Avoid negative people.

Think big thoughts but relish small pleasures.

Be the first to say hello.

Call your mother.

Drink champagne for no reason at all.

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

Leave the toilet seat in the down position.

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

Never waste an opportunity to tell someone you love them.

Take responsibility for every area of your life.

Wear polished shoes.

Keep it simple.

Always accept an outstretched hand.

Over tip breakfast waitresses.

Keep your promises (no matter what).

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

Watch a sunrise at least once a year.

Plant a tree on your birthday.

Marry only for love.

Strive for excellence, not for perfection.

Keep secrets.

Learn three clean jokes.

Use the good silver.

Sing in a choir.

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

Stop blaming others.

Wave at kids on school buses.

Compliment three people everyday.

Return all things you borrow.

Make new friends but cherish the old ones.

Say "please" a lot.

Remember other people's birthdays.

Never refuse homemade brownies.

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

Become the most positive and enthusiastic person you know.

Commit yourself to constant improvement.

Have a dog.

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

Be forgiving of yourself and others.

be there when people need you.

Compliment even small improvements.

Say "thank-you" a lot.

Never underestimate the power of love.

Live your life as an exclamation, not an explanation.

Plant flowers every spring.

Feed a stranger's expired parking meter.

Floss your teeth.

Have a firm handshake.

Sing in the shower.

Look people in the eye.

Rekindle old friendships.

Treat everyone you meet like you want to be treated.

Return borrowed vehicles with the gas tank filled.

Leave everything a little better than you found it.

Don't expect life to be fair.

Count your blessings.

Carry jumper cables in your trunk.