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The absolute best advice I would give myself is to just be myself and to work as hard as possible to reach my goals. It's cliche but it is so true. Personally I spent so much time in high school trying to be someone or something I wasn't. I wanted to be popular and fit in, that was my focus during school and it made me completely miserable. I wish I would've just been myself and worked harder to reach my goals to study abroad, volunteer more, be a better person and get a better job. If I had done those things, I may not be in this position, doing everything possible to pay for school. I would tell myself that popularity doesn't matter and that working hard is really what is important.

If I could talk to myself as a high school senior I would tell me not to worry so much about the future. I would tell myself to apply for as many scholarships as possible, and to save up money for college. I would also tell myself that life is not going to go how I planned it. The changes that happen in your college life can help you learn. I would tell myself to take college classes during high school so I could get my degree faster. I would tell myself that college is not as scary as I think it is going to be. Going away to school is not such a bad thing. It can be a litte rough money wise but you learn a lot about yourself, stengths and weaknesses. I would say to have fun and enjoy life during your college years! Date, travel, try new things! The most important thing I would tell myself would be, not to be scared to live and go out on my own, and have adventure!

I would tell my self as i was going into my junior year that I need to sign up for the MACT program of my choice so that I would have a decent job while going to college full time. I would also tell my self to figure out what study habit works best for me so I did not have to figure it out during my college classes. I'd tell my self that I need take as many AP class as I could and pass them all so I would be ahead in college and not have to waste my first couple years doing all prerequs for my general education and being able to start my program course earlier.

Dear Anthony from the past, Although you did well in high school, college is a whole different ball park. In high school you where able to get by with high scores on your assignments and mediocre scores on tests. Well unfortunately, in college, there is not that many assignments. There's lots of tests though. Those tests make up more than half of your grade in every class. So although doing your assignments is great, it is twice as essential to get good scores on your tests. You need to develop better study habits. I suggest spending an hour a day in a very quit enviroment reviewing all the things that you went over in your classes that day. Also, making flash cards will be very useful. It's going to be a lot of work but it's worth it and it makes a big difference. Trust me, with these tools, you'll have no problem passing every test. Good luck!

If I could go back in time, I would tell myself not to be afraid to try new experiences. I left for college right after high school, but I was homesick and came home. After a twenty-year gap in my education, I am returned to school a few years ago. I wish that I hadn't let my homesickness stop me from continuing my education so many years ago. I would encourage myself to stick it out and stay at school.

If I could go back in time and talk to myself as a high school senior, this is the advice I would give myself: "Miranda, I know you feel like high school is all about friends, socializing, and distractions that seem SO important at this time. However, after graduation, none of this will matter like it does right now. College is full of new experiences, and you should really take some time to prepare. Working and going to school full-time will not be as easy as you think. Therefore, you should begin saving most of your money for college rather than spending it on new clothes every weekend. Take more time to study. Figure out what you want to do in life, and make a clear set of goals. Rather than sitting in class just because you have to, create a sincere interest in every subject by relating them to these goals. Do your best to maintain a high GPA, and take as many college classes as possible while still in high school. This, along with knowing where you wish to go, will save you a generous amount of needed time and money in your future."

When i was twenty years old i volunteered to be a missionary for my church. I commited myself for two years and was stationed in Brazil. While i was there i saw the effects that a poor education system has on a society. I made a goal that when i returned to the US i would get a college degree. Since that time my knowledge of the physical and social world around me has been enlightened. I have begun to scratch the surface in areas of science and philosophy. The deeper i go, the better understanding i have of the world and other people. I have not only learned about the world and how it works, but have learned my own limits and have strengthened my talents as well as learned new ones. I have grown to understand the importance of citizenship. Thisnew understading i have has led me to become a weekly volunteer at a local hospital, and has motivated me to vote during every election. I have come to understand my role in this world.

A letter to my 18 year old self: Dear Summer, Graduating from high school was the first step in a lifetime of learning. I know the last thing you want to think about after finally getting out of institutionalized schooling is more shooling. Well, too bad. The worst possible thing for you to do is expect someone else to do it for you. Do not, under any circomstances, be so naieve as to expect a man to provide for you. You are your own person. You are smart enough and strong enough to do it yourself. Be brave enough to leave home. Go to school outside of your comfort zone. I know money is nice to have, but trust me, starting college at the age of 28 is a lot harder than just doing it now. Plus, if you go now, you will be done by the time you are 24 insead of 34! You can do it. Don't be afraid of your potential and your success. You are brighter than everyone gave you credit for and you can do anything you put your mind to. For Gods sake, JUST DO IT! Love, Summer

If I could go back in time I would say to myself. Take english seriously, it can only help. I would tell myself to go to school for what I love to do right from the begining, instead of going for the money. I would tell myself to take my studies seriously, but to not forget my family. The number one thing that I would remind myself of is my love for learning and to make sure that I am doing something I love. That school does you no good if your do not have an open heart, an open mind, and a willingness to let things go and just learn.

If i were to talk to myself while i was back in high school, i would totally tell myself NOT to graduate early. I graduate a semester early and i regret it. I did recieve money by doing it, but having stayed there would have been for beneficial. I would tell myself to stay in school and take more concurrent enrollment classes! Those are the most important classes to me. If i could go back, i would totally try to get my Associates degree by taking as many of those classes as possible. Best advice for my past high school self would be to take a lot of college credit classes.