1. when you say, "i love you," mean it. 

2. when you realize you've made a mistake, take immediate steps to correct it.

3. remember that people are more important than achievements or possessions. 

4. be gentle with your parents. 

5. never stop doing what you care most about. 

6. learn how to use a semicolon. 

7. love deeply and passionately. 
8. smile when you pick up the phone. people will hear it in your voice.
9. give people more than they expect and do it cheerfully. 
10. spend some time alone.