!  Avoid negativity.

!  On a daily basis, ask yourself, “What am I doing to make this a better place to be – or at least not a worse place to be. Be an emotional asset, not a liability.

!  When you are speaking with someone, they should think that they are the most important person in your world at that moment.

!  Accept that other people are not going to think and/or respond to situations or people the way that you would, or the way you think they should.

!  Show respect, even though you may not feel it. Treat everyone as if they are your boss.

!  Understand what you can and cannot expect from certain people; minimizes disappointment.

!  When you spend time with someone, no matter how short a time, are they better off for spending that time with you?

!  Practice manners and common courtesy in all of your communications and actions.

!  Stop complaining. If you need to vent – do so, but do so in an appropriate place with an appropriate person.

!  Practice gratitude.

!  Do something you enjoy everyday. !  Ask for feedback frequently.