Leave everything a little better than you found it.

Have a dog.

Rekindle old friendships.

Never waste an opportunity to tell someone you love them.

Say "please" a lot.

Don't expect life to be fair.

Compliment even small improvements.

Become the most positive and enthusiastic person you know.

Treat everyone you meet like you want to be treated.

Say "thank-you" a lot.

Leave the toilet seat in the down position.

Carry jumper cables in your trunk.

Never refuse homemade brownies.

Live your life as an exclamation, not an explanation.

Always accept an outstretched hand.

Commit yourself to constant improvement.

Think big thoughts but relish small pleasures.

Plant a tree on your birthday.

Call your mother.

Floss your teeth.

Avoid negative people.

Watch a sunrise at least once a year.

Strive for excellence, not for perfection.

Use the good silver.

Never underestimate the power of love.

Compliment three people everyday.

Marry only for love.

Look people in the eye.

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

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

Remember other people's birthdays.

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

Keep it simple.

Be forgiving of yourself and others.

Have a firm handshake.

Sing in a choir.

Be the first to say hello.

Take responsibility for every area of your life.

Learn three clean jokes.

Wear polished shoes.

be there when people need you.

Return all things you borrow.

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

Keep your promises (no matter what).

Plant flowers every spring.

Return borrowed vehicles with the gas tank filled.

Drink champagne for no reason at all.

Make new friends but cherish the old ones.

Keep secrets.

Over tip breakfast waitresses.

Count your blessings.

Sing in the shower.

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

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

Feed a stranger's expired parking meter.

Wave at kids on school buses.

Stop blaming others.