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

Commit yourself to constant improvement.

Be forgiving of yourself and others.

Avoid negative people.

Treat everyone you meet like you want to be treated.

Say "please" a lot.

Say "thank-you" a lot.

Plant a tree on your birthday.

Return borrowed vehicles with the gas tank filled.

Have a firm handshake.

Become the most positive and enthusiastic person you know.

Marry only for love.

Use the good silver.

Be the first to say hello.

Never refuse homemade brownies.

Feed a stranger's expired parking meter.

Watch a sunrise at least once a year.

Have a dog.

Floss your teeth.

Leave the toilet seat in the down position.

Compliment three people everyday.

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

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

Stop blaming others.

Don't expect life to be fair.

Live your life as an exclamation, not an explanation.

Remember other people's birthdays.

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

Keep your promises (no matter what).

Learn three clean jokes.

Carry jumper cables in your trunk.

Plant flowers every spring.

Always accept an outstretched hand.

Keep secrets.

Think big thoughts but relish small pleasures.

Call your mother.

Compliment even small improvements.

Strive for excellence, not for perfection.

Rekindle old friendships.

Look people in the eye.

Make new friends but cherish the old ones.

Wear polished shoes.

Over tip breakfast waitresses.

Never underestimate the power of love.

Sing in a choir.

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

Count your blessings.

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

Take responsibility for every area of your life.

Keep it simple.

Wave at kids on school buses.

Sing in the shower.

Drink champagne for no reason at all.

Return all things you borrow.

be there when people need you.

Never waste an opportunity to tell someone you love them.

Leave everything a little better than you found it.