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Knowing what I know now about college and the transition, if I were to go back in time and talk to myself as a high school senior there is not much advice that I would give myself. I have always been a free spirited person and I like to be fearless and challenged, so going to college for me was already a challenge. The only advice I would have, would be to have a good financial plan. By me not having a real financial plan or knowing how to budget, I had to sacrifice the college of my dreams. Or so I thought it was, until I attended a better school. There is no possible way to give accurate advice for college because it all depends on the person and how well he or she adjust to change. College is all about experience and transitioning, and you cant prepare too much for that.

If I could go back in time and talk to myself, I would tell myself to make the best of my academics. Grasp the materials the first time around will build a good learning foundation. This will help guide you when you have to self-teach the course materials in college. Invest the time to join clubs and get involved in social activities. These opportunities will expand your social skills and help you become a well rounded team player. Also do not be afraid to take risks and put yourself out there, chances are you have more to gain than to lose. This lesson will open up opportunities in your journey of life.

Hi shawna, i am you in the future in January 2010, getting started with collage with you is going to be a rough start, because of you having those babies, also it is going to be hard for you to finish high school, but you do it. One thing that i want to tell you is for you to just not have sex, and at that just try not to have any relationships they can really make you fall behind. Also just to tell you that first and for most keep your school at the top of any of your list, that you may make. In the long run you will thank me that i gave you this advice, having kids really slow you down and when you think that you can not have twins you do just keep school your top prority.

The advice that I would give to myself is to take college seriously. I would tell myself to do all the homework when it is given, and not wait until when it is due to cram. I would also advise myself to participate in all the school's activities, go on all workship (community service) opportunities, and do everything that I can to do my best in school. I would tell myself that college wasn't like high school and that I shouldn't change my major many times. I would also advise that I shouldn't show up late to any classes, and that I shouldn't miss any classes as well if I could help it and be there. I would also advise myself to do the absolute best I could in school.

Be prepared for separation anxiety and slight depression when you move away from home. Everyone talks about how fun and independent college is but not many people tell you about how much you are affected when you live on your own for the first time. Spending time in the bible is a huge help. At times you will feel like leaving college altogether and going back home, but just try to work through it because the depression will pass.

If I was to go back in time as a high school student there would be many things I would tell myself about college. The first thing I would tell myself is to not be a procrastinator. That I need to get my homework done that day I receive the assignment. Some other wise words I would tell myself would be that college is not all about studying, that I need to go out and have fun but only after my homework is done. The last thing I would tell myself as a high school student is the biggest of all; when I need help, go get it do not wait until it is too late. I would make sure as a high school student I understand that help is the way to succeed when I am struggling. If I could go back and tell myself what to do in college to thrive this would be it. Also I would be willing to share these secrets with anyone going to college.

I would tell me as a high school senior to pace myself. It's not necessary to join everything and do everything that college offers in the first year. I would tell myself to prepare to get way more organized than I ever was in highschool. My senior self would also need to know that friendships are made over time and that you don't need to rush or cling to people just so you don't feel alone. I would let myself know that I will make a lot of mistakes and have hard times but that I will learn from those mistakes and that as long as I keep trying I can push through the hard times. I would like to let myself as a senior know that this is just another leap I have to brave to make it to where I want to be in life. I'd tell myself to stay myself and do whatever it takes to get the most knowledge, educational and otherwise, out of this experience.

Never say never and don't go in with expectations. College is what you make of it, what you put in to the school you will get out of the school. The moment you say I will never, most likely you will. When you have an expectation you will be let down. College is a lot different then high school. Things that were a big deal in high school are no longer important in college. Be open to new experiences and different people. It is the people that you would never be friends with in high school that turn out to be some of your closest friends. If people have a different view then you, that is okay, it is the different views and ideas that challenge you and shape you into a better person. Any opportunity that comes your way take it! You won't regret the experience or meeting new people!

Oh Cindy you have a long way to grow! Don't worry about today and your lack of education or desire to learn because that will soon change; although, it may take twenty some years. Sit back, learn about who you are, and love the Lord. What's that you say? You don't have a personal relationship with Christ? You don't even know who He is? That's ok He has you in His arms and will guide your path! It may hurt a bit but He knows the way, just trust! Ps. Cindy, you will learn to love yourself, even with your disability! I am proud of you! :) Serving Christ with a smile and loving it! YOU/ME xxxooo

i wouldn't give myself any. i took a year off after highschool which gave me enough time to think about what i wanted and to go for it.