Have a dog.
Say "thank-you" a lot.
Don't be afraid to say "I don't know."
Be the first to say hello.
Buy whatever kids are selling on card tables in their front yards.
Dance like no-one is watching. Sing like no-one is listening. Love like you've never been hurt.
Marry only for love.
Ask for a raise when you feel you've earned it.
Use the good silver.
Drink champagne for no reason at all.
Leave everything a little better than you found it.
Over tip breakfast waitresses.
Strive for excellence, not for perfection.
Stop blaming others.
Take responsibility for every area of your life.
Wave at kids on school buses.
Have a firm handshake.
Sing in the shower.
Plant a tree on your birthday.
Watch a sunrise at least once a year.
Live your life as an exclamation, not an explanation.
Count your blessings.
Don't be afraid to say "I made a mistake."
Never underestimate the power of love.
Leave the toilet seat in the down position.
Floss your teeth.
Plant flowers every spring.
Treat everyone you meet like you want to be treated.
Avoid negative people.
Feed a stranger's expired parking meter.
Wear polished shoes.
Keep secrets.
Say "please" a lot.
Return all things you borrow.
Keep it simple.
Compliment three people everyday.
Learn three clean jokes.
Never waste an opportunity to tell someone you love them.
Remember other people's birthdays.
Sing in a choir.
Compliment even small improvements.
be there when people need you.
Never refuse homemade brownies.
Look people in the eye.
Carry jumper cables in your trunk.
Become the most positive and enthusiastic person you know.
Make new friends but cherish the old ones.
Keep your promises (no matter what).
Think big thoughts but relish small pleasures.
Commit yourself to constant improvement.
Don't expect life to be fair.
Return borrowed vehicles with the gas tank filled.
Call your mother.
Send lots of Valentines Day cards and sign them "Someone who thinks you're terrific."
Be forgiving of yourself and others.
Always accept an outstretched hand.
Rekindle old friendships.
