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I'm very happy at school now, but as a senior I was bullied. I always kept a smile on my face and stayed strong, which led to my joy at GSU now. So, the advice I would tell to myself and my friends was important in that it motivated us to be successful for ourselves. I constantly reminded myself of my strength and determination. I worked hard for myself, and I've grown into an intelligent philanthropist that constantly helps other victims like I was once. I'm so proud that I am here now, even though I thought high school would last forever. I can't wait to become a teacher and help inspire my students the way I was. It shaped me as an individual and I'm very grateful for that. I would tell myself that no matter what, I was, and still am, my compass in life. I shape my own destiny and I'm going to carve out the best future for myself and everyone around me.

Elizabeth, hey, listen here's a few words of advice about being a high school senior and your transition to college. First: GO TO CLASS! I'm sure you know this is very important, but honestly making a habit out of it now will help you in the long run. And going to class in college is very important and it only helps you. Second: Study! Study! Study! You want a social life, and social networks are incredibly distracting, however, social networks will do nothing for you in the future, and your future is based largely on studying. It will help you in a way that you will only understand your first you of college. Three: Live on campus. It helps with all the distractions. At home you are always open to distractions. At a dorm thousands of other people know exactly how important it is to study and this will do more than help. And fourth: Have fun! Education is important but do not let the stress get to you! Take one night off once a month. And relax! Your senior year and college are the best moments of your life! Enjoy! Sincerely, Future You.

First, get out there and sculpt the life you want for yourself. After starting college, I discovered that maintaining a 4.0 GPA was keeping me from taking risks that I needed to take. Once I realized this, I opened up to things that I never could have imagined, including going on a college trip halfway around the world. Secondly, don't be afraid to embrace your passions. During the year and a half that it took me to realize that I had to be a filmmaker, I felt like I was missing out on something. So, I transferred to another school to pursue a degree in filmmaking while continuing to pursue a degree in business. Lastly, don't be so wrapped up in trying to find the right woman for yourself. Your ultimate goal is to be the optimal man that you are meant to be. Women will come looking for you once they see this.

Hey Jamecia! It you at 20. I know i know, its hard to take in. But i just want to have a little chit chat with you. Well actually give you some advice and hope that you take it and use it. One please manage your time as if your life depended on it. Actually your life does depend on it! But be smart and give yourself time to run and errand when you are on your way to class or work so you won't have to spend and get tickets! You can save yourself a lot of money that way. Also speaking of money spend , and save it wisely!! you never know what couold happen in life. And stay observant girl thats a prize talent there.

If I could go back to my senior year of high school, I would advise myself to take school more seriously. In high school I cared about working, friends, and getting by in school. I knew I was smart, but because of that I also knew the bare minimum required to pass classes and move from grade to grade. I would tell myself to look at the friends that I was spending my time with and think about whether or not they had my best interest at heart, and if they would pull me down or support my dreams. There are so many individuals I called friends in high school that I have not talked to in years.If I could go back, I would tell myself that I am so much smarter than I ever thought I was, and only great things can come from working hard. I can’t express how much I’ve amazed myself alone by just trying and setting goals. I would tell myself to take every opportunity that would better my future, and not just let them pass me by. Finally, I would tell myself that I can make a difference in the world.

If I could go back and talk to myself, the first I would say is to take more AP classes and do better on the tests to exempt more classes. Despite receiving financial aid, still apply for more scholarships. This willgive you more spending money for the school year and help pay for the textbooks which cost so much. Lastly, work harder now so that you can get into your first choice school that you applied to instead of Georgia State University. These are the things I would tell myself if I could go back in time to my high school days.

Pay attention in class and manage your time. Your biggest problem will be letting your social life getting in the way of your school work. Study more, but don't completely cut out your social life, just tone it back some.

I would tell myself to be more career focused and study focused. When you compare highschool and college, they are very different. If any student would mentally prepared themselves ahead of time, it would become a lot easier for that student. Also, being career focused always allows the student to have a goal and a desire in mind, which makes the whole college experience a lot easier. If I would have done the above, I would have not waited until the age of 23 to pursue my career of nursing.

Go ahead and attend college early and not wait. Wait to start my family after I have a success carreer to take care of my family. Work and enjoy life and make friends. Other things in the world like clubbing, hanging with friends can wait. Get your business together so you will not have to depend on others for money. You have a career and a good job to support your family.

To be quite literal, if I had the oppurtunity to go back and talk to my high school counselor. I would not say anything for the sole fact that before I attended the university I knew all about what school I was about to be going to and its characteristics. Nothing came as a surprise and I love every second of it.

The first piece of advice I would give to my past self is to develop good study habits early. Waiting until the very last minute to start cramming for an exam or start writing an essay will only lead to frantic, stress-filled all-nighters and a poor grade as a result. Also, I would emphasize the importance of making connections by becoming more outgoing and involving myself in activites and clubs so I can interact with an entirely new group of people instead of sticking to myself. Meeting with my professors outside of class is also a very good idea. In a large setting like Georgia State, professors only remember so much about their students and will be more likely to remember you and more willing to help you out by writing recommendations, suggesting internships or job oppurtunities, etc. Everyone is helpful and friendly for the most part. They won't bite.

