Avoid negative people.

Look people in the eye.

Don't expect life to be fair.

Be forgiving of yourself and others.

Make new friends but cherish the old ones.

Plant flowers every spring.

Think big thoughts but relish small pleasures.

Rekindle old friendships.

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

Feed a stranger's expired parking meter.

Leave the toilet seat in the down position.

Learn three clean jokes.

be there when people need you.

Be the first to say hello.

Return all things you borrow.

Over tip breakfast waitresses.

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

Keep secrets.

Never waste an opportunity to tell someone you love them.

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

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

Drink champagne for no reason at all.

Never refuse homemade brownies.

Say "please" a lot.

Call your mother.

Keep it simple.

Stop blaming others.

Always accept an outstretched hand.

Marry only for love.

Plant a tree on your birthday.

Leave everything a little better than you found it.

Have a dog.

Use the good silver.

Strive for excellence, not for perfection.

Remember other people's birthdays.

Become the most positive and enthusiastic person you know.

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

Treat everyone you meet like you want to be treated.

Wave at kids on school buses.

Compliment even small improvements.

Return borrowed vehicles with the gas tank filled.

Compliment three people everyday.

Sing in the shower.

Sing in a choir.

Floss your teeth.

Wear polished shoes.

Commit yourself to constant improvement.

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

Carry jumper cables in your trunk.

Count your blessings.

Have a firm handshake.

Live your life as an exclamation, not an explanation.

Watch a sunrise at least once a year.

Say "thank-you" a lot.

Keep your promises (no matter what).

Take responsibility for every area of your life.

Never underestimate the power of love.