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I would tell myself to train to study and read a ton. I would prepare better for the work load that I'm about to receive. I would also get in the habit of running or walking. I would tell myself to start branching off from my close friends because when I get to college I'm going to make all new relationships. I would tell myself to start preparing for the responsibilities that I'm going to have as an adult. Mom and dad won't be there to hold my hand in the decisions I make. Last but not least, i would tell myself to learn to differ between what is right and wrong. Now in life is when decisions will really matter and I don't want to mess it up for myself.

I learned a variety of different things my freshmen year in college, like the importance of indepdent study, time management, and the importance of self awareness. All these skills helped me to become a better student, but if I could go back in time a give advice to myself about college it would be to take the college process more seriously. My senior year in high school was spent playing around, and making the grades just to get by, but now I know it's more to life than just getting by. I should have been been listening more to my guidance councilor more about scholarship opportunities. If I listened like I was suppose to who knows how many different awards I could have recieved. Giving this advice to myself whould put me in a better situation than I'm in now, but I am glad I learned the importance of taking higher education more seriously because when I have graduate and recieve my degree I will know how to humble myself on my job.

With roughly three years of college behind me, I was not sure what I wanted to major in due to the fact that I was extremely interested in a broad spectrum of carrers that each required years of schooling. I would illuminate to my "past self" that it is important to smaple or test your possible career choices before committing to a four year (or more extensive) program if it does not make you want to get out of bed every morning. With the wisdom that I obtain today, I would explain the importance of experimenting with what truely makes my heart joyus.

If I was to go back in time and talk to myself as a high school senior, I would make myself aware of the transition of living somewhere else. When I first came to college, it didn't really occur to me that I would not be living at home and wouldn't be able to depend on my parents for money or food. I would tell myself to save as much money as you can so you can spend it on food and necessities in college. I would also advise myself not to take for granted home cooked meals. Another thing I would make myself aware of is the fact that college is nothing like everyone says it is. I would tell myself that it is fun, but it has its limitations. For example, you cannot wait to study for a test the night before or wait to do homework at the last minute. You have to become more organized and studious in college. So I would advise myself to be prepared for hard work but also make time for friends and extracurricular activities.

If i could go back in time and talk to myself as a high school senior, I would tell myself to get all the scholorships I can get and to always stay on top of my school work. I would tell myself not to slack off and to not procrastinate so I wouldn't make a habbit of putting off my school work. I would also tell myself not to lose my job because the extra money would be nice. The college life is a great experience. You only get one shot in life so make the best of it!

If I could go back in time to give myself advice about college, I'd tell myself to be more open to new experiences-so that I get more out of my college experience;, to never be fearful, to get summer jobs, to save more money, mostly by buying books through a textbook rental website.

Be serious about education and absorb all you can while you are young. I am an older student beginning my PhD and find myself more tired at times -so work hard as a young adult and get it done early so you can begin making the money you deserve!

Going back in time would make the future so much easier. As a highschool senior I didn't realize just how important studying and taking notes during class would be. Ofcourse the teachers always told us to do our work and to pay attention, but I thought they were just saying that to make us listen to them. Oh goodness how I was wrong! College is on a whole different level then highschool. Things that include more papers and less tests; taking notes during lectures; and the biggest difference... the professors compared to teachers. Although the professors are extremely nice they are extremely peculiar. Some just stand and talk the entire time of class while others don't talk at all and just use powerpoints. So if I could go back in time I would tell myself to actually learn how to take great notes no matter the atmosphere may be. This would help me in ways more than one. Not only would I be able to pay more attention in class, but I would have something visual and well written to have at home when I am ready to start studying. Going back in time would be very beneficial.

I'd tell myself to learn better study habits. You'll spend most of your days studying so get used to it and learn good study habits. Second, don't worry about how awful the students in high school are. In college you meet amazing people who are just like you and you meet the friends that you've been dreaming of. Don't worry about getting over your ex or trying to find a boyfriend either. Not only is that on the bottom of your list of priorities in college, but you get back with your ex and you two are more in love than ever. Also, prepare your grandma for the separation better. You realize when you leave that your family wasn't ready to let you go. While you're having a good time they're struggling to let you grow up. But most importantly, stop worrying, be prepared for love and friends, and be ready for the truely greatest years of your life.

when I was senior in high school then I know everything and I could do everything but what I know now , that, I know so little and I can do so much as what I know. I should take time to do things better and have an open mined.