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Assuming I was capable of going back in life to talk to myself as a high school senior I would most definately make sure that I was taking classes that would benefit me in college. As a high schohol senior I was not as prepared with the education that I needed for college and would advice myself to me more aware of that. Another piece of advice I would provie for myself would be that I need to explore more options when choosing a college. It would be helpful to realize that as a high school senior I do not have to choose the first college that accepts me. This is one of the biggest decisions of my life and as an uneducated person making a decision on a college I would want to educate myself before I make any choices.

If time allowed to go back to school as a high school senior, I would first tell myself to apply for any AP or duel enrollment courses my schedule would allow. They actually would help to get a jump start on college courses as most of the counselors and teachers have said. I would also told myself not to get the extra graduation novelties, and to save that money so that it could be used for my first year of college to come. It could be used for books, because the novelties will not be useful in the dorm, nor on campus. Another word of advice would be to spend as much time with my mom as possible, because I wouldn't be seeing her much at all while away at college. Always stay organized and keep up the study habits because there is much more reading of text books than filling out study guides while learning in college. Be sure to make strong friendships, because a good ear is useful when in times of stress and feeling overloaded. College isn't as bad as it seems, but it is different and does require commitment and excellence. Keep it up.

If I could go back to when I was a senior, I would tell myself to keep the focus on school and nothing else. Be sure to invest valuable time in studying and less time in procrastination, which is a "disease" that affects most, if not all, college students. Be careful sitting down anywhere, because pocket items could slip out and be lost and never to be found, unless you are VERY lucky. Do not overwhelm yourself with too many classes nor too much stressing. Take things nice and slow, do not rush, because if you rush, you WILL fall. Always seek help, though I know, you will not, trust me when I tell you, ask for help when help is needed. Always ask questions, ask as many questions as possible, because you can never be too clear. Knowing is everything, if you do not know, you will, and by then it will be too late, because you will have probably failed already. Keep your goals in perspective, know what is important and what is not, always keep your head held high like your nose was bleeding, because it is never the end of the world, only a minor setback.

I would have told myself to start strong during my first semester of college. I did not take it as seriously as i should have and got some B's that could have been A's. I didnt realize how competitive the nursing program was and how every class i took would effect my chances of getting in. I still got into nursing school however those B's i got in my first semester made my sophmore year very stressfull because i knew i had to get all A's. I would also give myself the advise to not worry about what everyone else is doing. At the beggining it seemed like anyone who wanted friends was in a sorority or frat. This is not the case. There are a lot of people out there that are interested in the same things you are and its important to stay true to yourself.

Stay organized, get your work done, and get involved. Meet new people!

If I could go back in time and advise my past self, I would be very harsh. I know it sounds ridiculous, however, I wish I had somebody to have that impact on my life back then. I was a lost senior in high school, looking in the wrong places for fulfillment. I was the epitome of mediocrity. I strived to achieve just enough to get by, and not enough to stand out. I was an average student, with a beyond average capacity to thrive. If I could go back, I would tell myself to drop the charade! I would remind myself of a little girl's dream to be an exceptional being and a valuable asset to this world. I would remind myself of a flame forever burning in my heart, and forever igniting the passion driven life to excel and succeed beyond society's perception of success. I will remind that girl, a now distant memory of myself, of the importance of living a life with no regrets; not to give up no matter how bumpy the road gets, and most importantly, never to take no for an answer, especially when you have yes in your heart.

My college life was pretty low-key. I attended community college for my first two years so by the time I went to a university, I was already ready to start my career and grow up. My advice would be to just make the best of where ever you go. There's good everywhere. You can have a great experience anywhere. Try new things, be open to new things and always try hard and try to learn something from your classes.

I would tell m y high school self to make sure that they keep themself focused in what they want for their future. Also, to not let any distraction take their focus away from school and their classes. Focus and determination is a must to succeed in the field of nursing, without it pursuing a degree in that field is all but pointless.