Stop blaming others.

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

Never waste an opportunity to tell someone you love them.

Always accept an outstretched hand.

Say "please" a lot.

Become the most positive and enthusiastic person you know.

Compliment even small improvements.

Wear polished shoes.

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

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

Count your blessings.

Learn three clean jokes.

Return all things you borrow.

Plant flowers every spring.

Make new friends but cherish the old ones.

Call your mother.

Have a dog.

Commit yourself to constant improvement.

Use the good silver.

Be forgiving of yourself and others.

Be the first to say hello.

Say "thank-you" a lot.

Keep it simple.

Compliment three people everyday.

Rekindle old friendships.

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

Don't expect life to be fair.

Sing in a choir.

Over tip breakfast waitresses.

Wave at kids on school buses.

Sing in the shower.

Look people in the eye.

Think big thoughts but relish small pleasures.

Avoid negative people.

Keep your promises (no matter what).

Leave everything a little better than you found it.

Never refuse homemade brownies.

Watch a sunrise at least once a year.

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

Never underestimate the power of love.

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

Live your life as an exclamation, not an explanation.

Have a firm handshake.

Marry only for love.

be there when people need you.

Floss your teeth.

Leave the toilet seat in the down position.

Remember other people's birthdays.

Keep secrets.

Carry jumper cables in your trunk.

Plant a tree on your birthday.

Strive for excellence, not for perfection.

Feed a stranger's expired parking meter.

Drink champagne for no reason at all.

Treat everyone you meet like you want to be treated.

Take responsibility for every area of your life.

Return borrowed vehicles with the gas tank filled.