Stop blaming others.

Be the first to say hello.

Become the most positive and enthusiastic person you know.

Floss your teeth.

Sing in a choir.

Never refuse homemade brownies.

Plant flowers every spring.

Use the good silver.

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

Keep it simple.

Feed a stranger's expired parking meter.

Return borrowed vehicles with the gas tank filled.

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

Don't expect life to be fair.

Compliment even small improvements.

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

Drink champagne for no reason at all.

Call your mother.

Keep secrets.

Sing in the shower.

Be forgiving of yourself and others.

Watch a sunrise at least once a year.

Over tip breakfast waitresses.

Compliment three people everyday.

Remember other people's birthdays.

Always accept an outstretched hand.

Leave the toilet seat in the down position.

Commit yourself to constant improvement.

Return all things you borrow.

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

Treat everyone you meet like you want to be treated.

Count your blessings.

Plant a tree on your birthday.

Never waste an opportunity to tell someone you love them.

Strive for excellence, not for perfection.

be there when people need you.

Think big thoughts but relish small pleasures.

Keep your promises (no matter what).

Avoid negative people.

Wear polished shoes.

Make new friends but cherish the old ones.

Carry jumper cables in your trunk.

Marry only for love.

Take responsibility for every area of your life.

Leave everything a little better than you found it.

Never underestimate the power of love.

Say "please" a lot.

Rekindle old friendships.

Look people in the eye.

Have a dog.

Say "thank-you" a lot.

Live your life as an exclamation, not an explanation.

Learn three clean jokes.

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

Have a firm handshake.

Wave at kids on school buses.

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