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The advice I would give myself as a senior, knowing what I know now, would be, "Don't stress, stay true to yourself, and continuously reach for your dreams. If you can do this, then you will never fail. College represents the real world, where mom and dad can no longer hold your hand and walk you through life, but though this idea probably seems terrifying and lonely, you are presented with the opportunity to grow into your own person and meet others who are going through the same change as you. These people will help you on your path to discovering who you are as much as you will help them, which will create bonds that will remain long after you graduate and are most likely living in separate cities. College is so much more than just receiving a diploma or higher education. College gives you a great insight to who you truly are and what you want to do with the rest of your life. You will face great challenges that test your conviction and character, but these will only make you stronger and ready for the world beyond school. So, most importantly, be ready and be yourself."

If I could go back in time to talk to myself as a high school senior I would definately tell myself to keep an open mind to all positive new experiences. I am the only person I know in GA besides the few people I met at orientation. I should have been more open to meeting new people and getting to know them rather than staying to myself and the small group that I was already acquainted with. It makes the transition from fitting in to standing out alot easier. Happiness can help to ensure success!

If I could go back in time as a high school senior, I would stress extracurricular involvement at my new school. College life brings so many opportunites and I would stress taking every one of them. Opportunites such as being involved in community volunteer programs and other organizations through the University. College life is the beginning of a great adventure in which you are able to find yourself and establish your purpose and your drive in life. The more you are involved in on campus, the better you can mold your purpose and goals. When you reach that point in your college carreer, where you finally know what you want and where your heading, its pure bliss. You feel like you can take over the world. Isn't that what college is all about? You can't achieve this unless you get involved.

Dear Jasmyn, I have come back from 4 years into the future because I have to tell you that you need to sit down and think about this next step very seriously. The diploma that you receive and the major that you choose will follow you around for the rest of your life. I advise you not to choose the easy way out. Don't be scared to move too far from home. Don't dismiss a college based solely on the cost of tuition. Take the time to go and visit your top three choices and see which place really feels like home. Once you choose a college, it is important to be active in extra-curricular activities. Meet people. Make friends! There's more to school than just the classroom education. And above all, work hard to keep or to acquire grants and extra financial aid. I believe that there is a lot of help out there and that you just have to search for it. It may not be easy to find, but it will be easier on you and your parents pockets. Play hard, but study even harder. You have to be the best!! Sincerely, Jasmyn

Dear Rachelle, I know you think that college will be a lot like high school, but you are wrong. In college, you will be able to be yourself and not feel ostracized. Just remember who you are and don't let the glamour of college life bombard you. You will make a lot of friends, but don't allow your social life steal your priority away from education. Be open to new ideas, but never lose your foundation. Time will have the highest value, don't waste it. You will make the right decisions, just stick with them. Life is a little illogical... but that's okay.

Being able to travel back to my senior year of high school would allow me to reaveal to myself how valuable good study habbits are. I would truly emphasize the fact that it is more beneficial than anyone can tell, and that cannot be stressed enough. Perhaps I would take back some of the work that I have been assigned from my college classes in order to give show what college life holds in store. In addition, I would tell my past self that procrastination is not an option. Once something is assigned, it needs to be started immediately. "Why put off tomorrow what can be done today?" This should be written on a gigantic poster board to put in my room in order to remind myself each and every day that I need to be the most productive human being possible.

The advice I would give myself would be to have more faith in myself and not to forget my purpose. Being in high school can distract you from your goals. I would remind myself that I can do anything I want to achieve in life. The things that are worth having in life are usually the hardest things to do, however they are so worth it. I am a person who grew up having nothing and I would tell myself to not forget who I am and where I come from. I would say to focus on the bigger picture and achieve my goals. Finally, I would remind myself not to forget my purpose, my purpose for doing anything. To remember the person I want to become, for myself and my family.

I would tell myself to study more. My grades could be better than what they are.

Stasea: Hi, it's me...well you. :P I'm a sophmore now, struggling in finding my place in life and fitting into this school. Word of advice: go to Mercer. Not to say Georgia State isn't good, it just doesn't seem like a good fit. And try to make friends Stasea. Yes I know...shyness is inhibiting, but get over it! You don't want to be lonely at school. Also, look into more scholarships...you'll need it. Be more active in school! Sign up for some things, don't hide in a corner, and look for a job now, before the economy nosedives. I don't think you'll need much more advice, besides keep your writing skills fresh because there are so many essays to write. Love ( wow that's weird), Stasea P.S. I hope this doesn't cause any time warps! :P Haha, just kidding.

I would definitely advise myself to pay attention in class, because even though the material seems easy and familiar at the end I will not end up with the grade I would like to receive. I would advise myself to never over-estimate how much I actually know.