Carry jumper cables in your trunk.

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

Wear polished shoes.

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

Learn three clean jokes.

Keep secrets.

Keep it simple.

Think big thoughts but relish small pleasures.

Plant a tree on your birthday.

Marry only for love.

Have a dog.

Stop blaming others.

Leave everything a little better than you found it.

Have a firm handshake.

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

Avoid negative people.

Leave the toilet seat in the down position.

be there when people need you.

Feed a stranger's expired parking meter.

Become the most positive and enthusiastic person you know.

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

Say "please" a lot.

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

Be forgiving of yourself and others.

Don't expect life to be fair.

Return all things you borrow.

Look people in the eye.

Watch a sunrise at least once a year.

Remember other people's birthdays.

Say "thank-you" a lot.

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

Never underestimate the power of love.

Commit yourself to constant improvement.

Use the good silver.

Floss your teeth.

Strive for excellence, not for perfection.

Never waste an opportunity to tell someone you love them.

Compliment even small improvements.

Keep your promises (no matter what).

Return borrowed vehicles with the gas tank filled.

Plant flowers every spring.

Always accept an outstretched hand.

Treat everyone you meet like you want to be treated.

Sing in a choir.

Take responsibility for every area of your life.

Count your blessings.

Over tip breakfast waitresses.

Live your life as an exclamation, not an explanation.

Make new friends but cherish the old ones.

Sing in the shower.

Never refuse homemade brownies.

Compliment three people everyday.

Be the first to say hello.

Rekindle old friendships.

Drink champagne for no reason at all.

Call your mother.

Wave at kids on school buses.