50 Life Lessons from the Man of Wisdom

 

1. Have a firm handshake.

2. Look at people in the eyes.

3. Sing in the shower.

4. Own a great stereo system.

5. If you are in a flight, hit first and hit hard.

6. Keep secrets.

7. Never give up on anybody.

8. Always accept an outstretched hand.

9. Be brave. Even if you're not, pretend to be. No one can tell the difference.

10. Whistle.

11. Avoid sarcastic remarks.

12. Chose your life partner carefully.

13. Make it a habit to do nice things for people who will never find out.

14. Lend only those books that you never care about.

15. Never deprive someone of hope. It might be all that they have.

16. When playing games with children, let them win.

17. Give people a second chance, but not a third.

18. Be romantic.

19. Become the most positive and enthusiastic person you know.

20. Loosen up. Relax. Except for extreme matters, nothing is as important as it seems.

21. Don't let the phone interrupt important moments.

22. Be a good boss.

23. Be a good winner.

24. Think twice before burdening a friend with a secret.

25. When someone hugs you, let them be the first to go.

26. Be modest. A lot was accomplished before you were born.

27. Keep it simple.

28. Beware of the person who has nothing to lose.

29. Don't burn bridges. You'll be surprised how many times you have to cross the same river.

30. Live your life with no regrets.

31. Be bold and courageous.

32. Never waste an opportunity to tell someone you love them.

33. Remember, no one makes it alone.

34. Take charge of your attitude. Don't let someone else choose it for you.

35. Visit friends and relatives when they're in the hospital.

36. Begin each day with some of your favorite music.

37. Once in a while, take the scenic route.

38. Send a lot of valentines cards.

39. Answer the phone with enthusiasm and energy in your voice.

40. Keep a pencil and notepad on your bedside table.

41. Show respect for everyone who works for a living.

42. Send your loved ones, flowers. Think of a reason later.

43. Make someone's day by paying the toll for the person in the car behind you.

44. Become someone's hero.

45. Marry only for love.

46. Count your blessings.

47. Compliment the meal when you're a guest in someone's home.

48. Wave at the children on a school bus.

49. Remember that 30% of the success in any job is based on your ability to deal with people.

50. Don't expect life to be fair.