Leave everything a little better than you found it.

Plant a tree on your birthday.

Leave the toilet seat in the down position.

Return all things you borrow.

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

Avoid negative people.

Make new friends but cherish the old ones.

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

Think big thoughts but relish small pleasures.

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

Become the most positive and enthusiastic person you know.

Over tip breakfast waitresses.

Sing in the shower.

Strive for excellence, not for perfection.

Plant flowers every spring.

Have a dog.

Use the good silver.

Carry jumper cables in your trunk.

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

Return borrowed vehicles with the gas tank filled.

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

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

Compliment even small improvements.

Marry only for love.

Say "please" a lot.

Never underestimate the power of love.

Keep secrets.

Sing in a choir.

Rekindle old friendships.

Don't expect life to be fair.

Floss your teeth.

Look people in the eye.

Wave at kids on school buses.

Commit yourself to constant improvement.

Have a firm handshake.

Never refuse homemade brownies.

be there when people need you.

Remember other people's birthdays.

Be the first to say hello.

Call your mother.

Compliment three people everyday.

Feed a stranger's expired parking meter.

Keep it simple.

Be forgiving of yourself and others.

Keep your promises (no matter what).

Say "thank-you" a lot.

Never waste an opportunity to tell someone you love them.

Count your blessings.

Treat everyone you meet like you want to be treated.

Drink champagne for no reason at all.

Stop blaming others.

Take responsibility for every area of your life.

Live your life as an exclamation, not an explanation.

Learn three clean jokes.

Always accept an outstretched hand.

Wear polished shoes.

Watch a sunrise at least once a year.