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Telling myself...... Well I would start by saying stop hanging around the wrong crowd. Stop thinking that you know everything,when you dont. (And I didnt). Go to college so I would not have to work at the job I had for 16 years, and work 14 hour days plus Monday through Saturday with NO life. Being in school will make you a better person in life. I just wish the attitude that I have know, I would of had it then after high school. I regret not going to college after high school, but like they say its never too late to start. So I guess back then with the attitude that I had NO one could of changed my mind to go to college. Well was I ever wrong, College is the most important thing for me I cant see doing anything eles.

If I could go back to my high school senior year, I would have done many things differently. For starters, I would have taken more dual credit classes. I took about 27 credit hours between my junior and senior year, many of which helped me advance in my degree. Furthermore, I would advise myself to pay more attention in my pre-calculus class since math only gets harder in college. I would also tell myself to apply for scholarships because paying for classes can get really expensive and that's not even including books. I would also have tried convincing myself on starting a habit of studying more often. Many classes in college can get really intense, so they require a lot of personal time set aside for studying. I've always had a hard time getting myself to concentrate on studying, and things don't get better, since the work only gets harder. Although I know I can't go back in time, I always do advice my brother, cousins, and their friends who are still in high school on what they should do to make their college experience easier and I'm glad they have been listening.

Tori, college isn't going to be as stressful as you thought it was going to be as long as you keep up with your agenda and current due dates. Buy a planner and don't be surprised at the fact that it will become your best friend. I know you didn't need to use it much in high school because there were only a few things due weekly, but in college you will need to stay on top of it because each class has their own individual agenda. Utilize a planner to it's full capability and you will be fine when it comes to academic deadlines. On a side note, remember to maintain relationships with your closest friends, but always remember you will have family to turn to if things get rough. College tends to change people, sometimes for the better and sometimes for the worst. So while some people are out partying, don't get caught up with the nightlight scene. You'll build stronger connections with those who don't engage in those activities. Stay focused, make good grades, and I know one day you will be fulfilling those dreams we once shared as children.

If I could give advice to my high school self, I would tell myself to work harder and and to rearrange my priorities. In highschool it's easy to slack off and do what is minimally required of you, but the effects on your college study skills, financial aid, and opportunities is greatly decreased. If I had stayed focused and attempted to care more about my schooling, there is a greater chance I would have greater financial aid benefits and learning skills. If I had known then what I know now, life might be a little easier.

If I could go back in time, I would not rush into a career and finish my 4 year degree. I would take advantage of my opportunities as a student and enjoy life in my thirties other than return to finish what should have been done by the age of 21.

Don't make the mistake I made in the last year of high school and hardly open a book. Put a little bit of effort into each class every day, even if it is for only 30 minutes or so. Bad habits will carry over into college. It is nearly impossible to change bad habits as soon as you start college. I made the mistake of thinking I could just get serious when I started college but it took my nearly two semesters to get back into good habits and make my classes a priority. If you treat college courses like they don't matter or you can wait until the last minute to do the work you will regret it.

If I could go back and talk to myself I would first say to be prepared to work much harder than you did in high school. Its now an option to go to school rather than having to go to school. You have to be much more disciplined and wanting to go. Its not always going to be easy but you know that a degree is what you really want and you are going to have to work your butt off. Also be prepared for the financial hurt. Tuition and books are a huge expense and if you want to get grants and scholarships you dont need to be slacking off just because its your senior year. You need to be studying just as much and even doing some more extra activities. Don't be afraid to work hard and go after what you want because it is not easy and you will get frustrated. Think about the child you are going to have and try to make his life the best it can be. With a degree you wont have to worry about too much money issues.

if I can go back in time during my high school year as a senior, there is only one advice that I will give my self, and that is to enjoy my last year in high school as much as possible. The reason why I will enjoy my last year as much as possible in high school is that in college, we are expected to act as an adult and take full responsiblities for our self. on the other hand, in high school, teachers will remind us when test are due and keep asking us to do our school works. in college if a student do not do his or her assignments, is a straight zero with no questions ask. college is new environment for students to grow and be responsible; therefore, i will enjoy every minutes of my senior year in high school if I can go back in time, before entering college.

"Karli college is all about GPA and SAT scores, studying hard, and taking good notes, start saving up early... books are expensive " is what I would probably tell myself first as a high school senior. As a senior, I would advise myself to take all 7 classes rather than having the last two periods off to help raise my GPA. I would tell myself to work harder and that it would be worth it in the end because a GPA will get you into the college of your dreams, and if you save up now and apply for financial ad early you can go wherever you want! I would of told myself to apply for more schlorships because I never knew how many scholarships were out there. I would of told myself to quit wasting my time on the people who didn't matter and spend more time with the people who did, because those are the people who are going support you in your future. This is the last chance you have in high school to do your absolute best and never take it for granted.

Knowing what I know now I would definately tell myself to consentrate on my actual major now in these last couple of weeks or months; While still concentrating on my school work of course. "Choose a major you have prepared for already" I'd say to myself knowing that I've already got substantial computer experiance; Telling myself "college is no place to play around." Then I'd also tell my self that I must get good grades in order to pass and get a credible job in my desired profession. With my added knowledge of the economy I'd say to myself that I needed to think of a "recession proof" job. One that would land me a great job both with benefits and with both a challenging and engaging background. Then I would say "If you need to work at a part time job for tuition put your schooling first" I would give this comment the most strength, it's very easy to lose track of schedule. Lastly, I'd tell myself to always try my hardest no matter the difficulty, college will be different from high school.