Take responsibility for every area of your life.

Floss your teeth.

Never underestimate the power of love.

Avoid negative people.

Remember other people's birthdays.

Leave the toilet seat in the down position.

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.

Sing in a choir.

Keep it simple.

Say "please" a lot.

Become the most positive and enthusiastic person you know.

Never refuse homemade brownies.

Learn three clean jokes.

Plant flowers every spring.

Return all things you borrow.

Think big thoughts but relish small pleasures.

Don't expect life to be fair.

Over tip breakfast waitresses.

Return borrowed vehicles with the gas tank filled.

Count your blessings.

Wear polished shoes.

Leave everything a little better than you found it.

Keep secrets.

Make new friends but cherish the old ones.

Carry jumper cables in your trunk.

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

Strive for excellence, not for perfection.

Call your mother.

Commit yourself to constant improvement.

Marry only for love.

Sing in the shower.

Treat everyone you meet like you want to be treated.

Compliment three people everyday.

Have a dog.

Drink champagne for no reason at all.

be there when people need you.

Compliment even small improvements.

Say "thank-you" a lot.

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

Rekindle old friendships.

Be the first to say hello.

Feed a stranger's expired parking meter.

Use the good silver.

Plant a tree on your birthday.

Stop blaming others.

Look people in the eye.

Watch a sunrise at least once a year.

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

Have a firm handshake.

Always accept an outstretched hand.

Be forgiving of yourself and others.

Never waste an opportunity to tell someone you love them.

Wave at kids on school buses.

Keep your promises (no matter what).

Live your life as an exclamation, not an explanation.

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