but cherish the old ones.

Leave the toilet seat in the down position.

Return all things you borrow.

Never refuse homemade brownies.

Rekindle old friendships.

Compliment three people everyday.

be there when people need you.

Learn three clean jokes.

Keep it simple.

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

Feed a stranger's expired parking meter.

Wear polished shoes.

Don't expect life to be fair.

Drink champagne for no reason at all.

Become the most positive and enthusiastic person you know.

Use the good silver.

Over tip breakfast waitresses.

Think big thoughts but relish small pleasures.

Carry jumper cables in your trunk.

Wave at kids on school buses.

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

Strive for excellence, not for perfection.

Stop blaming others.

Count your blessings.

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

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

Say "thank-you" a lot.

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

Call your mother.

Live your life as an exclamation, not an explanation.

Treat everyone you meet like you want to be treated.

Look people in the eye.

Keep secrets.

Return borrowed vehicles with the gas tank filled.

Commit yourself to constant improvement.

Plant flowers every spring.

Watch a sunrise at least once a year.

Be forgiving of yourself and others.

Plant a tree on your birthday.

Floss your teeth.

Marry only for love.