Say "thank-you" a lot.

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

Look people in the eye.

Don't expect life to be fair.

Leave everything a little better than you found it.

Have a firm handshake.

Always accept an outstretched hand.

Stop blaming others.

Live your life as an exclamation, not an explanation.

Drink champagne for no reason at all.

Sing in the shower.

Plant a tree on your birthday.

Carry jumper cables in your trunk.

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

Keep it simple.

Compliment three people everyday.

Have a dog.

Never refuse homemade brownies.

Strive for excellence, not for perfection.

Floss your teeth.

Keep secrets.

Be the first to say hello.

Rekindle old friendships.

Keep your promises (no matter what).

Become the most positive and enthusiastic person you know.

Return all things you borrow.

Make new friends but cherish the old ones.

Call your mother.

Wear polished shoes.

Take responsibility for every area of your life.

Commit yourself to constant improvement.

Sing in a choir.

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

Never underestimate the power of love.

Marry only for love.

Wave at kids on school buses.

Feed a stranger's expired parking meter.

Return borrowed vehicles with the gas tank filled.

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

Avoid negative people.

Never waste an opportunity to tell someone you love them.

Say "please" a lot.

Watch a sunrise at least once a year.

Plant flowers every spring.

Leave the toilet seat in the down position.

Learn three clean jokes.

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

Count your blessings.

Use the good silver.

Over tip breakfast waitresses.

Treat everyone you meet like you want to be treated.

Think big thoughts but relish small pleasures.

Remember other people's birthdays.

be there when people need you.

Compliment even small improvements.

Be forgiving of yourself and others.

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