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Karin, Don't listen to what the other peopel tell you. College may not be for everyone, but you are smart enough to get your bachelors, and complete a life long dream. Don't be afraid to go to a study session, no one expects you to understand what is going on - after all that is why they are there. Most importantly, find soemthing to destress yourself with once a week: go for a walk to nowhere, color, listen to music and learn about a new artist or instrument. College is hard, but with confidence and a smile it will be the best thing in your life. Older Karin

I am a 36 year old mom. I work full time, attend school full time, and also have a part time job. I returned to school in my thirties after being a stay at home mom for twelve years. It's quite the balancing act keeping up with it all. I was a drafting and design major fresh out of high school, but left college when i married at 19. That is my biggest regret in life. If I could go back in time and speak to myself as an 18 year freshman in college, I would tell myself to become educated and follow my dreams. In todays world you need an education to learn technical skills and be competitive in the workforce, but its about so much more than that. College helps you to develop as a person. You will grow culturally, spiritually and socially. You will develop lifelong friendships and a network of professional people that you can go to for various references and employment contacts throughout life. You will build confidence. You will look back on this time in your life as the very best and pride in your accomplishments will guide through life.

I would advise my 17 year old self to stay focus. Don't let the freedom and and social life exceed yoru goal and purpose for even going to school. I would also tell her not to worry about going out of state to get the college experience. A school instate will work out just as well. To save and to gain as much knowledge during your first year. To research the major before enrolling into to the coarses. I would also tell myself not to enroll into so many classes without the full understanding of how overwelming they may be.

Your life is precious, short and you only have one. Do not waste it on poor choices. Take time to evlauate your decisions because every decision you make will impact your future. Your life will have chapters and this one beginning with college will be one of the most enjoyable ones. Enjoy college, but remember that you are there to gain an education, not a beer gut! Do not live beyond your means, you really don't need that new CD, buy the single on iTunes instead. Plan for your future, it will be here before you know it. And most importantly, do not neglect those people who have supported you along the way. Call your parents and your siblings at least once a week. The poeple who you went to for help in your younger years will need your help as they get on in life. Be there for your family as they have been there and always will be there for you.

I would advise myself to always work your hardest and do your best in every class. If you do this God will give you the strength and wisdom to succeed. There are many times, especially at the start of each semester, where you will feel like giving up and that you can’t do well, but if you trust God He will get you through it all. He will give you so many victories that you won’t be able to count them all. If you rely on God you will have amazing success; more than you can ever imagine possible. Don’t worry about what others will think of you and don’t be afraid to ask questions because if you don’t ask you won’t receive the answer. It is better to ask a question than to wish you had, especially after an important test. You will meet with many challenges and in each class there will be new obstacles to overcome but don’t get discouraged, you are not alone or without help. God will give you wisdom for every circumstance and in every situation, if you ask Him.

First of all, high school self, do not get rid of the knee-high socks! I know everyone makes fun of you right now, but trust me, you will definitely be wanting those back. Secondly, you will love college. You'll actually make friends, believe it or not, and you'll learn a lot. Take courses you are interested in, especially for the first semester! You may think you need to listen to that well-meaning lady who gives you a bunch of horrible, boring classes right off, but don't do it. Biology is not for you! You may not like math, but you're a whiz at accounting, believe me. But most of all, remember what you love. Your passion is in writing. Don't let yourself get too sidetracked, even as you learn some neat stuff. There are ways to make a living writing, and the biggest gift you can give yourself is an education in a field where you can do what you love and make money at it. And definitely do theatre. You're a terrible actress, but you'll love it anyway.

The advice I would give myself is that college is not easy and in order to succeed it will take time, patience and complete dedication. It is not something you can just rush through or expect to happen on its own. You have got to want it bad enough and go for it full force and the main thing is to never give up! You know you can do anything as long as you put your mind to it! You have to push yourself past any limits you thought you could ever handle as we all know the human body can handle alot more than we think it can and that includes the brain also. You need to stop doubting yourself because you can do this and you will do it! Do not let anyone or anything stop you from your goals or dreams as nothing is impossible as long as you believe in yourself! Just remember most things in life is a struggle but you dont get anywhere if you dont at least try!

Take your time. Only focus on one life goal at a time. You will have set backs, but keep in my what you are doing and why you are doing it. It does not matter what age you are when you complete your education, it only matters that you complete it. You have always wanted to learn multiple languages, it is a really great goal and can only help you in your career in the future. Success is yours for the taking so please do not let ANYONE tell you what you can not do and if a person is not on board on in line with you and your life goals, you may have to cut ties with that person. The road ahead is going to get rough and it will seem nearly impossible to carry on, but if you do the reward will be greater than you could have ever imagined.

Leslie, now is the time to and take your education seriously, learn how to study, understand the importance of a higher education, don't take things for granted and you need to surround yourself with positive people. Surround yourself with a positive support system and get the help you need now so you won't lose yourself in a life of poor choices. There are parties, alcohol, drugs and negative influences in college and when you get that freedom it is hardd to stay focused. Remember what your dreams are and get focused now so that you don't fall into a negative cycle. You can go two ways oncee you go to college. One is to apply yourself and do well ad th other is to fall into a cycle of being irresponsible. Set youself up for success and realize that college is not about going out and partying but it is about settig your future up for successs. You don't want to be 31 years old still without a degree due to poor choices. Now is the time to focus.

I will advise my self to go to school and finish it. Pick something that will help you and that you will like to do and go for it. Don't wait!