In this week's Torah portions there are many commandments that address both the basic as well as finer points of ethical living. One verse sums it up short and sweet: "You shall be holy." As Jews we are expected to not only live up to a basic moral code, but to go even further and live in an extra refined way that elevates and even sanctifies the person.
As human beings we sometimes will underestimate ourselves and what we are capable of. But the Torah's message is that we can and we ought to expect and demand more of ourselves, because we do, in fact, have the ability to achieve great heights.
So in life, let us always remember to just live it UP!