Strive for excellence, not for perfection.
Never waste an opportunity to tell someone you love them.
Over tip breakfast waitresses.
Live your life as an exclamation, not an explanation.
Feed a stranger's expired parking meter.
Remember other people's birthdays.
Be the first to say hello.
Send lots of Valentines Day cards and sign them "Someone who thinks you're terrific."
Be forgiving of yourself and others.
Compliment even small improvements.
Treat everyone you meet like you want to be treated.
Take responsibility for every area of your life.
Call your mother.
Keep your promises (no matter what).
Compliment three people everyday.
Avoid negative people.
Sing in the shower.
Never underestimate the power of love.
Don't be afraid to say "I don't know."
Return borrowed vehicles with the gas tank filled.
Commit yourself to constant improvement.
Dance like no-one is watching. Sing like no-one is listening. Love like you've never been hurt.
Think big thoughts but relish small pleasures.
Keep secrets.
Stop blaming others.
Watch a sunrise at least once a year.
Ask for a raise when you feel you've earned it.
be there when people need you.
Plant flowers every spring.
Rekindle old friendships.
Say "please" a lot.
Carry jumper cables in your trunk.
Leave the toilet seat in the down position.
Marry only for love.
Plant a tree on your birthday.
Wear polished shoes.
Drink champagne for no reason at all.
Sing in a choir.
Look people in the eye.
Never refuse homemade brownies.
Use the good silver.
Don't expect life to be fair.
Always accept an outstretched hand.
Wave at kids on school buses.
Become the most positive and enthusiastic person you know.
Don't be afraid to say "I made a mistake."
Have a dog.
Learn three clean jokes.
Floss your teeth.
Leave everything a little better than you found it.
Return all things you borrow.
Keep it simple.
Count your blessings.
Make new friends but cherish the old ones.
Say "thank-you" a lot.
Buy whatever kids are selling on card tables in their front yards.
Have a firm handshake.