Stop blaming others.

Never refuse homemade brownies.

Sing in the shower.

Count your blessings.

Return all things you borrow.

Compliment three people everyday.

Learn three clean jokes.

Have a firm handshake.

Always accept an outstretched hand.

Feed a stranger's expired parking meter.

Drink champagne for no reason at all.

Commit yourself to constant improvement.

Remember other people's birthdays.

Treat everyone you meet like you want to be treated.

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

Floss your teeth.

Wear polished shoes.

Call your mother.

Keep your promises (no matter what).

Become the most positive and enthusiastic person you know.

Marry only for love.

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

Look people in the eye.

Think big thoughts but relish small pleasures.

Say "thank-you" a lot.

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

Make new friends but cherish the old ones.

Never underestimate the power of love.

Carry jumper cables in your trunk.

Compliment even small improvements.

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

Don't expect life to be fair.

Watch a sunrise at least once a year.

Keep secrets.

Use the good silver.

Take responsibility for every area of your life.

Never waste an opportunity to tell someone you love them.

Plant flowers every spring.

Sing in a choir.

Avoid negative people.

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

Be the first to say hello.

Over tip breakfast waitresses.

Say "please" a lot.

Strive for excellence, not for perfection.

Be forgiving of yourself and others.

Have a dog.

Rekindle old friendships.

Leave everything a little better than you found it.

be there when people need you.

Plant a tree on your birthday.

Leave the toilet seat in the down position.

Live your life as an exclamation, not an explanation.

Return borrowed vehicles with the gas tank filled.

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

Wave at kids on school buses.

Keep it simple.