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

Live your life as an exclamation, not an explanation.

Treat everyone you meet like you want to be treated.

Stop blaming others.

Leave everything a little better than you found it.

Avoid negative people.

Call your mother.

Watch a sunrise at least once a year.

Remember other people's birthdays.

Drink champagne for no reason at all.

Keep it simple.

Floss your teeth.

Have a dog.

Keep your promises (no matter what).

Don't expect life to be fair.

Look people in the eye.

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

Wave at kids on school buses.

Feed a stranger's expired parking meter.

Marry only for love.

Be the first to say hello.

Be forgiving of yourself and others.

Compliment three people everyday.

Say "thank-you" a lot.

Over tip breakfast waitresses.

Make new friends but cherish the old ones.

Carry jumper cables in your trunk.

Strive for excellence, not for perfection.

Never underestimate the power of love.

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

Leave the toilet seat in the down position.

Say "please" a lot.

Have a firm handshake.

Always accept an outstretched hand.

Plant a tree on your birthday.

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

Commit yourself to constant improvement.

Sing in the shower.

Return borrowed vehicles with the gas tank filled.

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

Think big thoughts but relish small pleasures.

Keep secrets.

Wear polished shoes.

Return all things you borrow.

Never refuse homemade brownies.

Become the most positive and enthusiastic person you know.

Take responsibility for every area of your life.

be there when people need you.

Never waste an opportunity to tell someone you love them.

Plant flowers every spring.

Count your blessings.

Use the good silver.

Compliment even small improvements.

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

Rekindle old friendships.

Learn three clean jokes.

Sing in a choir.