Leave everything a little better than you found it.

Never refuse homemade brownies.

Don't expect life to be fair.

Take responsibility for every area of your life.

Commit yourself to constant improvement.

Avoid negative people.

Have a firm handshake.

Have a dog.

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

Remember other people's birthdays.

Compliment even small improvements.

Use the good silver.

Never waste an opportunity to tell someone you love them.

Sing in a choir.

Call your mother.

Rekindle old friendships.

Stop blaming others.

Floss your teeth.

Strive for excellence, not for perfection.

Look people in the eye.

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

Be forgiving of yourself and others.

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

be there when people need you.

Count your blessings.

Compliment three people everyday.

Think big thoughts but relish small pleasures.

Wear polished shoes.

Learn three clean jokes.

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

Drink champagne for no reason at all.

Say "please" a lot.

Marry only for love.

Be the first to say hello.

Say "thank-you" a lot.

Over tip breakfast waitresses.

Carry jumper cables in your trunk.

Never underestimate the power of love.

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

Return borrowed vehicles with the gas tank filled.

Keep it simple.

Always accept an outstretched hand.

Return all things you borrow.

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

Sing in the shower.

Keep your promises (no matter what).

Make new friends but cherish the old ones.

Plant a tree on your birthday.

Treat everyone you meet like you want to be treated.

Wave at kids on school buses.

Watch a sunrise at least once a year.

Become the most positive and enthusiastic person you know.

Feed a stranger's expired parking meter.

Plant flowers every spring.

Leave the toilet seat in the down position.

Live your life as an exclamation, not an explanation.

Keep secrets.