Over tip breakfast waitresses.

Live your life as an exclamation, not an explanation.

Wear polished shoes.

be there when people need you.

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

Keep secrets.

Look people in the eye.

Always accept an outstretched hand.

Learn three clean jokes.

Never underestimate the power of love.

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

Return all things you borrow.

Carry jumper cables in your trunk.

Don't expect life to be fair.

Return borrowed vehicles with the gas tank filled.

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

Take responsibility for every area of your life.

Drink champagne for no reason at all.

Become the most positive and enthusiastic person you know.

Say "thank-you" a lot.

Plant a tree on your birthday.

Watch a sunrise at least once a year.

Keep it simple.

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

Say "please" a lot.

Remember other people's birthdays.

Strive for excellence, not for perfection.

Avoid negative people.

Stop blaming others.

Leave everything a little better than you found it.

Never waste an opportunity to tell someone you love them.

Floss your teeth.

Wave at kids on school buses.

Have a dog.

Plant flowers every spring.

Make new friends but cherish the old ones.

Think big thoughts but relish small pleasures.

Keep your promises (no matter what).

Sing in the shower.

Leave the toilet seat in the down position.

Treat everyone you meet like you want to be treated.

Call your mother.

Compliment three people everyday.

Have a firm handshake.

Use the good silver.

Feed a stranger's expired parking meter.

Never refuse homemade brownies.

Be the first to say hello.

Rekindle old friendships.

Marry only for love.

Be forgiving of yourself and others.

Compliment even small improvements.

Count your blessings.

Commit yourself to constant improvement.

Sing in a choir.

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

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