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Depending on the high school. i would have tried to take classes as a senior that were electives more closely to that of the university system. The most important classes that one can take in that regard are that in English based upon writing skills and Algebra. These two elements of freshman class life were difficult and gave me and my class mates a difficult time. Take as many writing classes as you can as there are many papers to write in many classes that are required in the first two years of college. Save as much money as possible and take on two jobs if necessary as early on as a senior as possible. Work nights if i had to. Once you are in college your time and workload doubles compared to that of high school. It will be impossible to work the same amount of hours that one can while in high school.

I would tell myself to go out there and get involved. "It's important to have an open mind and be yourself. Responsibility is greatly needed for the freedom you are going to experience. Be confident in your abilities. Join clubs and organizations because those are some places where you can meet like-minded people. Apply early to school and for scholarship opportunities."

If I could go back in time and give my high school self some advice , it would be to be more serious about college. I really didn't care if I made into college or not. No one in my family went to college so I felt like why should I go. I would also tell myself to get as much help as possible. When I was a senoir I didn't want any help from the college consoler because all the other students were saying she was no help. I did all the stuff on my own except for my first time applying to for ACT. I learn how to do everthing on my own which is a good thing, but it was extreme strenous I almost just wanted to just give up.

You already live in the real world, so don't go looking for it at college. The people, location, and experiences will be different, and they will be better, but not overwhelming and nothing you can't handle. Don't worry, you are allowed to keep your beliefs, classes don't have to be horrible, and everything you'll learn you already knew, even if you didn't recognize it. The stereotypical college life does not have to be yours, and you'll do great things once you graduate. It's not a big, scary world beyond college, it's the same world with the same blessings, the same curses. You just get four years to figure out your plan of action, but make sure all moments count. Do me a favor, don't live for yourself the first year. Help others first, love everyone more, and give anyone another chance to be beautiful in your eyes.

There are many things I would say to myself if I could go back in time. I would tell myself not to listen to other people and make the decision that is best for me. I would tell myself that living in the worst or oldest dorm will be one of the best experiences and not to be afraid of it, that I will meet some of the best people. I would tell myself to get involved on campus, do anything and everything that you want. Also, DO NOT buy or sell your books from or to the bookstore. They charge you high prices and give you nothing back. You will save so much by buying online. I would also tell myself to apply for as many schoalarships as you can. It is worth it, even if it is a small scholarship. You don't want to be in your junior year running out of money, without the chance for a job if the economy is bad. Apply for scholarships, save your money; it will help in the long run. College is the best experience and you shouldn't be afraid. Just listen to the people who went before you.

I?d save myself some headachs and tell myself FSU is amazing. I?d exclaim that our first roommate will be your best friend for a while so start hanging out the day you both move in. ?Join more clubs and activities,? I?d advice, ?even though you?re scared out of your mind, it will help you meet more amazing people.? I?d then tell myself to start off with majoring in Psychology because soon you?ll love it. Sometimes the classes will get tough but the professors are there to help, just don?t be scared. I?d explain that there are going to be ups and downs with yourself, family and friends, and sometimes those downs hurt more than anything in the world. Although, I would not tell myself what happens, or try to avoid anything or anyone. I would just state, ?Know everything will get better and you will grow as a person in unimaginable ways, while learning a great deal about life that wasn?t recognized before.? I?d finish by telling myself to keep up the determination and being responsible while never ignoring your gut feeling. Those three things will help you forever.

1) Any crazy story you've heard about college is true. 2) Respect your roommate. It will be hard adjusting to living with someone, but of all the people to form a lasting bond with, your roommate can be the best choice if you make it. 3) Don't be afraid about not meeting anyone, not being liked or being rejected. Everyone feels this way, so at least you have one thing in common with someone! 4) Do your homework. Go to class. This will make you a more responsible adult and you can serve as a role model to your friends. 5) Drugs and drinking do happen. However, you can associate yourself with people that are not involved in those behaviors, and you do not have to be exposed to that kind of lifestyle. 6) The food will be bad sometimes. Instead of thinking of it as torture, think of it as a rite of passage! Finally, 7) Have fun! Don't be afraid to do something fun and insane for yourself. This will be the last time you may ever get to paint your face, jump into a fountain, or scooter around campus without getting weird looks.

I would surely tell myself to not worry about making friends as much as I did. The other new students need friends just as much as I did, and I'd tell myself that they'll be great people! I'd also tell myself to not worry about leaving home. The rest of the students here create a family for you! The teachers are so helpful, and the environment is superb! I'd tell myself to have no worries!

My initial statement to my past self would be to follow what is in your heart. This means a lot to me because putting on a false facade of yourself to please other people is not a great way to go about life. I would tell my old self that greatness is in my future as long as you believe in yourself. It may sound cliche but it is true. I barely graduated from high school and going to community college merely just to attend for I had nothing else to do. But here is the most important piece of advice that my current self would urgently stress to my past self, listen to your family. My mother, my father, and my older sister have helped place me in a position for success. After graduating high school all of them started my path toward FSU, losing 70 pounds, working hard to get a degree and hopefully lead to law school. My family has been my pillars for success and my old self will soon learn how much they love me. I would tell myself don't give up. Because your family will make you see how much you can achieve.

If I was to go back and see myself as a high school senior I would make sure to give myself some reassurance that everything will be okay. I am not sure that I would tell myself anything other than that little bit of reassurance. I wouldn't say which classes I should take, that I should work harder, or which major I would eventually choose. I think I would leave all of that to pan out on its own, because I feel like the experiences I had before now in community college and life in general in the last year and a half after graduation helped me become who I am today. I feel that if I changed anything , I wouldn't be me. So, I would just reassure myself that I will make it and things will work out. The best thing I think I could do for myself would be to not worry.