Carry jumper cables in your trunk.

Sing in a choir.

Never waste an opportunity to tell someone you love them.

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

Say "thank-you" a lot.

Have a firm handshake.

Think big thoughts but relish small pleasures.

Have a dog.

Avoid negative people.

Watch a sunrise at least once a year.

Floss your teeth.

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

Leave everything a little better than you found it.

Make new friends but cherish the old ones.

Call your mother.

Strive for excellence, not for perfection.

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

Live your life as an exclamation, not an explanation.

Drink champagne for no reason at all.

Learn three clean jokes.

be there when people need you.

Be forgiving of yourself and others.

Compliment even small improvements.

Marry only for love.

Use the good silver.

Plant flowers every spring.

Don't expect life to be fair.

Never refuse homemade brownies.

Treat everyone you meet like you want to be treated.

Keep it simple.

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

Plant a tree on your birthday.

Never underestimate the power of love.

Return all things you borrow.

Compliment three people everyday.

Leave the toilet seat in the down position.

Look people in the eye.

Return borrowed vehicles with the gas tank filled.

Rekindle old friendships.

Become the most positive and enthusiastic person you know.

Take responsibility for every area of your life.

Over tip breakfast waitresses.

Feed a stranger's expired parking meter.

Stop blaming others.

Commit yourself to constant improvement.

Keep secrets.

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

Remember other people's birthdays.

Count your blessings.

Say "please" a lot.

Sing in the shower.

Keep your promises (no matter what).

Wave at kids on school buses.

Be the first to say hello.

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

Wear polished shoes.

Always accept an outstretched hand.