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

Have a firm handshake.

Use the good silver.

Don't expect life to be fair.

Leave everything a little better than you found it.

Marry only for love.

Sing in a choir.

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

Keep it simple.

Say "please" a lot.

Wave at kids on school buses.

Be the first to say hello.

Never refuse homemade brownies.

Learn three clean jokes.

Call your mother.

Become the most positive and enthusiastic person you know.

Always accept an outstretched hand.

Remember other people's birthdays.

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

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

Over tip breakfast waitresses.

Leave the toilet seat in the down position.

Look people in the eye.

Strive for excellence, not for perfection.

Plant a tree on your birthday.

Plant flowers every spring.

Compliment three people everyday.

Return borrowed vehicles with the gas tank filled.

Keep your promises (no matter what).

Count your blessings.

Never underestimate the power of love.

Never waste an opportunity to tell someone you love them.

Return all things you borrow.

Have a dog.

Stop blaming others.

Avoid negative people.

Think big thoughts but relish small pleasures.

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

Compliment even small improvements.

Sing in the shower.

Say "thank-you" a lot.

Make new friends but cherish the old ones.

Drink champagne for no reason at all.

Feed a stranger's expired parking meter.

Rekindle old friendships.

Watch a sunrise at least once a year.

Take responsibility for every area of your life.

Be forgiving of yourself and others.

Carry jumper cables in your trunk.

Commit yourself to constant improvement.

Live your life as an exclamation, not an explanation.

Floss your teeth.

be there when people need you.

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

Treat everyone you meet like you want to be treated.

Keep secrets.

Wear polished shoes.