1) Never let someone influence opinions of others
2) Always do the right thing and expect others to do the same
3) If it seems like a lie, it probably is
4) Never feel obligated to associate with a person you regard as toxic
5) Don't excuse a lack of human decency because of "cultural differences"
6) No one is ever that unlucky when it comes to money
7) Let others know the truth if they are in harm's way of a dishonest person
8) Always take the higher road
9) Never excuse a lack of character and integrity for an abundance of talent
10) It is not your job to find excuses for the behavior of others