Be forgiving of yourself and others.

be there when people need you.

Say "please" a lot.

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

Sing in the shower.

Watch a sunrise at least once a year.

Don't expect life to be fair.

Call your mother.

Count your blessings.

Strive for excellence, not for perfection.

Make new friends but cherish the old ones.

Keep it simple.

Compliment even small improvements.

Stop blaming others.

Use the good silver.

Become the most positive and enthusiastic person you know.

Floss your teeth.

Rekindle old friendships.

Take responsibility for every area of your life.

Think big thoughts but relish small pleasures.

Never refuse homemade brownies.

Say "thank-you" a lot.

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

Plant a tree on your birthday.

Keep secrets.

Marry only for love.

Return borrowed vehicles with the gas tank filled.

Leave everything a little better than you found it.

Drink champagne for no reason at all.

Learn three clean jokes.

Be the first to say hello.

Treat everyone you meet like you want to be treated.

Plant flowers every spring.

Never waste an opportunity to tell someone you love them.

Sing in a choir.

Return all things you borrow.

Always accept an outstretched hand.

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

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

Carry jumper cables in your trunk.

Compliment three people everyday.

Remember other people's birthdays.

Never underestimate the power of love.

Keep your promises (no matter what).

Avoid negative people.

Commit yourself to constant improvement.

Wear polished shoes.

Have a firm handshake.

Wave at kids on school buses.

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

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

Look people in the eye.

Live your life as an exclamation, not an explanation.

Leave the toilet seat in the down position.

Have a dog.

Over tip breakfast waitresses.

Feed a stranger's expired parking meter.