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I would tell myself to not fear the first day of college, instead to embrace what college has to offer. Make friends on the first day. Always forget something to write with on the first day of class every semester, this makes for a great way to talk to other students and get to know them, this is a great tactic for shy people like myself. It works every time and I made many college friends doing it. This also helped to burst the shy bubble. Overall, college will be a little stressful and nervracking and setbacks are inevitable, do not fear them either, embrace them. Relax, sit back, and enjoy this new start called college.

I would tell me self that don't worry about working and making too much money while you are still in college. Consentrate on your studies and work hard in school. This will lead to you learning and completeing you school in flying colors and this will lead you to an oppurtunity to land a great job and then the money will follow.

When it comes to college, your grades depend on how much time and effort you put in to them. In high school, often times teachers are more linent and sometimes require a lot of "busy work" that isn't necessary. So, do all of your work. It may seem pointless and sometimes it can be, but when it comes to college you usually have four tests and that is your grade. Honestly, sometimes I wish I still had "busy work" to do so that my grade could fluctuate more. Also, have fun! Once you complete high school you are one step closer to being in the real world. It is okay to stay up late with friends, making memories is what life is all about. Just make sure you do not disrespect your parents while doing so :)

I would tell my high school self to not stress out as much as I did, because I was always told that college was going to be hard and that I would be struggling to handle my personal life and academics. I would also tell myself to not procrastinate and get the work done when I get it so that the other days I will have free time and I won't be stressed over trying to get work done at the last minute. And last but not least I would tell myself to have fun enjoy the fun times that college has to offer, keep God first, get my work done and try my best and the best college experience ever!

I would reassure myself that Kennesaw State University is the right choice. I would warn myself to be wary of my friends and social circle. I would tell myself to question my choices and to seek the choice that brings me closer to my future goals. I would also tell myself not to stress about what major to study. I was an undeclared major as a freshman at Kennesaw State University. However, after a few trial and errors I did find the major that made me excited to go to my classes. I would also encourage myself to be open to new ideas and to the possibility of the existence of a God. I would also encourage myself to apply for scholarships. I would motivate myself to go through the applications because it will save myself from future financial struggles. I would also tell myself to appreciate the next four years to come. Those four years re not about the end result of a degree but about the process.

Don't let depression consume you. If you do, it's going to cause a lot of problems later one. I know it's hard, but try to have confidence in yourself. Actively think positive. Be more diligent and regain your good work ethic. You are going to need it because there is no way you can pass without studying for at least a few hours every single day. Youtube can always wait and you're only in high school for a lit while. (If you don't screw it up, that is.) Apply to more schools so you can have more options and for more scholarships so Mom and Dad won't hassle you. Limit the time you use to play video games and use that time to study for the SAT and ACT. And I know that it may seem irrelevant when compared to everything else you have to worry about, but please study your Driver's Ed book so you can at least get you license. Lastly, tell the special someone about your feelings before it is too late. He deserves to know.

I would go back and tell myself to get started on college now do not wait until the last minute. Just because it is something that doesnt have to be taken care of today doesnt mean you should put it off. Go talk to as many people about college as you can, dont give up and just listen. Work harder, speak up, and listen to the advise that people have to offer. Everybody gets down and feels like it won't get better, but it is always darkest before dawn. Other people do what they feel like doing so don't worry about anybody else but your own, work on yourself and stay focused. Do not become discouraged because not everything will go the way you want it to but that is ok because you have options. Do not hate, it is not good for your soul just congradulate and become a better person. Take advantage of every opportunity that comes along as manyties as you can, take the act and sat as many times until they get tired of seeing your face. Ask questions until they remember your name and get tired of seeing your face. Be Great

"Stop messing around and start focusing on what really matters." That is what I would say if I had the opportunity to talk to myself as a high school senior. Ever since I can remember school just came naturally to me. Throughout high school I earned A’s and B’s without much effort. Both of my parents have college degrees and I was told that a college education would open more doors in life. Unfortunately I was a classic story of completing two years of college and thinking that I could make a decent enough living with what education I had. This scholarship will help me to pursue my educational goals as I am paying for my college education on my own. As a full time college student it is important to have financial resources to support my studies. The money from this scholarship would provide me with the financial support I would need for the 2015-2016 school year. I know where I want my career path to lead and I know which turns that I am going to have to take to get there, and I am looking forward to every step of the journey.

The advice I would give to myself is to stay hungry. By that I mean don’t be complacent. When you become complacent only bad things will happen. In college that means your GPA will not even resemble the one you had in high school because you were lazy and skipped class. That is my biggest regret so far in life. I stopped going to class and my grades suffered. It wasn’t until this past semester that I returned to my old 3.7 GPA self. I am going to end you making a 3.6 this semester. That is what I expected to make the whole time I have been at KSU. So I guess I am saying just make sure you apply yourself and go to class. The worry you feel when you don’t go is gone, and you feel like you are actually doing something with your life instead of just spinning your wheels. I tell everyone that I talk to at Kennesaw State to go to class regardless because if you don’t you are bound to regret it.

I would tell myself to focus on learning how to be social and overcoming my depression and anxiety at an earlier age. From middle school through this past year in college, I was a quiet student. I focused on my academics and put no emphasis on having a social life. This was great for my GPA but damning for my self esteem. In high school, or possibly even earlier, I developed depression and anxiety. I had a small circle of friends but was too shy to expand out of this group. I got bullied on the bus but never had the courage to stand up for myself. I had good relationships with a couple of my teachers, but the majority of the time I was unrecognizable, blending into the crowd, glanced over by my peers and teachers. High school was not fun. I cracked open my shell in my first year of college but quickly became overwhelmed and slunk back into my coccoon. It wasn't until this past spring that I fully emerged, forcing myself to overcome my depression and anxiety and live my life, and I feel 1000{4a082faed443b016e84c6ea63012b481c58f64867aa2dc62fff66e22ad7dff6c} better about everything. I completely regret not doing this sooner.