I like this list of principles...
Thou shalt not steal.
Thou shalt not commit adultery.
Those shalt not lie.
Thou shalt not commit murder.
Play fair.
Be nice.
Never forget a debt; always forgive a debtor.
A stitch in time saves nine.
Love thy neighbor as thy self.
Love thy God as thy self.
Be tolerant of your friends' and neighbors' faults and weaknesses.
Look for the best in others, not the worst.
Never miss the opportunity to do someone a kindness; always skip the opportunity to be unkind and cause someone pain.
Do unto others as you would have them do unto you.
Be compassionate.
Honesty is the best policy.
Accept your self and others