Say "please" a lot.

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

Be forgiving of yourself and others.

Keep it simple.

Sing in a choir.

Say "thank-you" a lot.

Make new friends but cherish the old ones.

Don't expect life to be fair.

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

Keep your promises (no matter what).

Have a dog.

Never refuse homemade brownies.

Plant a tree on your birthday.

Look people in the eye.

Plant flowers every spring.

be there when people need you.

Think big thoughts but relish small pleasures.

Remember other people's birthdays.

Floss your teeth.

Carry jumper cables in your trunk.

Always accept an outstretched hand.

Take responsibility for every area of your life.

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

Learn three clean jokes.

Be the first to say hello.

Count your blessings.

Stop blaming others.

Live your life as an exclamation, not an explanation.

Leave the toilet seat in the down position.

Marry only for love.

Use the good silver.

Sing in the shower.

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

Become the most positive and enthusiastic person you know.

Compliment three people everyday.

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

Return borrowed vehicles with the gas tank filled.

Wear polished shoes.

Keep secrets.

Call your mother.

Strive for excellence, not for perfection.

Compliment even small improvements.

Leave everything a little better than you found it.

Return all things you borrow.

Never waste an opportunity to tell someone you love them.

Wave at kids on school buses.

Feed a stranger's expired parking meter.

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

Treat everyone you meet like you want to be treated.

Never underestimate the power of love.

Over tip breakfast waitresses.

Avoid negative people.

Have a firm handshake.

Drink champagne for no reason at all.

Rekindle old friendships.

Commit yourself to constant improvement.

Watch a sunrise at least once a year.