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When you go into college, remember to breathe. It's a scary thought living on your own for the first time, but it's a pretty simple transition. Don't forget about the young, aspiring girl, you are before entering collegee. There are going to be a lot of different distractions all around you and you can't forgwet your main focus. Don't be afraid to try new things and meet new people, it might be a moment of impact that changes the rest of your life. Also, don't stress too hard about the amount of money you're going to be owing. Enjoy the time spent there, however, if you just can't help yourself, now would be a good time to start applying for all those scholarships you've been procrastinating on this whole year. Have fun, and if you have questions, don't be afraid to ask. Everyone was in this position at some point in time.

I would tell myself that I need to put more time into my studies instead of playing games so much. But I would still tell myself to go to Colorado Mesa University because it is very cheap and a great school.

The biggest advice I would give to myself is to believe in myself more. During my senior year of high school I had no motivation to finish school and I did not care what my grades were because I never saw myself graduation from high school, much less college.. Since high school I have graduated from community college, got accepted to a University, moved across country and most importantly worked hard and earned a 3.6 GPA. Looking back, I see that I was always capable of doing well in school and doing great things, the only difference is that now I believe in myself and it is much harder for me to give up on myself. I would also tell myself that everything gets better. No matter what happens in life, no matter what seems impossible right now, it always gets better eventually. You may have to go through years of bad luck, self doubt, and hurt but one day you will look back and realize that in the big picture all those problems were small. Finally I would tell myself to stop worrying, because in the end I was going to be okay and achieve great things.

Don't take automotive & pursue a carrier in diving & construction.

Dear Younger Me, You should slow down and enjoy your last year. I wish I could tell you that life in college is all fun and games. Remember when we thought that college was just an extension of high school? I can tell you first hand it's really not. Nobody told you that being a college kid doesn't excuse you from being a "grown-up". Nobody bothered to tell you that those big-girl decisions start as sooner than expected. Now you've got to work and choose who to hang out with. You need to decide who to date and when. Oh and the homework! There is freedom in responsibility, but not the kind you'd think. You do have free reign of your time and money, but now they need to be watched much closer. Most of all I want you to know that it's okay to choose something you love. Don't settle for a dead-end job with money. Trust me we've tried it-praise the gods for internships. Choose a music major. It's what you love and don't let anyone tell you to settle. Money's not everything, kid.

I would tell myself that its okay to be diffrent. That i need to talk to people, don't be scared to meet people, the worst they can say is no. you are a wonderful person, and no matter what people say or what people do to you, you are the only person you should worry about. no one can change that but you.

Given the opportunity I would march up to my former self with an aplication to Denali National Park and say "Go have an adventure." After one semester of college I took a break to travel because I had no idea what I wanted to study. I worked many seasonal jobs at national parks. I learned how to rent an apartment, cook my own meals, and file my taxes. I was also able to work and play at some of Americas most beautiful parks. I met people from Russia, Bulgaria, England, and the Phillipines to name a few. I helped make tourists vacations special. I believe my time traveling opened my eyes to new interests I was unaware I even had. That is why I would tell my past self to wait to attend college and just have fun and explore. I would save myself a year of stress, worry, and debt.

Do not change any moment in your life for it will all add up in the end. I unstand at times its struggle making up 12 credits plus doing the 12 credits for senior year but stay focused and contine through it and you will graduate. Do not get mad about the Turn around student because it was not meant for you. You are meant for more. You are beautiful, precious, intelligent and strong woman who was created in this world to help and understand others at a fundemental level that most never achieve. As the years go on you will become stonger, smarter, and change in subtle ways where you may not even realize but others will. Do not worry about father's day, you will grow to appricate your past and heal those open wounds noone can see but you. Being a product of rape does not make you unloved. Focus on the light not the dark and you will fly in the sky. I love you and wish you the best.

Going to college at Colorado Mesa University was always my plan because I grew up in Grand Junction and needed a regular degree before continuing on in my education. Moving across the country or an ocean didn’t make sense even though I wanted to get out of this city more than anything. If I could go back in time and give my high school self any useful advice it would be to spend the money and go where I want to go regardless of being alone or broke. The last thing a student needs is to feel is that they are behind schedule; not only in school but in life too. I know everything happens for a reason but I would be a completely different person than I am today if I had left after graduating high school.

Focus! Your first semester of college is full of excitement but dont let the classes slip. You still have plenty of time for fun after working hard

I would simply tell myself to focus more on studies and less on my social life. Up until my last two years of high school, I was a good student. I always made the honor roll. But I made the tragic mistake of letting my social life take over, and ended up putting off college until my daughter was in elementary school. School life would have been much easier and much more pleasant if I had gone to college and waited to start a family. Not only that, but I would tell myself that financially, life is much easier with a college education and degree than without one. Regret is a horrible thing to experience, so going to college instead of partying is the ideal route.

