Be forgiving of yourself and others.

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

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

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

Use the good silver.

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

Always accept an outstretched hand.

Wear polished shoes.

Compliment three people everyday.

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

Count your blessings.

Keep secrets.

Never waste an opportunity to tell someone you love them.

Floss your teeth.

Be the first to say hello.

Take responsibility for every area of your life.

Marry only for love.

Have a firm handshake.

Commit yourself to constant improvement.

Drink champagne for no reason at all.

Look people in the eye.

Avoid negative people.

Keep it simple.

Sing in the shower.

Make new friends but cherish the old ones.

Call your mother.

Have a dog.

Remember other people's birthdays.

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

Feed a stranger's expired parking meter.

Never refuse homemade brownies.

Return all things you borrow.

Leave everything a little better than you found it.

Keep your promises (no matter what).

Think big thoughts but relish small pleasures.

Rekindle old friendships.

Return borrowed vehicles with the gas tank filled.

Compliment even small improvements.

Leave the toilet seat in the down position.

Never underestimate the power of love.

Plant flowers every spring.

Don't expect life to be fair.

Plant a tree on your birthday.

Over tip breakfast waitresses.

Say "thank-you" a lot.

Sing in a choir.

Watch a sunrise at least once a year.

Learn three clean jokes.

Stop blaming others.

Wave at kids on school buses.

Treat everyone you meet like you want to be treated.

be there when people need you.

Become the most positive and enthusiastic person you know.

Strive for excellence, not for perfection.

Live your life as an exclamation, not an explanation.

Carry jumper cables in your trunk.

Say "please" a lot.