I would never give up so easily in my school work and actually start preparing for college sooner than what I did. I would have taken more time to research for programs my school has that can help fund me for my education without taking out the numerous student loans. I would make an imprint in my head to tell myself stay up on my school work so it will not affect my academic standing which severely hurt my standing in financial aid. All in all I would have told myself to be more social and take chances when it comes to my education instead of sitting back and watching everybody else.

Dear Mikala, This is yourself from the future...Something you always wished would come true! Anyways, I would like to give you a little information and knowledge that I have gained since going to school. My one and only piece of advice would be to listen to your heart and do what you feel it is that you need to do. Since deciding on going to Georgia State, I have found that I am so much happier after doing what I wanted to do. Instead of waiting till the last minute on deciding to stay in Georgia rather than leaving for California, make your decision to stay with Mom and help her through her sickness. Your dad will understand...He will still love you. It'll be hard to tell him, but it's the right thing for you. As always, you will work hard...but once again as always, you'll give 110 percent, and you will be its benefits. Trust me. Stay strong, and like your dad always says, "Remember you are a Baza. Hooahhhh!" M.

You will make mistakes, learn from them. You will make new friends, but don't forget tyour old ones. Remember times of finacial crisis when you get the ball rolling again because those lessons will help you to never go back. Make great first impressions. Don't dress lazily. Read ahead of scheduled class time for every class. Just because you can make an easy B without studying or so much as trying doesn't mean you should. Get as much as you can with student fees as possible and that means everything. Don't hesitate to reach out to classmates/instructors for help. Don't take too long deciding on one's major. Study until you fall asleep.

If I could travel back in time to my senior year of high school and impart some collegiate words of wisdom to my 18-year-old self, the advice I would give is simple: college is all about self-discovery and coming-of-age. University students do not feel the same pressures to conform, "fit in" with their peers, or conceal their true natures, like they frequently do throughout high school. In college, it is perfectly acceptable to deviate from the "norm" in order to become the person that you are meant to be. Others typically don't pass judgment upon those, who dare to be different or step outside their comfort zone; in fact, at universities, the freedom to make a bold statement with your personality, opinions, or beliefs is actually embraced. Overall, I would want myself to realize that I have the autonomy to be as quirky, unconventional, or original as I so desire. In high school, the emphasis is largely placed on creating a "popular" mold that everyone should adhere to at the risk of becoming a social outcast; however, in college, people recognize one another's unique perspectives and individual indentities.

If I could go back and talk to myself as a high school senior I would definitely tell myself that I should apply for any scholarship opportunties that came my way. College cost a lot of money and any money is better than no money especially when you dont have to pay it back. I would have also mentioned that I will have plenty of free time and I should use most of it to study. College is not as hard as some make it out to be but being able to have good time management skills is key.

I would make it clear that if I didn't heed my word that it will have devastating consequences to my future. Practices I count as insignificant will add up to the overall character that pours into everything I do in life. Stress the importance of college immediately after graduating and follow in the career path of music and ministry. Work righteously, be frugal with your money and don't complain. Whatever a superior tells you do it without hesitation, cheerfully. Then, do whats expected of you instead of waiting to be told. Don't be ashamed to ask for help and learn how to cook a meal. Give back to what measure you've been given and keep giving. Don't be afraid of confrontation. Learn forgiveness and don't let strife leave from you. Your honesty will gain you favor with all you meet, building credibility. Your social life will follow you as you follow education. When there's a time for action, take action. When there's a time to wait, wait! Don't force a door to open when it's closed. Look for the right woman because she's looking for you. Knowlegde is freedom.

My best advice would be to learn how to manage your time and be committed to your academics. When you are in college, you have a lot of “unsupervised” time. You need to be responsible and make sure assignments are done and tests are studied for before attending the numerous social activities college life offers. In college, you don’t have your parents around to remind you get things done and many professors post assignments/test dates online so it is up to you to get them completed. Professors expect you to care enough about your classes to be prepared without being reminded. It is too easy to get caught up in other things and neglect your classes, but you need to remember why you are in college – to learn. The social life is a bonus and a reward for becoming a responsible young adult.

Dear 2005-2006 Charles, I hope this letter finds you well. I am getting ready to attend Georgia State University when I was given the opportunity. You are about to take a big step in your future career. College and education in genereal are very important for the type of job and the type of person you become. Employers like to interview well educated people and the way they filter to get to those people is by seeing what a person has achieved through schooling. While attending college doesn't seem important after so many years of schooling so far, it is. You need to suck it up and buckle down. Take school serously. Attend class, take notes, study, and try your hardest. Sincerely, 2012 Charles P.S. Apply for more scholarships! School gets expensive.

stay focused and quitting is never an option.