be there when people need you.

Say "please" a lot.

Plant a tree on your birthday.

Think big thoughts but relish small pleasures.

Become the most positive and enthusiastic person you know.

Return all things you borrow.

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

Never waste an opportunity to tell someone you love them.

Take responsibility for every area of your life.

Wear polished shoes.

Feed a stranger's expired parking meter.

Remember other people's birthdays.

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

Commit yourself to constant improvement.

Compliment even small improvements.

Avoid negative people.

Call your mother.

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

Treat everyone you meet like you want to be treated.

Say "thank-you" a lot.

Leave the toilet seat in the down position.

Drink champagne for no reason at all.

Never refuse homemade brownies.

Return borrowed vehicles with the gas tank filled.

Learn three clean jokes.

Strive for excellence, not for perfection.

Leave everything a little better than you found it.

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

Never underestimate the power of love.

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

Plant flowers every spring.

Keep your promises (no matter what).

Don't expect life to be fair.

Be the first to say hello.

Marry only for love.

Count your blessings.

Keep secrets.

Rekindle old friendships.

Keep it simple.

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

Stop blaming others.

Use the good silver.

Over tip breakfast waitresses.

Carry jumper cables in your trunk.

Sing in a choir.

Make new friends but cherish the old ones.

Sing in the shower.

Be forgiving of yourself and others.

Floss your teeth.

Wave at kids on school buses.

Have a dog.

Look people in the eye.

Have a firm handshake.

Live your life as an exclamation, not an explanation.

Always accept an outstretched hand.

Compliment three people everyday.

Watch a sunrise at least once a year.