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If I could go back in time and talk to myself as a high school senior, knowing what I know now, I would have a lot of advice. First off, regardless of the fact that I had acceptable grades, I would advise myself to take the extra courses offered instead of just doing what had to be done. I would address the fact that my social life was not as important as it seemed to be then. Most importantly I would tell myself to take advantage of the programs and people available within the school in order to gain a better understanding of what college expected of me thus spending more time with the school counselor discussing the options available and applying for every scholarship possible. I would stress that it is important to study and be prepared for the SAT because it could save me money in the long run. To sum it up, I would tell myself that I dont know everything and that I should really pay attention to the advice I was receiving and that these people were right, life is hard but college can open many doors.

My high school moments were fun and full of memories. If I could give my high school self advice, being the college student I am today, I would tell my seft to save every penny I earned. I would also tell myself not to stress so much about the future and have a little bit of fun. But the most valuable piece of knowlege I would give myselft is the following statement, "In the end everything will work out if one works hard and is determined to achieve one's goal."

If I could go back in time and talk to myself as a high school senior, there is only one piece of advice I would give: do not be afraid of college! As a senior, I was afraid of the future and unsure of what college would be like. How much homework will I have? How tough will my professors be? What if I choose the wrong major? I was afraid of the unknown and unsure about my abilities. Presently, as a college Junior, I look back and I?m proud of how far I?ve come and how well I?ve done. I absolutely love my school, my professors, and I?ve maintained a high GPA. College is so meaningful, enjoyable, and beneficial. Yes, there is more work involved and professors can be tough, but I am doing well because I enjoy what I am studying. My advice to others in high school is to make sure to work with academic advisors to assist in finding the right major and career pathway. Once you find the major that is right for you, everything just falls into place, classes become more meaningful and enjoyable and the years simply fly by.

As a high school senior, I was prepared for college. Determined to achieve academic excellence. I was prepared to go all the way; a doctorate in psychology. I had a plan, a plan that was both practical and economically fool-proof. That is, until I stepped into the real world. I would tell myself then, knowing what I know now, to take it slow - take it all in. Don't take it all so seriously; enjoy it and don't get burned out. You don't have to do it all yourself. Working full-time and a full-time class load while living independantly is not necessary. Allow your parents to care for you, allow yourself to be a college student . You will have plenty of time to proclaim independance - after this journey.

I would tell myself to really focus on time management and study time. Also make sure i keep my grades up and really improve my study skills.

I would have told myself that life is much larger than the small town you grew up in. Stepping out into college means your stepping out into the real world. Do not make a decision based on relationships from highschool, friends, or money. Josh, you need to give yourself time to learn who you are, what you want, and most importantly, what God wants for your life. Josh you should have worried about money less when you were selecting to go to college. I know that you went to community college thinking you were trying to save money, but really you were limiting yourself. Do not ever limit yourself again on perseption of the small world you grew up in. Know that you can go out and do things that can change the lives of hundreds of people. Josh, tell y ourself that you are worth more than just living in a small town. You have control over your future. Make your decisions, and make them proudly. No more second guessing! Live a life that shows you are living for something greater.

If I could go back and talk to the high school version of myself, I would tell myself not to worry about the opinions of other people. I would say that I needed to follow my heart and do what I feel is right. The other thing I would tell myself would be to take more AP classes for college credit. It is better to take harder classes is high school to prepare myself for college. Also I would say to start saving money for college to avoid getting into debt. It will be (or would have been) much better to pay for school as you go instead of using loans and paying later. Finally, I would tell myself to take my faith more seriously. I should never do anything in order to "just get by." Rather I should be working to excell in all areas of life.

Dear self, You're a senior in high school and really excited to finally "get outta this place!" But, you've got to remember that college life, is not this life. You need to decide who you want to be now and be that person. Don't slack, this is your life. It's better to give 100{4a082faed443b016e84c6ea63012b481c58f64867aa2dc62fff66e22ad7dff6c} of your effort 100{4a082faed443b016e84c6ea63012b481c58f64867aa2dc62fff66e22ad7dff6c} of the time than give anything less than that. Make sure you have all your ducks in a row, but there's no need to get stressed out because it will only inhibit the work that you want to accomplish. Know that there are people who love you no matter what and they don't want to see you go, but you'll be just fine. Homesicknes is TOTALLY normal and it will pass with time and more friends. There is a season for everything in life and always remember that everything will be just fine. Sincerely, Yourself

Dear Katy, The advice I want to give you before you make a decision to go to college, is that you should be involved as much as you can. There are many opportunities to make friends, if you are social enough to go to events that bring the students together. I highly suggest doing this! I also suggest using your resources to find out about as many clubs, organizations, and extra-curricular activities as you can. This will help you feel connected to the college, and make cool friends along the way! If you need help concentration on homework, I suggest going somewhere quiet to study. There are many quiet places on campus, if you know where to go. That is another thing, do not be afraid to ask questions! There will always be someone friendly to help you out. The best advice I can give you is to have fun and enjoy the experience!

They say that hindsight is 20/20. Looking back on my high school self I can see how true that statement is. As a high school senior I was pretty stable; I was not the smartest student but I graduated with a GPA upward of 3.5. I didn't ditch class and I turned in all of my homework. However, if I could go back I would do things a little bit differently. I would tell myself that school is important, but so is building relationships. Getting involved with floor activities even when you might not feel like it will go a long way in cultivating friendships that could last for the rest of your life. Also I would tell myself to get involved with on campus activities or organizations! It is so much harder when you are older to begin getting involved; establish yourself early and get rooted in a group. My last piece of advice would be to stay on top of studies and don't fall even the slightest bit behind because it is nearly impossible to catch up without being stressed to the max. Good planning with make school more enjoyable.