Think big thoughts but relish small pleasures.

Commit yourself to constant improvement.

Keep your promises (no matter what).

Become the most positive and enthusiastic person you know.

Compliment even small improvements.

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

Say "thank-you" a lot.

Plant flowers every spring.

Compliment three people everyday.

Never refuse homemade brownies.

Floss your teeth.

Stop blaming others.

Always accept an outstretched hand.

Over tip breakfast waitresses.

Carry jumper cables in your trunk.

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

Don't expect life to be fair.

Have a dog.

Keep it simple.

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

Return borrowed vehicles with the gas tank filled.

Live your life as an exclamation, not an explanation.

Look people in the eye.

Rekindle old friendships.

Leave everything a little better than you found it.

Treat everyone you meet like you want to be treated.

Feed a stranger's expired parking meter.

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

Count your blessings.

Wear polished shoes.

Drink champagne for no reason at all.

Remember other people's birthdays.

Never underestimate the power of love.

Make new friends but cherish the old ones.

Learn three clean jokes.

Never waste an opportunity to tell someone you love them.

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

Take responsibility for every area of your life.

Marry only for love.

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

Return all things you borrow.

Be the first to say hello.

Avoid negative people.

Sing in the shower.

Plant a tree on your birthday.

Call your mother.

Sing in a choir.

Say "please" a lot.

Use the good silver.

Have a firm handshake.

Watch a sunrise at least once a year.

Wave at kids on school buses.

Strive for excellence, not for perfection.

Keep secrets.

Leave the toilet seat in the down position.

Be forgiving of yourself and others.

be there when people need you.