Stop blaming others.

Live your life as an exclamation, not an explanation.

Sing in the shower.

Always accept an outstretched hand.

Make new friends but cherish the old ones.

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

Keep secrets.

Keep it simple.

Treat everyone you meet like you want to be treated.

Call your mother.

Remember other people's birthdays.

Say "thank-you" a lot.

Have a dog.

Count your blessings.

Return all things you borrow.

Avoid negative people.

Over tip breakfast waitresses.

Strive for excellence, not for perfection.

Feed a stranger's expired parking meter.

Have a firm handshake.

Wear polished shoes.

Commit yourself to constant improvement.

Don't expect life to be fair.

Return borrowed vehicles with the gas tank filled.

Take responsibility for every area of your life.

Think big thoughts but relish small pleasures.

Be the first to say hello.

Carry jumper cables in your trunk.

Plant a tree on your birthday.

Compliment three people everyday.

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

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

Never waste an opportunity to tell someone you love them.

Say "please" a lot.

Sing in a choir.

Be forgiving of yourself and others.

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

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

Rekindle old friendships.

Use the good silver.

Plant flowers every spring.

Drink champagne for no reason at all.

Leave the toilet seat in the down position.

Become the most positive and enthusiastic person you know.

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

Floss your teeth.

Marry only for love.

Keep your promises (no matter what).

Never underestimate the power of love.

Look people in the eye.

Leave everything a little better than you found it.

be there when people need you.

Learn three clean jokes.

Compliment even small improvements.

Wave at kids on school buses.

Watch a sunrise at least once a year.

Never refuse homemade brownies.