Strive for excellence, not for perfection.
Have a firm handshake.
Never underestimate the power of love.
be there when people need you.
Count your blessings.
Carry jumper cables in your trunk.
Wave at kids on school buses.
Sing in the shower.
Plant a tree on your birthday.
Don't be afraid to say "I don't know."
Don't expect life to be fair.
Look people in the eye.
Say "thank-you" a lot.
Be forgiving of yourself and others.
Rekindle old friendships.
Learn three clean jokes.
Leave everything a little better than you found it.
Compliment three people everyday.
Drink champagne for no reason at all.
Call your mother.
Wear polished shoes.
Sing in a choir.
Ask for a raise when you feel you've earned it.
Return borrowed vehicles with the gas tank filled.
Take responsibility for every area of your life.
Never waste an opportunity to tell someone you love them.
Return all things you borrow.
Floss your teeth.
Stop blaming others.
Watch a sunrise at least once a year.
Avoid negative people.
Treat everyone you meet like you want to be treated.
Dance like no-one is watching. Sing like no-one is listening. Love like you've never been hurt.
Keep it simple.
Don't be afraid to say "I made a mistake."
Commit yourself to constant improvement.
Live your life as an exclamation, not an explanation.
Make new friends but cherish the old ones.
Use the good silver.
Remember other people's birthdays.
Marry only for love.
Plant flowers every spring.
Feed a stranger's expired parking meter.
Buy whatever kids are selling on card tables in their front yards.
Compliment even small improvements.
Send lots of Valentines Day cards and sign them "Someone who thinks you're terrific."
Have a dog.
Become the most positive and enthusiastic person you know.
Keep your promises (no matter what).
Say "please" a lot.
Keep secrets.
Think big thoughts but relish small pleasures.
Over tip breakfast waitresses.
Always accept an outstretched hand.
Never refuse homemade brownies.
Leave the toilet seat in the down position.
Be the first to say hello.
