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

Say "thank-you" a lot.

Have a firm handshake.

Treat everyone you meet like you want to be treated.

Never refuse homemade brownies.

Return borrowed vehicles with the gas tank filled.

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

Look people in the eye.

Plant flowers every spring.

Compliment three people everyday.

Stop blaming others.

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

Plant a tree on your birthday.

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

Become the most positive and enthusiastic person you know.

Rekindle old friendships.

Call your mother.

Marry only for love.

Remember other people's birthdays.

Leave everything a little better than you found it.

be there when people need you.

Keep your promises (no matter what).

Commit yourself to constant improvement.

Drink champagne for no reason at all.

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

Keep it simple.

Think big thoughts but relish small pleasures.

Sing in a choir.

Feed a stranger's expired parking meter.

Live your life as an exclamation, not an explanation.

Over tip breakfast waitresses.

Carry jumper cables in your trunk.

Watch a sunrise at least once a year.

Never underestimate the power of love.

Use the good silver.

Keep secrets.

Always accept an outstretched hand.

Take responsibility for every area of your life.

Be forgiving of yourself and others.

Never waste an opportunity to tell someone you love them.

Strive for excellence, not for perfection.

Leave the toilet seat in the down position.

Learn three clean jokes.

Be the first to say hello.

Wear polished shoes.

Make new friends but cherish the old ones.

Wave at kids on school buses.

Have a dog.

Return all things you borrow.

Say "please" a lot.

Floss your teeth.

Don't expect life to be fair.

Sing in the shower.

Count your blessings.

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

Compliment even small improvements.

Avoid negative people.