Carry jumper cables in your trunk.

Avoid negative people.

Look people in the eye.

Wear polished shoes.

Sing in the shower.

Marry only for love.

Be forgiving of yourself and others.

Always accept an outstretched hand.

Watch a sunrise at least once a year.

Plant a tree on your birthday.

Over tip breakfast waitresses.

Strive for excellence, not for perfection.

Say "thank-you" a lot.

Learn three clean jokes.

Keep it simple.

Compliment three people everyday.

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

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

be there when people need you.

Have a dog.

Never refuse homemade brownies.

Keep secrets.

Count your blessings.

Stop blaming others.

Take responsibility for every area of your life.

Wave at kids on school buses.

Have a firm handshake.

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

Return borrowed vehicles with the gas tank filled.

Leave the toilet seat in the down position.

Call your mother.

Compliment even small improvements.

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

Make new friends but cherish the old ones.

Think big thoughts but relish small pleasures.

Remember other people's birthdays.

Become the most positive and enthusiastic person you know.

Commit yourself to constant improvement.

Use the good silver.

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

Treat everyone you meet like you want to be treated.

Feed a stranger's expired parking meter.

Rekindle old friendships.

Floss your teeth.

Plant flowers every spring.

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

Keep your promises (no matter what).

Never underestimate the power of love.

Live your life as an exclamation, not an explanation.

Say "please" a lot.

Don't expect life to be fair.

Return all things you borrow.

Never waste an opportunity to tell someone you love them.

Leave everything a little better than you found it.

Be the first to say hello.

Sing in a choir.

Drink champagne for no reason at all.