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If I could go back in time and talk to myself as a high school senior, I would tell myself to do everything the same way that I did it the first time. As a senior in high school, I applied to culinary schools; I attended one until I had a severe allergic reaction that led to me transferring home to UConn Stamford. Though I would not like to relive the allergic reaction, I think that this experience has changed me and helped shape me to become who I am today. I have met many great people who have helped me along the way, and who I have had the opportunity to learn a lot from. I was faced with the hardest decision of my life, and forced to adapt to cope with that decision. I managed to keep a high GPA, get all of my work done, and be a member of various clubs. So if I had the chance to go back in time, I would tell myself to continue down the path that I chose to set out on- because it only made me a stronger person in the long run.

There are several pieces of advice that I would have given myself looking back now. One of them would be to be more focused and consistent with my school work. One problem that I would often run into was that when I wasn't interested by a subject, I wasn't really driven to do my best. Sometimes I would hate it because I would only do enough to get by knowing that I could have done much better. This wasn't an accurate example of my work ethic. Another thing that I would tell myself is to better manage my time. I procrastinated so many times in highschool, and one thing that I have learned in college now is that procrastination can really hurt your grade. If I had allowed myself ample time to complete my assignments then I wouldn't have to rush through the assignments. One thing I find now that I don't procrastinate is that I don't feel that pressure of time. By taking my time I get a lot more done and better quality work results from it.

If I could go back in time and talk with my high school senior self, I would tell myself about how different the adjustment into college life is. In high school I was driven to school or walked with friends, but now I've learned how to use the train and take a shuttle bus to the campus by myself for transportation. I would tell myself about how independent I've become due to of having to be in charge of keeping up with my own work and planning out my meals for long days on campus. Also about the changes to my sleep schedule because of staying up at night to finish papers in time. However, the most important thing I;d tell my high school self is to keep a good strong focus on classes because it is easy to get left behind with a single absence from a class. Sometimes it is better to drag yourself to school rather than stay home if you?re fine enough to make the commute. My high school senior self wouldn?t recognize me as much as I?ve changed since then, which I?m fine with because I've grown.

I would say to myself, "Enjoy the high school life because in college, the teachers and parents are not going to be there to help you and guide. Even though, you have many freedom, it does come with more responsibility."

If I could go back and talk to my high school self I would say relax. although an evciting transtion it is also very stressful and scary. What I have learned is that collge life is the best experience of my life. I enjoy the classes, the people and the school. Worring about the transition was a waste of time.

It would be in your best interest to attend college immediately after school. Some people decide to take some time off, for whatever reason, and plan to go to college in a few years. This would be alright but, can you just imagine attending a college campus with high-school seniors, and now you are an adult. The transition into college would be much more difficult. Take my advice and go to college now!

Embrace college life and be open to new experiences, new points of view, and new subjects. There is so much choice ... 120 credits is a lot of class time. Be open to advice from both fellow students and professors. Spend time getting to know who you are and what challanges grab you. Be true to yourself, as college is a gift that you should be forever grateful for. So many Americans and other nationalities around the world do not have the luxury of such a gift, so always keep this in mind. Education is a blessing to be cherished.

Stay focused and always keep in mind to study subjects that really interest you, because it makes college life so much more enjoyable.

I would tell myself toallow my faith to grow in God. I would tell myself that college is about making firends that will last a lifetime. College is fun if you do hte right thing, but as long as you are focused and know what you want then college will be great. College most often determines your future so make sure you make positive friends and have a positive outlook to life. Also i would tell myself to be ready for challenge courses, but that doesn't mean i should give up college all together.

Work very hard in achieving your goals. Be positive and prepare yourself because obstacles will come and you will have to overcome them.