Be better than your life.

Don't retaliate/seek revenge when others treat you badly.
Forgive others.
Forgive someone even if they're not sorry.
Forgive yourself.
Give the benefit of the doubt.
Be creative even if it doesn't turn out the way you want it to.
Try things again that you aren't good at.
Apologize sincerely when you make a mistake; you will.
Don't become indignant for injustices done to you.
Fight injustices done to others.
Be kind to a stranger.
Give when you can get nothin in return.
Be there for people who aren't there for you.
Appreciate what you have.
Be resourceful.
Don't complain. Be proactive.
Find a reason to smile even if you are in pain.
(You'll never know how far you can go until you go until you can't anymore).
Listen.
If life gives you something to cry about, do something worthy of a smile.
Write someone a card, even if you're not good at it or can't think of lots to write.
Don't play the blame game.
Play fair even if others cheat.
Never compromise your values.
Be a beautiful person regardless of the way you look.
Move forward.

Rise above what life gives you. Be better than your life.