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

Keep it simple.

Commit yourself to constant improvement.

Have a firm handshake.

Leave everything a little better than you found it.

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

Never refuse homemade brownies.

Feed a stranger's expired parking meter.

Count your blessings.

Always accept an outstretched hand.

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

Carry jumper cables in your trunk.

Say "please" a lot.

Drink champagne for no reason at all.

be there when people need you.

Be the first to say hello.

Live your life as an exclamation, not an explanation.

Become the most positive and enthusiastic person you know.

Return all things you borrow.

Keep secrets.

Take responsibility for every area of your life.

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

Remember other people's birthdays.

Sing in a choir.

Plant a tree on your birthday.

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

Avoid negative people.

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

Treat everyone you meet like you want to be treated.

Floss your teeth.

Look people in the eye.

Don't expect life to be fair.

Have a dog.

Wave at kids on school buses.

Stop blaming others.

Marry only for love.

Keep your promises (no matter what).

Over tip breakfast waitresses.

Compliment even small improvements.

Compliment three people everyday.

Leave the toilet seat in the down position.

Watch a sunrise at least once a year.

Never waste an opportunity to tell someone you love them.

Wear polished shoes.

Call your mother.

Learn three clean jokes.

Think big thoughts but relish small pleasures.

Rekindle old friendships.

Use the good silver.

Plant flowers every spring.

Sing in the shower.

Say "thank-you" a lot.

Return borrowed vehicles with the gas tank filled.

Make new friends but cherish the old ones.

Be forgiving of yourself and others.

Never underestimate the power of love.

Strive for excellence, not for perfection.