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