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Go to School Sooner and do better Academically and Financially.

If you take any "college courses" in High School, make sure you pay the [relatively] small fee to get actual college credit for them! I made that mistake, not wanting to shovel out a measely $100 when in college the same credits cost 10+ times that. Aside from that, get as far away as you can from the notion in your brain that you know everything! You have NO IDEA how young you really are. Go into college with a fresh mental plate. Be willing to consider everything. Consider an idea seriously & with great thought before you accept or reject it. Aristotle said, "It is the mark of an educated mind to be able to entertain a thought without accepting it." Just because you never considered it before doesn't mean it's wrong. And just because you've held dearly to something else doesn't mean it's right. Also, try your hardest to look beyond your little world. Look beyond the USA & learn about the greater world. Travel to some foreign countries if the opportunity arises. Make friends with international students so you can learn about their culture. Realize that the world is so much bigger than you.

I needed to start looking for colleges earlier. Check out more than one college. Apply to more than one college. Look up scholarships. Put as many hours of work in as you can and save the money up because you will need it. Don't start getting into the habit of late nights because they'll only get worse with college.

I would first tell myself that high school compared to college is a joke, and all the unnecessary stress and drama that was brought up in high school is not worth it. I would also encourage myself to get involved as much as possible in order to meet new people and have a network of friends that will last a lifetime. I would explain the dorm life and the pro's and con's of a roommate and public bathroom. I would advise myself to not go to college with old high school love affairs, but start college off on a new and fresh start. Knowing what i know now, i would clearly explain the amount of work that comes along with a great college experiance, and to never let fun time get in the way of school time, unless you want to see you're GPA drop in no time. Also with college comes debt and to save, save, save during high school, so that you have some spending money or you'll feel left out while you watch your friends able to afford things. Over all i would tell myself to cherish every minute of colllege.

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I would have told myself to work harder in high school and make the most of every oppurtunity. I would have advised myself to be more active in school and also the community. I would have been more involved with clubs and different projects. It is important to explore different oppurtunities that you are given in high school. The year of your senior year is the best time to be a active member in the community and also be a great example to the younger kids to want to follow in your footsteps. I would have been more of a n example so that others would also take full advantage of being that age and having an impact.

Some of the advice I would give myself is to take studying more seriously. Being a nursing major brings many twists and turns, but if I would have learned this key concept in the begining I would have been victorious as my name says in all aspects of my life. Another thing I would tell my old high school senior self ,is to create a better foundation with Jesus Christ. Im going to be honest with you, coming into the university I was not as "Godly" as most people would say; but as i surrounded myself with individuals who are on fire for Jesus as I am now. My realationship with him would be so much stronger than it is. The last thing I would tell myself is NEVER QUIT TRACK, lets just say I have the thunder thighs, and wigglely arms to prove it . But on a serious note, that would have been a blessing to eventually get a full ride scholarship, that way my aunts wouldnt have to work three jobs in order to support my 30,000 dollar a year education. But notice I put the emphasis on mind, body, and spirit. PERFECT.

If I could go back in time I would tell myself four simple things; 1. get involved in community service 2. keep your grades up 3. don't let the freedom of college life get to your head and 4. apply for scholarships early. If you do those four things, college will be so much easier.

I would tell myself first of all, you feel grown up because your in college now, but one year from now you will look back and see yourself as a little girl just taking a few wobbly steps in the adult world. Yes, things are going to change when you go back home for breaks but its for the best. For first semester, try to get to bed by 2am and just because the cafeteria offers several great dessert choices every meal doesn't mean you eat dessert every meal. The guy you will end up with is a great guy, so be patient and wait for him. There are some things that are not worth the consequences. Sometimes the most courageous thing to do is to walk away. Some people will never like you so never sell yourself short just to be friends because in the end, you'll lose them and yourself in the process. Don't pour out your heart to every person because some won't take care of what you trust in them. Listen to your parents...they actually kinda know what they are talking about . And always remember you can do it!

Learn to study better earlier.