Always accept an outstretched hand.

Wave at kids on school buses.

Look people in the eye.

Never waste an opportunity to tell someone you love them.

Leave everything a little better than you found it.

Sing in the shower.

Treat everyone you meet like you want to be treated.

Watch a sunrise at least once a year.

Be the first to say hello.

Keep secrets.

Be forgiving of yourself and others.

Remember other people's birthdays.

Marry only for love.

Drink champagne for no reason at all.

Return borrowed vehicles with the gas tank filled.

Strive for excellence, not for perfection.

Sing in a choir.

Never refuse homemade brownies.

Commit yourself to constant improvement.

Count your blessings.

Become the most positive and enthusiastic person you know.

Stop blaming others.

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

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

Use the good silver.

Think big thoughts but relish small pleasures.

Take responsibility for every area of your life.

Feed a stranger's expired parking meter.

Wear polished shoes.

Keep it simple.

Say "please" a lot.

Never underestimate the power of love.

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

Plant a tree on your birthday.

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

Compliment three people everyday.

Return all things you borrow.

Keep your promises (no matter what).

Have a dog.

Rekindle old friendships.

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

Carry jumper cables in your trunk.

Make new friends but cherish the old ones.

Learn three clean jokes.

Have a firm handshake.

Avoid negative people.

Leave the toilet seat in the down position.

Plant flowers every spring.

be there when people need you.

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

Floss your teeth.

Live your life as an exclamation, not an explanation.

Don't expect life to be fair.

Say "thank-you" a lot.

Call your mother.

Compliment even small improvements.

Over tip breakfast waitresses.