be there when people need you.

Return borrowed vehicles with the gas tank filled.

Remember other people's birthdays.

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

Commit yourself to constant improvement.

Marry only for love.

Sing in the shower.

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

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

Over tip breakfast waitresses.

Compliment even small improvements.

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

Plant flowers every spring.

Never refuse homemade brownies.

Drink champagne for no reason at all.

Wave at kids on school buses.

Wear polished shoes.

Make new friends but cherish the old ones.

Be the first to say hello.

Always accept an outstretched hand.

Don't expect life to be fair.

Stop blaming others.

Leave the toilet seat in the down position.

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

Look people in the eye.

Keep your promises (no matter what).

Strive for excellence, not for perfection.

Never underestimate the power of love.

Use the good silver.

Keep secrets.

Floss your teeth.

Learn three clean jokes.

Never waste an opportunity to tell someone you love them.

Have a dog.

Take responsibility for every area of your life.

Live your life as an exclamation, not an explanation.

Avoid negative people.

Be forgiving of yourself and others.

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

Leave everything a little better than you found it.

Sing in a choir.

Rekindle old friendships.

Have a firm handshake.

Count your blessings.

Keep it simple.

Return all things you borrow.

Compliment three people everyday.

Say "thank-you" a lot.

Call your mother.

Treat everyone you meet like you want to be treated.

Plant a tree on your birthday.

Carry jumper cables in your trunk.

Think big thoughts but relish small pleasures.

Become the most positive and enthusiastic person you know.

Say "please" a lot.

Feed a stranger's expired parking meter.

Watch a sunrise at least once a year.