1. Throw out non-essential numbers. This includes age, weight and height.
2. Keep only cheerful friends.
3. Keep learning more about the computer, crafts, gardening, whatever. Never let the brain get idle.
4. Enjoy the simple things.
5. Laugh often, long and loud. Laugh until you gasp for breath. And spend time with those who make you laugh.
6. If the tears do happen, endure, grieve and move on. Live while you are alive.
7. Surround yourself with what you love, whether it is family, pets, hobbies, whatever. Your home is your refuge.
8. Cherish your health. If it is beyond what you can improve, get help.
9. Don't take guilt trips.
10. Tell the people you love that you love them, at every opportunity.