At the beginning of the new millennium the Dalai Lama released 18 guidelines for living.  If you liked it, you can try following them. Here are the 18 life’s guidelines.

1. Remember that great love and great achievements include great risk.
2. If you lose, don’t lose the lesson.
3. Stick to the 3 Rs:
1. Respect for self
2. Respect for other individuals
3. Responsibility for your actions.
4. Keep in mind that to not get what you want might be a wonderful stroke of fortune.
5. Understand the rules so you learn how to escape them properly.
6. Don’t let a bit argument damage a great companionship.
7. When you realize you’ve made a mistake, take immediate steps to mend it.
8. Take time to be with yourself daily.
9. Open your arms to change, but don’t let go of your beliefs.
10. Keep in mind that silence is sometimes the best answer.
11. Live an honest, honorable life. When you get older and think back, you’ll be able to appreciate it again.
12. A caring atmosphere in your house is the basis to your life.
13. In arguments with loved ones, deal just with the present situation. Don’t talk about the past.
14. Share your knowledge. It’s a method to achieve immortality.
15. Be gentle with the earth.
16. Every year, go someplace you’ve never been before.
17. Keep in mind that the best relationship is one in which your love for each other exceeds your need for each other.
18. Judge your success with what you had to give up to get it.