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I would tell myself to look for more scholarships so I didn't have to go into debt as far. I would tell myself to go to a college that some of my friends went to so I could still have a good relationship with them. I would apply for more colleges.

Don't be afraid to stand out and talk to people. I used to be a very conservative person in regards to asking other people questions. I used to think that since I was a female aspiring to be a surgeon I always had to out-smart the person next to me. Asking questions to strangers, to me, was a weakness that I had to avoid showing. Also, I would tell myself to just go with the flow of college life and get involved. The most important thing to do is to get into a club in school or do a lot of service projects on campus. Just to make it plain and simple I would literally say, "Don't freak out, take it one day at a time, and reach out to anyone that you see if you need help or you think they would be a great friend."

Like with the other question, I would make sure that I took note of UVSC/UVU's list of majors. That way, I would not have to spend one semester at a different college, and then deal with the transfer between the two schools. With the social transitions, I would tell myself that, despite the bonds that might have been made during high school, the truth is that most people lose touch with those that they knew well throughout high school. And while you shouldn't throw out all your old friendships come graduation, be prepared to see some people leave, and be prepared to find a new social life in college. The unfortunate truth is that not everyone is ready for the social change. I myself found it difficult to leave behind friends who I had known for years. Being unable to loosen those bonds while cause more harm than good in the long run. High school has come and gone, and college is the new social landscape for you.

I would tell myself that waiting and going into the military first is a smart plan, stick with it. Knowing what you want before attending college is the most importaint thing, it gives you focus and determination. I would also advise myself not to wait too long to get started. Young, single, not a parent is the easier course.

I would tell my self to apply for more scholarships and apply to a different school.

If I could talk to my old high school self I would have a lot to say. First of all I would warn myself not to eat the crab at Fresh Choice, that would have saved me two weeks of absences. Next I would tell myself to stop working so much and focus more on grades. Theres no point in making money if I can't get into a school that takes it. I would also tell myself to have more confidence in my abilities as a student. I can do it and I didn't realize that soon enough, and as my mother always tells me, "you are a smart and successful women that can acheive anything you want." But most importantly I would tell myself to stop and enjoy my last year of high school, maybe go to more dances or socialize a little more. In college there is not much time for that and I was not prepared enough for that transition. It is a scary time but as I prepare to transfer to a 4 year college I finally feel ready. So, me in the past, all you really need to know is you did it!

Do your homework! Slacking off on your homework in high school might be pretty easy, but in college you can't! Homework takes so much time and dedication if you want to recieve a good grade and gpa. It isn't easy to want to take time away from family to study and do it, but it is so worth it when you do well. Because you slacked off in high school its so hard to want to do any homework now. You'd much rather go to sleep, or go out and do something fun with your wife and kids, But if you make a little sacrifice the reward is well worth it all!

If I could go back in time and talk to myself as a high school senior, I would tell myself to just keep doing what I was doing. As a high school senior I never focused too much time on wondering what I was going to wear for prom, I was more worried about my grades. I wanted to keep a high GPA and I did not want to "slack" like most kids do their senior year. I believe I tried my hardest and gave it my all, senior year was not easy but I pushed through the obstacles and I did not lose focus. I'm happy to say I met my goal and graduated top 15{4a082faed443b016e84c6ea63012b481c58f64867aa2dc62fff66e22ad7dff6c} of my high school class, it is one of my greatest accomplishments. If I could tell myself anything it would just be words of encouragement, I would tell myself to keep running towards that goal and to never stop trying.

I would get myself to ask more questions, and talk to more people about what college would be like. I would have also started applying to scholarships, and found a job much quicker then I did.

I would tell myself to save as much money as possible. Starting to pay back student loans is stressful and is kind of demoralizing.