Have a firm handshake.

Call your mother.

Never waste an opportunity to tell someone you love them.

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

Sing in a choir.

Wear polished shoes.

Keep it simple.

Marry only for love.

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

Say "thank-you" a lot.

Become the most positive and enthusiastic person you know.

Remember other people's birthdays.

Plant flowers every spring.

Look people in the eye.

Strive for excellence, not for perfection.

Be the first to say hello.

Keep secrets.

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

Over tip breakfast waitresses.

Sing in the shower.

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

Never refuse homemade brownies.

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

Floss your teeth.

Make new friends but cherish the old ones.

Treat everyone you meet like you want to be treated.

Use the good silver.

Plant a tree on your birthday.

Think big thoughts but relish small pleasures.

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

Compliment three people everyday.

Compliment even small improvements.

Say "please" a lot.

Count your blessings.

Carry jumper cables in your trunk.

be there when people need you.

Commit yourself to constant improvement.

Rekindle old friendships.

Learn three clean jokes.

Stop blaming others.

Don't expect life to be fair.

Watch a sunrise at least once a year.

Be forgiving of yourself and others.

Never underestimate the power of love.

Keep your promises (no matter what).

Avoid negative people.

Have a dog.

Take responsibility for every area of your life.

Live your life as an exclamation, not an explanation.

Return borrowed vehicles with the gas tank filled.

Drink champagne for no reason at all.

Leave the toilet seat in the down position.

Always accept an outstretched hand.

Leave everything a little better than you found it.

Feed a stranger's expired parking meter.

Wave at kids on school buses.

Return all things you borrow.