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

Have a dog.

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

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

Never underestimate the power of love.

Live your life as an exclamation, not an explanation.

Be forgiving of yourself and others.

Keep secrets.

Return all things you borrow.

Always accept an outstretched hand.

Strive for excellence, not for perfection.

Count your blessings.

Compliment three people everyday.

Treat everyone you meet like you want to be treated.

Compliment even small improvements.

Have a firm handshake.

Return borrowed vehicles with the gas tank filled.

Stop blaming others.

Plant a tree on your birthday.

Feed a stranger's expired parking meter.

Keep your promises (no matter what).

Take responsibility for every area of your life.

Watch a sunrise at least once a year.

Sing in a choir.

Think big thoughts but relish small pleasures.

Say "thank-you" a lot.

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

Wear polished shoes.

Learn three clean jokes.

Floss your teeth.

Never waste an opportunity to tell someone you love them.

Sing in the shower.

Make new friends but cherish the old ones.

Look people in the eye.

Become the most positive and enthusiastic person you know.

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

Be the first to say hello.

Avoid negative people.

Wave at kids on school buses.

Over tip breakfast waitresses.

Drink champagne for no reason at all.

Remember other people's birthdays.

Don't expect life to be fair.

be there when people need you.

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

Commit yourself to constant improvement.

Keep it simple.

Say "please" a lot.

Leave everything a little better than you found it.

Rekindle old friendships.

Use the good silver.

Plant flowers every spring.

Never refuse homemade brownies.

Call your mother.

Leave the toilet seat in the down position.

Carry jumper cables in your trunk.

Marry only for love.