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When I first graduated high school, I was one of many students who was not sure what field or career I wanted to enter. Like many of my high school class with this problem, I enrolled in my local community college. I treated it like I did high school by skipping and dropping classes. Habits like this gathered myself a poor grade point average. I continued this for a couple years, not taking my direction in life seriously. Finally, I discovered what career field I wanted to enter and started visiting colleges and making an academic plan for myself. What I've learned from it all makes me have a strong message to my high school self. I'd tell her how important it is to take every class you enroll into in college seriously. Even if she did not have an exact career or field she planned to go into, take basic education classes because she WILL need them to start off ANY degree program. If I had been the student I am now straight out of high school, I would not be working so hard now to repair my past destruction, financially and academically.

If I could go back in time to give my high school self advise, I would advise myself to take classes more seriously. I would let myself know that putting in a little more effort could get me all A's and a 4.0 GPA that would have helped me with scholarships and grants. Also, I would have to advise myself to get more involved socially on campus to build up my resume and my social experiences and skills.

If given the chance to address myself as a high school senior, I would tell myself the following: "Slow down first of all. I know that you're ready to dive head first into all that college has to offer. It's a completely new life! There will be plenty of time to try out as many clubs as you want and a lot of time to meet new people (as many as you want). That doesn't all have to be done within the first semester of college; otherwise you'll easily become worn out, especially with the weight of classes already pressing down on you. Focus on your classes first and really take your time to figure out what you want to do and what you're interested in. College gives you time to re-evaluate your life, your interests and values. It's not necessary to know exactly what you want to do right now.It's okay to be undecided; just keep pressing toward the mark of discovery. Above all else, God is real and he cares about you! He knows the most so don't be afriad to ask him about anything!".

As a college student, I want to say that in college you become dependent. Everything you do is for your own good, not trying to please friends. Also, always be open to your roommates if you feel comfortable. My roommates are the best and when I moved in I struggled a lot because I used to be attached to my mom. For the first week I cried each night, but luckily I felt safe and comfortable with my rommates that I told them how depressed I felt. They helped me a lot. Also, if you are attched to home, call home, skype, or email. From personal experience my transition was not that bad because I felt safe at a Christian University. People were extremely nice and helped me a lot.

I wish i could've pushed myself a little more and not let seniorities get to me. To save up money and get a job sooner cause college is expensive. Lastly, to enjoy my senior year, you step into the real world once you are in college and get the feeling of adulthood.

If I was able to go back in time and talk to myself as a senior I would advice me about how different is college life. The possible do and don't allowed by the society, and how much your mind set changes when you meet new people. I defenitely would tell myself that procrastination is not a good thing, and now it does caught up to you. That the old habits of not studying should be changed immidiatelty, and to become a better reader. And no matter what people say, study what you want no what may make your family happy (medicine won't make you happy,computer science do). This is wjat I would probably say to myself if I could go back and talk to myself as a high school senior. Hoping that in the future, that high school me changes before college arrives.

I would definitely advise myself to "give my all" and never let anything stand in the way of my future. Education is the key to a successful future, and doing good in high school is the stepping stone to it. Gather and obtain all the resources that are given right in front of you because if you do not take advantage of the opportunities, you will miss out on a life time experience.

Do not slack off or procastinate. You could get scholarships that can help you pay for school and you won't get rejection letter and have to transfer after two years at a community college.

If I could go back in time to give my high school self advice about college, I would tell myself to skip that one whole year taking classes for elementary education and remind myself that young children do not need to be in my near future. Anatomy is my calling and that I should pursue a degree in the medical field. Also, I would remind myself that boys are in college simply to test your dedication towards getting an education. Priorities first since being sociable, sadly, does not pay the bills.

I know things seem very uncertain right now. The future appears like an abyss, and it is even hard to imagine that you are getting ready for college. It seems like it was just yesterday that you were starting high school. But I want to remind you that God is already in your future. He has big plans for you, plans that you cannot even imagine or fathom, so do no waste your time trying. Worrying about the future is a waste of time. You are going to transition to college life so easily because the Lord will be with you. He is going to give to strength, and provide for you. Remember how faithful He has been in the past. All that you have to do now is thank Him, use your last year in high school to glorify Him, and know He will be faithful through your college years. He has already picked out a school for you, the people He wants you to meet, and the experiences He wants for you to have. Right now, enjoy the peace that comes with knowing the all-powerful, loving, and perfect Creator.