Stop blaming others.

Floss your teeth.

Become the most positive and enthusiastic person you know.

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

Be the first to say hello.

Keep your promises (no matter what).

Leave everything a little better than you found it.

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

Feed a stranger's expired parking meter.

Say "thank-you" a lot.

Watch a sunrise at least once a year.

Over tip breakfast waitresses.

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

Rekindle old friendships.

Be forgiving of yourself and others.

Count your blessings.

Never waste an opportunity to tell someone you love them.

Strive for excellence, not for perfection.

Call your mother.

Think big thoughts but relish small pleasures.

Use the good silver.

Avoid negative people.

Always accept an outstretched hand.

Take responsibility for every area of your life.

Have a firm handshake.

Have a dog.

Keep secrets.

Never underestimate the power of love.

Leave the toilet seat in the down position.

Commit yourself to constant improvement.

Don't expect life to be fair.

Wear polished shoes.

Remember other people's birthdays.

Return borrowed vehicles with the gas tank filled.

Plant a tree on your birthday.

Treat everyone you meet like you want to be treated.

Compliment even small improvements.

Return all things you borrow.

Live your life as an exclamation, not an explanation.

be there when people need you.

Sing in a choir.

Marry only for love.

Sing in the shower.

Plant flowers every spring.

Never refuse homemade brownies.

Say "please" a lot.

Carry jumper cables in your trunk.

Look people in the eye.

Drink champagne for no reason at all.

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

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

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

Compliment three people everyday.

Learn three clean jokes.

Make new friends but cherish the old ones.

Keep it simple.

Wave at kids on school buses.