Je ne sais pas si quelqu'un connait Stumbleupon, mais peu importe. L'autre soir, je suis tombé sur les ''Instructions de la vie''. C'est en anglais, mais je trouve le concept bien intéressant. C'est pourquoi je vous le partage. Je doute de certains, mais je trouve la plupart tellement vrai.
Life's Instructions
1. Look people in the eye.
2. Have a firm handshak.
3. Sing in the shower.
4. Keep secrets.
5. Never give up on anything. Miracles happen everyday.
6. Always accept an outstretched hand.
7. Be brave. Even if you're not, pretend to be. No one can tell the difference.
8. Whistle.
9. Avoid sarcastic remarks.
10. Choose your life's mate carefully. From this one decision will come 90 per cent of all your happiness or misery.
11. Make it a habit to do nice things for people who will never find out.
12. Lend only those books you never care to see again.
13. Never deprive someone of hope; it might be all that they have.
14. When playing games with some children, let them win.
15. Give people a second chance, but not a third.
16. Be romantic.
17. Become the most positive and enthusiastic person you know.
18. Loosen up. Relax. Except for rare life-and-death matters, nothing is as important as it first seems.
19. Don't allow the phone to interrupt important moments.
20. Be a good loser.
21. Be a good winner.
22. Think twice before burdening a friend with a secret.
23. When someone hugs you, let them be the first to let go.
24. Be modest. A lot was accomplished before you were born.
25. Keep it simple.
26. In a fight, hit first and hit hard.
27. Beware of the person who has nothing to lose.
28. Don't burn bridges. You'll be surprised how many times you have to cross the same river.
27. Live your life so that your epitaph could read: ''No Regrets''
28. Be courageous. When you look back on life, you'll regret the things you didn't do more than the one's you did.
29. Never waste an opportunity to tell someone you love them.
30. Remember no one makes it alone. Have a grateful heart and be quick to acknowledge those who helped you.
31. Take charge of your attitude. Don't let someone else choose it for you.
32. Visit friends and relatives when they are in hospital; you need only stay a few minutes.
33. Begin each day with some of your favorite music.
34. Answer the phone with enthusiasm and energy in your voice.
35. Keep a note pad and pencil on your bed-side table. Million-dollar ideas sometimes strike at 3 a.m.
36. Show respect for everyone who works for a living.
37. Send your loved ones flowers. Think of a reason later.
38. Make someone's day.
39. Become someone's hero.
40. Marry only for love.
41. Compliment the meal when you're a guest in someone's home.
42. Don't expect life to be fair.
43. Remember that 80 per cent of the success in any job is based on your ability to deal with people.
44. Treat everyone you meet like you want to be treated.
45. Watch a sunrise at least once a year.
46. Never refuse homemade brownies.
47. Leave the toilet seat in the down position.
48. Strive for excellence, not perfection.
49. Plant a tree.
50. Return borrowed vehicles with the gas tank full.
51. Learn three clean jokes.
52. Compliment people every day.
53. Leave everything a little better than you found it.
54. Ask for a raise when you think you've earned it.
55. Think big thoughts, but relish small pleasures.
56. Overtip breakfast waitresses.
57. Be forgiving of yourself and others.
58. Say, "Please" a lot.
59. Say, "Thank you" a lot.
60. Avoid negative people.
61. Buy whatever kids are selling on card tables in their front yards.
62. Remember other people's birthdays.
63. Commit yourself to constant improvement.
64. Return all things you borrow.
65. Be the first to say hello.
66. Stop blaming others.
67. Make new friends, but cherish the old ones.
68. Be there when people need you.
69. Take responsibility for every area of your life.
70. Don't be afraid to say, "I don't know."
71. Don't be afraid to say, "I made a mistake."
72. Never underestimate the power of love.
73. Keep your promises no matter what.
74. Give people more than they expect and do it cheerfully.
75. Rekindle old friendships.
76. When you say, ''I love you'', mean it.
77. Don't believe all you hear.
78. When you say, ''I'm sorry'', look the person in the eye.
79. Be engaged for at least six months before you get married.
80. Never laugh at anyone's dreams.
81. Believe in love at first sight.
82. Don't judge people by their relatives.
83. Love deeply and passionately. You might get hurt but it's the only way to live completely.
84. Remember that great love and great acheivements involve great risk.
85. Call your family.
86. Remember the three R's: Respect for self, Respect for others, Responsibility for all your actions.
87. When you lose, don't lose the lesson.
88. Don't let a little dispute injure a great friendship.
89. When you realize you've made a mistake, take immediate steps to correct it.
90. Smile when picking up the phone. The caller will hear it in your voice.
91. Open your arms to change, but don't let go of your values.
92. Spend some time alone.
93. Remember that silence is sometimes the best answer.
94. Live a good, honorable life. Then when you get older and think back, you'll get to enjoy it a second time.
95. In disagreements with loved ones, deal with the current situation. Don't bring up the past.
96. A loving atmosphere in your home is important. Do all you can to creat a tranquil harmonious home.
97. Read between the lines.
98. Share your knowledge. It's a way to acheive immortality.
99. Be gentle with the earth.
100. Never interrupt when you're being flattered.
101. Mind your own business.
102. Don't trust a lover who doesn't close their eyes when you kiss them.
103. Once a year, go someplace you've never been before.
104. If you make a lot of money, put it to use while you are living. That is wealth's greatest satisfaction.
105. Remember that not getting what you want is sometimes a stroke of luck.
106. Judge your success by what you had to give up in order to get it.
107. Remember that the best relationship is one where your love for each other is greater than your need for each other.
108. Forgive.
109. Always do your share and a little bit more.
110. Laugh. A Lot.
111. Smile when introducing yourself.
112. Always respond to a compliment with a sincere ''Thank You.''
113. Take a plate of cookies to a new neighbor.
114. Learn the rules, then break some.
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