Over tip breakfast waitresses.

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

Compliment even small improvements.

Always accept an outstretched hand.

Strive for excellence, not for perfection.

Say "thank-you" a lot.

Don't expect life to be fair.

Return borrowed vehicles with the gas tank filled.

Leave the toilet seat in the down position.

Keep your promises (no matter what).

Never waste an opportunity to tell someone you love them.

Count your blessings.

Keep it simple.

Plant a tree on your birthday.

Keep secrets.

Avoid negative people.

Feed a stranger's expired parking meter.

Sing in the shower.

Never underestimate the power of love.

Think big thoughts but relish small pleasures.

Call your mother.

Sing in a choir.

Floss your teeth.

Watch a sunrise at least once a year.

Leave everything a little better than you found it.

Be forgiving of yourself and others.

Make new friends but cherish the old ones.

Remember other people's birthdays.

Have a firm handshake.

Live your life as an exclamation, not an explanation.

Wear polished shoes.

Say "please" a lot.

Use the good silver.

Marry only for love.

Never refuse homemade brownies.

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

Drink champagne for no reason at all.

Treat everyone you meet like you want to be treated.

Wave at kids on school buses.

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

Look people in the eye.

Rekindle old friendships.

Commit yourself to constant improvement.

Stop blaming others.

be there when people need you.

Return all things you borrow.

Become the most positive and enthusiastic person you know.

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

Learn three clean jokes.

Have a dog.

Be the first to say hello.

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

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

Carry jumper cables in your trunk.

Compliment three people everyday.

Take responsibility for every area of your life.

Plant flowers every spring.