Leave the toilet seat in the down position.

Have a dog.

Look people in the eye.

Think big thoughts but relish small pleasures.

Always accept an outstretched hand.

Feed a stranger's expired parking meter.

Keep it simple.

Keep secrets.

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

Don't expect life to be fair.

Sing in a choir.

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

Avoid negative people.

Call your mother.

Commit yourself to constant improvement.

Strive for excellence, not for perfection.

Have a firm handshake.

Take responsibility for every area of your life.

Learn three clean jokes.

be there when people need you.

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

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

Marry only for love.

Use the good silver.

Become the most positive and enthusiastic person you know.

Compliment even small improvements.

Rekindle old friendships.

Plant a tree on your birthday.

Say "thank-you" a lot.

Never waste an opportunity to tell someone you love them.

Drink champagne for no reason at all.

Plant flowers every spring.

Leave everything a little better than you found it.

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

Over tip breakfast waitresses.

Floss your teeth.

Treat everyone you meet like you want to be treated.

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

Compliment three people everyday.

Return all things you borrow.

Never refuse homemade brownies.

Say "please" a lot.

Be the first to say hello.

Stop blaming others.

Return borrowed vehicles with the gas tank filled.

Keep your promises (no matter what).

Make new friends but cherish the old ones.

Count your blessings.

Be forgiving of yourself and others.

Sing in the shower.

Watch a sunrise at least once a year.

Carry jumper cables in your trunk.

Wear polished shoes.

Never underestimate the power of love.

Remember other people's birthdays.

Live your life as an exclamation, not an explanation.

Wave at kids on school buses.