Be forgiving of yourself and others.

Rekindle old friendships.

Remember other people's birthdays.

Don't expect life to be fair.

Say "thank-you" a lot.

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

Have a dog.

Have a firm handshake.

Learn three clean jokes.

Think big thoughts but relish small pleasures.

be there when people need you.

Sing in the shower.

Look people in the eye.

Plant flowers every spring.

Say "please" a lot.

Make new friends but cherish the old ones.

Compliment three people everyday.

Marry only for love.

Strive for excellence, not for perfection.

Treat everyone you meet like you want to be treated.

Use the good silver.

Return all things you borrow.

Never underestimate the power of love.

Never waste an opportunity to tell someone you love them.

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

Wave at kids on school buses.

Avoid negative people.

Sing in a choir.

Drink champagne for no reason at all.

Leave everything a little better than you found it.

Feed a stranger's expired parking meter.

Always accept an outstretched hand.

Stop blaming others.

Keep it simple.

Count your blessings.

Floss your teeth.

Take responsibility for every area of your life.

Compliment even small improvements.

Commit yourself to constant improvement.

Leave the toilet seat in the down position.

Keep your promises (no matter what).

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

Become the most positive and enthusiastic person you know.

Return borrowed vehicles with the gas tank filled.

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.

Carry jumper cables in your trunk.

Over tip breakfast waitresses.

Call your mother.

Be the first to say hello.

Watch a sunrise at least once a year.

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

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

Keep secrets.

Live your life as an exclamation, not an explanation.

Never refuse homemade brownies.

Wear polished shoes.