Keep your promises (no matter what).

Use the good silver.

Compliment even small improvements.

Stop blaming others.

Keep it simple.

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

Always accept an outstretched hand.

Have a firm handshake.

Sing in a choir.

Plant a tree on your birthday.

Strive for excellence, not for perfection.

Live your life as an exclamation, not an explanation.

Make new friends but cherish the old ones.

be there when people need you.

Return all things you borrow.

Learn three clean jokes.

Carry jumper cables in your trunk.

Never waste an opportunity to tell someone you love them.

Rekindle old friendships.

Look people in the eye.

Remember other people's birthdays.

Be forgiving of yourself and others.

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

Drink champagne for no reason at all.

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

Commit yourself to constant improvement.

Never refuse homemade brownies.

Think big thoughts but relish small pleasures.

Leave the toilet seat in the down position.

Count your blessings.

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

Never underestimate the power of love.

Avoid negative people.

Take responsibility for every area of your life.

Over tip breakfast waitresses.

Leave everything a little better than you found it.

Be the first to say hello.

Sing in the shower.

Keep secrets.

Don't expect life to be fair.

Call your mother.

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

Marry only for love.

Compliment three people everyday.

Become the most positive and enthusiastic person you know.

Say "thank-you" a lot.

Plant flowers every spring.

Floss your teeth.

Treat everyone you meet like you want to be treated.

Watch a sunrise at least once a year.

Wave at kids on school buses.

Feed a stranger's expired parking meter.

Return borrowed vehicles with the gas tank filled.

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

Have a dog.

Say "please" a lot.

Wear polished shoes.