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I would have known my priorites sooner and have put those before everything else.

Get out of your comfort zone more. It will come in handy when you get out into the real world. Staying in your comfort zone and not getting out enough or communicating with enough people with inhibit your personal growth later down the road. Learn to ask questions in class, care less about what others may think about you. There is a good posibility that someone else has the same question as you and they will be grateful you asked. Make sure that you make good connections with people that have influence in your area of interest. Those connections are what will get you places in life. It is true, it is not so much what you know as much as it is who you know that makes the difference.

Courtney, You may not believe this, but I am you three years into the future. I have traveled back in time to share with you some wisdom and knowledge about college and preparing for our future endeavors. The advice I have for you will help you succeed and grow as a student, as well as an individual. First thing's first, value your mistakes, do not dwell or regret them. Nothing in life is ever going to be perfect; face your mistakes and learn from them. View your failures as determination to get back up and achieve excellence. My second advice is to do your research. Make sure to take advantage of every opportunity that is presented to you. Life is too short to put chances aside; go after your dreams and goals. My third and last advice is enjoy college. This does not mean I am giving you permission to go wild; instead I am encouraging you to express your passion within your education. Go above and beyond and fall in love with your career dreams and make them your reality. This next chapter in your life will guide you to your bright future. Sincerely, Courtney

If I had the chance to advise my younger self, I would tell myself the truth, without sugar-coating the harsh realities. In a nutshell, I would say "Listen, Adana, things are going to be increasingly rough. You're going to go through things that will chnage your perspective on the world and those around you. This change may seem scary, but believe me, it's really not. This change is exciting, Embrace it! The best thing you can do for yourself is get involved. Make friends with people you may not normally talk to. Understand the thoughts of people you disagree with, and most importantly, have faith in your own abilities. The only hurdle that stands in your way is yourself. Dont trip over avoidable challenges; graciously leap over them. Be your own hero. And hey, when you feel down and out, remeber exactly who you are. You're unstoppable girl."

In all honesty, I would tell myself to learn how to cook because eating the same chicken sandwich everyday at the union gets old after the first month. I would tell myself to read over my notes after every class because studying the night before the exam doesn't get any easier after the fifth time you do it. I would remind myself to stay motivated and stay hungry; college is the best decision you have made thus far in your career, so grab every opportunity thrown your way. I would tell myself to not be afraid. Everyone here is making the same transition you are- ask for help if you need it. I would tell myself to make sure to call mom. She's having a hard time without you and just a phonecall every once in a while goes a long way. Call dad too, he's more proud of you then you will ever comprehend. Lastly, if a friend invites you somewhere- GO. No one remembers the times they sat at home and got a full eight hours of sleep. Good luck wildcat.

I would tell myself to study harder and stop lacking off. That I should make better decisions in regards to my future ,that it isn`t easy. I made too many mistakes and that should be changed for the better, for me and for my family. Wise up, If you don`t start making some changes you`ll regret most of you life.

Advice I would give to myself would to be self-confident in making my decsion. It can be stressful but where ever I were to choose to go would be the right choice for me; do not let others make you feel like the school you choose isn't right or a good school. I would also tell myself to seriously consider if I want to move away from home. I know that moving away from home can be hard when you are very close to your family but it is worth it becasue it makes you grow up. The transition can be difficult but just know that it gets better and everyday you miss home a little less. I would tell myself that you may not have many friends at first but you just have to put yourself out there and start talking to people and friendships and bonds will start to form. College is a time to reinvent yourself and figure out who you really are. No one knows you at the college yet, so you can become who you truely want to be and can form friendships that will last a life time.

Make the absolute most of all four years in high school, not just senior year. Focus on your studies but also focus on making memories while you get to be surrounded everyday by your closest friends. During the summer before college, spend time with your family and friends that aren't coming with you. This time is precious. Get to know your roommate, if you get one before you start. A bad roommate is not the end of the world, but a good one that becomes a great friend can be very special and can make the transition a lot easier. When you get to college make your dorm room more homey. It can be depressingly boring if you don't make it your own. And finally make the most out of being away from home. It is hard and you will be very homesick, but this opportunity is a once in a lifetime one, and so make memories while you are here, and don't just get through it.

I would tell myself that time managment is way more important than the latest fashions. College is fun and there is so much more to do, but if you dont have any time management then you'll get sucked away in the parties and forget about the work. I would stress to myself not to take high school so lightly. I would also tell myself you may think your good at this subject now, but education never ends.

I would more then likely force her to focus on filling out for scholorships, improving her studying, and trying to get her to learn how to not procrastinate. I would tell her about the late nights I have to go through, because I did not learn how to study at a younger age, or I did not learn how to manage my time very well. Emphasize how difficult papers in college get compared to what she has to do now. The depressing emotions invovled if she doesn't prepare for being an adult in High School. I would express to her how much the pressure weighs down on you to be good at things you have never done well before. I would tell her how hard it will be if she doesn't fix herself now and learn how to do better in school. I would hug her and say I understand that she doesn't know how to stop being so anti-proactive in life, but that it is an emotional and mental battle she has to fight vehemently. I'd then procide to comfort her and we would cry and study together, until I would need to leave.