Leave everything a little better than you found it.

Have a dog.

Leave the toilet seat in the down position.

Never underestimate the power of love.

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

Be forgiving of yourself and others.

Always accept an outstretched hand.

Use the good silver.

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

Stop blaming others.

Say "please" a lot.

Feed a stranger's expired parking meter.

Commit yourself to constant improvement.

Wave at kids on school buses.

Keep secrets.

Treat everyone you meet like you want to be treated.

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

Plant flowers every spring.

Count your blessings.

Look people in the eye.

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

Be the first to say hello.

Keep your promises (no matter what).

Over tip breakfast waitresses.

Remember other people's birthdays.

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

Return all things you borrow.

Sing in the shower.

Become the most positive and enthusiastic person you know.

Wear polished shoes.

Don't expect life to be fair.

Return borrowed vehicles with the gas tank filled.

Think big thoughts but relish small pleasures.

Keep it simple.

Learn three clean jokes.

Carry jumper cables in your trunk.

Take responsibility for every area of your life.

Marry only for love.

Call your mother.

be there when people need you.

Live your life as an exclamation, not an explanation.

Compliment even small improvements.

Strive for excellence, not for perfection.

Sing in a choir.

Watch a sunrise at least once a year.

Drink champagne for no reason at all.

Say "thank-you" a lot.

Make new friends but cherish the old ones.

Plant a tree on your birthday.

Avoid negative people.

Never waste an opportunity to tell someone you love them.

Compliment three people everyday.

Never refuse homemade brownies.

Have a firm handshake.

Rekindle old friendships.

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

Floss your teeth.