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