Have a firm handshake.

Carry jumper cables in your trunk.

Sing in a choir.

Plant flowers every spring.

Feed a stranger's expired parking meter.

Wave at kids on school buses.

Compliment three people everyday.

Remember other people's birthdays.

Commit yourself to constant improvement.

Be the first to say hello.

Don't expect life to be fair.

Stop blaming others.

Keep it simple.

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

Keep secrets.

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

Avoid negative people.

Never refuse homemade brownies.

Return borrowed vehicles with the gas tank filled.

Say "thank-you" a lot.

Sing in the shower.

Say "please" a lot.

Keep your promises (no matter what).

Leave the toilet seat in the down position.

Look people in the eye.

Strive for excellence, not for perfection.

Make new friends but cherish the old ones.

Take responsibility for every area of your life.

Compliment even small improvements.

Plant a tree on your birthday.

Leave everything a little better than you found it.

Have a dog.

Never waste an opportunity to tell someone you love them.

Be forgiving of yourself and others.

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

Become the most positive and enthusiastic person you know.

Watch a sunrise at least once a year.

Treat everyone you meet like you want to be treated.

Count your blessings.

Learn three clean jokes.

Marry only for love.

Rekindle old friendships.

Wear polished shoes.

Over tip breakfast waitresses.

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

Floss your teeth.

Think big thoughts but relish small pleasures.

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

Live your life as an exclamation, not an explanation.

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

Never underestimate the power of love.

Call your mother.

be there when people need you.

Use the good silver.

Drink champagne for no reason at all.

Always accept an outstretched hand.

Return all things you borrow.