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I would tell myself to to pick a college that offers my educational interests as well as my leisure interests because I believe it is important to have fun. I would also tell myself to get involved in extracurricular activities that interest me because I believe it is important to meet new people and try new things. Some other advice I would give myself would be to find a career in something that I enjoy rather than making the main focus on how much money I will make. Although money is an important part to making a living, I believe my top priority should be enjoying what I do.

Being in my second semester of college, if I could go back and talk to myself as a high school senior I would tell myself that the transition is hard but well worth it. Getting a little homesick is normal but get involved as soon as you get to college with a good group of friends, a Church or worship group, an activity that you're interested in and do not try to be something you're not. Don't be afraid to be yourself. Being yourself will lead you down the path best fit for you. Also, don't be afraid to take classes because they may sound hard, a little hard work never hurt anybody. Give everything you're all and never give up. It's very easy to get discouraged within the first months or your first semester but do not give up on your dreams and never let anybody else influence your decisions or change your mind. Along with that, I would tell myself to not forget about those you left behind at home. They care for you more than anybody you will ever come across.

College life is hard for everyone. There are no set rules as to how to handle one's college career because every student's is different. Some have to deal with the pressure of winning a fourth National Football Championship while others struggle with trying to pass English 1000. If I were to give advice to myself as a senior in high school on how to brace for college, I would tell myself to strive for the best but prepare for the worst. College is a time in most peoples' lives where they do the most learning and growing as a person. It is during these four years where you decide what you want to do with the rest of their life. Goals have to be set, however if obstacles come along to slow you down, that can't stop you completely from striving for your best. I would let myself know to work hard and don't procrastinate especially, but if something does get me down, to keep moving and leave it in the past. Everyone messes up at one point or another, but during college, it will be detrimental to your experience if you dwell on your mistakes.

I would tell myself to meet people in my classes faster. It is much easier to study with other people. I would have gone to the library sooner and learned about the different oppotunities on campus.

I would tell myself to relax. I was rather stressed and anxious about what college was going to be like. I was even worried that I wouldn't get into college! Looking back, I did more stressing than was really necessary and everything turned out greater than I had expected. Sure it is hard being away from home at times, and I do miss my friends very much, but college is probably the best time I have had in my life to date. I would also tell myself to enjoy the time I had left at home, and to be nicer to my parents since once I leave they won't always be there for like they were when I lived at home. Cherish the time you have with them and the wisdom they have, and don't take anything for granted!

You don't need to search for your passions. They're already inside of you and you're expressing them. You have a gift for analyzing movies and books and for writing about them. I know you feel inadequate, like what you create is inferior, but think of all the encouragement and praise you've recieved from people who care about you. Can they all be wrong? And college will help you excel so that you can be proud of your work. If you should come to realize that this is not what you want to pursue, don't fret. You don't need to figure it all out now. You will have time to allow life to fall into place. So while you take a chance and pursue one option, be open to other pursuits, enjoy learning, thinking, and doing the things you love. Don't dwell on the past, stop worrying about the future, and live only in the moment. I know you feel alone, but you are never alone. It will be hard to live in a place that is not your home, but have faith. Trust that you will be where you are meant to be.

Given the opportunity to go back in time and talk to myself as a high school senior, I would pass along advice that I think would save myself a lot of time and stress. The first thing I would say is that the saying "you can retake a class, you can't relive a party" is absolutely ridiculous, and whoever came up with it probably never graduated college. I would stress the importance of going to class, and while in class taking good notes. I'm sure I'm not the only person who would benefit from this advice, which would undoubtedly save me from stressful hours of studying in the library. I would explain to myself that cramming for a test the night before is in no way an effective way of studying, and that getting started on assignments early will make them seem easier and usually result in a better grade. Finally, I would tell myself to be sure to get involved on campus and to develop good relationships with my professors, because doing so makes college life less daunting and much more enjoyable.

If I had the oppurtunity to go back in time and talk to myself as a high school senior about what it would be like in college, the most important thing would be to tell myself to start off hard at the begining. To start off you grades right because you easiest classes are at the beginning and its important to get good grades in those so you are not struggling to keep your grades up in the end. To not get caught up in the stereotype college life of being able to party and skip class when ever you like. Most of the people that you knew your first few semesters who slack off will NOT be there when you graduate. It is really easy to take a few days off here and there and to let you work build up. However, it will come back to bite you. Even though you have several classes at different times, each class has finaly that make up most of your grades. dont leave everything until the last minute. I would also tell myself to take part in extra curricular activities. Its important to find good friends to make it through college.

I would tell myself to take more marketing and computer classes. I would also have taken English more seriously, especially the writing. I played baseball eleven out of twelve months from the time I was 12 years old. I played for two years in junior college. I mainly went to school and did well so that I could play baseball. I would also tell my high school senior self to work harder so that I would qualify for some scholarships. I have loans and some financial aid but scholarships would really help since my middle-income family has three children in college.

The feelings of being overwhelmed by this transition are temporary. Take pride in yourself and have integrity, to yourself and the school. This is a life you are building and the alternatives arent very appealing once you are stuck in the middle of them. Study study study. Friends and having fun are great, but neither are going to do your homework, take your tests, or support you financially in the end. This is your life. Take charge!!