Stop blaming others.

Be the first to say hello.

be there when people need you.

Compliment even small improvements.

Sing in the shower.

Avoid negative people.

Have a dog.

Keep your promises (no matter what).

Say "please" a lot.

Treat everyone you meet like you want to be treated.

Strive for excellence, not for perfection.

Think big thoughts but relish small pleasures.

Don't expect life to be fair.

Plant a tree on your birthday.

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

Commit yourself to constant improvement.

Over tip breakfast waitresses.

Never refuse homemade brownies.

Look people in the eye.

Become the most positive and enthusiastic person you know.

Make new friends but cherish the old ones.

Leave the toilet seat in the down position.

Carry jumper cables in your trunk.

Live your life as an exclamation, not an explanation.

Be forgiving of yourself and others.

Rekindle old friendships.

Learn three clean jokes.

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

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

Watch a sunrise at least once a year.

Sing in a choir.

Take responsibility for every area of your life.

Always accept an outstretched hand.

Marry only for love.

Count your blessings.

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

Never underestimate the power of love.

Plant flowers every spring.

Call your mother.

Leave everything a little better than you found it.

Use the good silver.

Wear polished shoes.

Compliment three people everyday.

Drink champagne for no reason at all.

Floss your teeth.

Wave at kids on school buses.

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

Never waste an opportunity to tell someone you love them.

Return all things you borrow.

Keep secrets.

Say "thank-you" a lot.

Keep it simple.

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

Feed a stranger's expired parking meter.

Remember other people's birthdays.

Return borrowed vehicles with the gas tank filled.

Have a firm handshake.