If I was able to go back in time and talk to myself as a high school senior the advice I would give myself would be to take as many Advanced Placement (AP) and Duel Enrollment (DE) classes as possible. In high school I took AP/DE Biology, DE Englsih Composition, DE Psychology, and DE Social Psychology. Knowing what I know now I would recommend taking advantage of the free classes that were offered in my high school because entering college I already had 22 credit hours, and that was well worth the work. I would also insist that my high school self take part in the Freshman Year Initiative, or FYI program offered at Mesa. The FYI program is a helpful course that is offered and is where incoming freshman go for a week before school starts, and learn all about how to make an easier transition into college, study tips, expanding on note and test taking techniques, learning how to use different resources offered at Mesa, and much more. Having taken this I fully understand the positivie impact it had on myself and others and how much the advice that was given helped me in the long run.

I would tell myself to take more college classes to be ahead of the game. I should have taken more AP classes or college classes through the local college.

Don’t we all wish we could do this? I would say, “Don’t compromise.” As a young person fresh out of high school I was way too concerned with other people. I wanted to keep people happy or make sure I was liked. I would tell my just graduated self, be true to you. We try to follow what our parents want and also allow our friends to even have a say in what we do. I would go back and tell myself; listen to me, myself, and I. I would tell myself to do what I know my heart wants regardless if it keeps everybody happy. This may seem selfish, but it is far from. When you take the time to be who you truly are, you are a happier, more productive, and better person. You can be a better friend and individual. So I would say, “Don’t worry about every choice you make. Don’t worry about what hasn’t happened. Do love life, do live, and be happy. Do plan for your future, but allow room for your heart to lead the way. Listen to yourself and make choices that fit your heart’s desires.”

Choosing a college is important, but it is far more important to choose the correct teachers at a college. If the only class that you are able to get a seat in has an undesirable teacher, then it is better to hold off on the class. Always, always ask around and look up a teacher's statistics online.

I would tell myself to apply to more colleges. I only applied to CMU and I wish I didn't. Thankfully, I got accepted, but if I didn't, I would have been screwed. I also would have told myself that I need to work harder once I got here and I would have also said that it's not going to be easy like I originally thought. Although, I love Mesa, I would have wished I tried harder in highschool to go to a D1 school. I would have told myself that I did a good job throughout high school and I need to continue to do well in college.

Study Study Study, and READ. High school doesn't prepare you to have to be on your own, and be responsable for not only school, but life. If you could learn to be more organized before coming into college, then everything else that happens in college would be a peace of cake.

I would tell myself: "Do not to worry about the future, for the future unfolds as it is suppose to unfold. You are suppose to experience things as they come, even if these things bring frustration and failure. Your dreams of selling spacecraft to governments will not come true because you will eventually fail calculus. But this should not dishearten you, for you have real purpose if you allow events to unfold as they come to you. You must remember the words of Marcus Aurelius and his fine words on destiny and how nothing that is destined for you is to be harder than anything you are capable of. Times will be tough and in many ways the world will bear down on you, but remember that whatever comes your way is what you were born to do.

If I had a chance to go back in time, the advice that I would give to myself in high school would be,to be consistent and more focused. Education is no game and has to be taken very seriously. Join clubs, do not cut class, and ask for help when needed. Also, do not join the crowd. If you see people cutting class or doing something that they're not supposed to, turn the other way and worry about your education because in the long run it'll benefit you. Stay focused and consistent with your work, time, and dedication. One day you may feel the need to give up on a certain asignment if it's too hard, but in reality if you put your time and effort into it, it will make you a brighter student and you will eventually succeed. Finally, take advantage of the opportunities that are given. Teachers and tutors are there to help you when it seems like all hope is lost. Join clubs that interest you because what's better than doing something you love? It'll also look good on your resume. DO NOT PROCRASTINATE!

I would tell myself to enjoy college life just the way I did. When doubt occurs, here is a list of people who can help you, and make a list of what goals and dreams you want to achieve, and be open to taking different types of classes. I have no regrets about the classes I took, but there are other areas where I may want to study. Do not be afraid of the classes where you feel weak. you are not weak and you are capable of doing anything youwant to. whether its science, or art, or avocational field, do not be afraid to try. You will meet a lot of people who will help you, and there is no failing at Mesa, its more of a lack of effort. You will be successful, allyou have to do is believe in yourself, work hard, and you will amaze yourself at what you can accomplish.