Over tip breakfast waitresses.

Never refuse homemade brownies.

Feed a stranger's expired parking meter.

Return borrowed vehicles with the gas tank filled.

Say "thank-you" a lot.

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

Commit yourself to constant improvement.

Avoid negative people.

Learn three clean jokes.

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

Compliment even small improvements.

Leave the toilet seat in the down position.

Watch a sunrise at least once a year.

Be the first to say hello.

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

Wave at kids on school buses.

Carry jumper cables in your trunk.

Take responsibility for every area of your life.

Compliment three people everyday.

be there when people need you.

Marry only for love.

Rekindle old friendships.

Treat everyone you meet like you want to be treated.

Drink champagne for no reason at all.

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

Keep secrets.

Live your life as an exclamation, not an explanation.

Become the most positive and enthusiastic person you know.

Leave everything a little better than you found it.

Count your blessings.

Sing in the shower.

Don't expect life to be fair.

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

Strive for excellence, not for perfection.

Keep it simple.

Never waste an opportunity to tell someone you love them.

Be forgiving of yourself and others.

Call your mother.

Keep your promises (no matter what).

Return all things you borrow.

Have a firm handshake.

Have a dog.

Floss your teeth.

Use the good silver.

Plant a tree on your birthday.

Think big thoughts but relish small pleasures.

Wear polished shoes.

Sing in a choir.

Stop blaming others.

Remember other people's birthdays.

Plant flowers every spring.

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

Always accept an outstretched hand.

Never underestimate the power of love.

Say "please" a lot.

Look people in the eye.

Make new friends but cherish the old ones.