Give people a second chance, but not a third.
Don't be called out on strikes. Go down swinging.
Drive inexpensive cars, but own the best house you can afford.
Ask yourself if you would feel comfortable giving your two best friends a key to your house. If not, look for some new best friends.
Remember that everyone you meet is afraid of something, loves something and has lost something.
Don't work for recognition, but do work worthy of recognition.