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