be there when people need you.

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

Say "thank-you" a lot.

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

Strive for excellence, not for perfection.

Have a firm handshake.

Sing in the shower.

Marry only for love.

Take responsibility for every area of your life.

Commit yourself to constant improvement.

Keep your promises (no matter what).

Become the most positive and enthusiastic person you know.

Floss your teeth.

Think big thoughts but relish small pleasures.

Keep secrets.

Return all things you borrow.

Compliment even small improvements.

Learn three clean jokes.

Plant flowers every spring.

Carry jumper cables in your trunk.

Compliment three people everyday.

Be forgiving of yourself and others.

Over tip breakfast waitresses.

Never waste an opportunity to tell someone you love them.

Never underestimate the power of love.

Make new friends but cherish the old ones.

Look people in the eye.

Always accept an outstretched hand.

Have a dog.

Call your mother.

Use the good silver.

Leave the toilet seat in the down position.

Avoid negative people.

Leave everything a little better than you found it.

Drink champagne for no reason at all.

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

Plant a tree on your birthday.

Stop blaming others.

Watch a sunrise at least once a year.

Live your life as an exclamation, not an explanation.

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

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

Wear polished shoes.

Treat everyone you meet like you want to be treated.

Remember other people's birthdays.

Count your blessings.

Be the first to say hello.

Wave at kids on school buses.

Sing in a choir.

Keep it simple.

Say "please" a lot.

Return borrowed vehicles with the gas tank filled.

Don't expect life to be fair.

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

Rekindle old friendships.

Feed a stranger's expired parking meter.

Never refuse homemade brownies.