Have a dog.

Keep secrets.

Compliment even small improvements.

Have a firm handshake.

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

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

Return all things you borrow.

Call your mother.

be there when people need you.

Be forgiving of yourself and others.

Sing in a choir.

Don't expect life to be fair.

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

Avoid negative people.

Sing in the shower.

Plant flowers every spring.

Never waste an opportunity to tell someone you love them.

Never underestimate the power of love.

Use the good silver.

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

Keep your promises (no matter what).

Strive for excellence, not for perfection.

Plant a tree on your birthday.

Make new friends but cherish the old ones.

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

Say "please" a lot.

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

Marry only for love.

Be the first to say hello.

Commit yourself to constant improvement.

Stop blaming others.

Become the most positive and enthusiastic person you know.

Floss your teeth.

Remember other people's birthdays.

Leave everything a little better than you found it.

Return borrowed vehicles with the gas tank filled.

Wear polished shoes.

Count your blessings.

Say "thank-you" a lot.

Keep it simple.

Over tip breakfast waitresses.

Carry jumper cables in your trunk.

Take responsibility for every area of your life.

Look people in the eye.

Watch a sunrise at least once a year.

Treat everyone you meet like you want to be treated.

Learn three clean jokes.

Rekindle old friendships.

Think big thoughts but relish small pleasures.

Leave the toilet seat in the down position.

Wave at kids on school buses.

Compliment three people everyday.

Always accept an outstretched hand.

Never refuse homemade brownies.

Live your life as an exclamation, not an explanation.

Drink champagne for no reason at all.

Feed a stranger's expired parking meter.