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You are smarter than you know right now, so don't listen to those who say college isn't for you. Get in there and get your degree right out of high school rather than waiting until you're in your 40's. You will learn as you go along that your I.Q. is above average, so learn to trust yourself. College only seems intimidating until you get started. Take the plunge now! Also, when you meet that first husband, RUN!

As a high school senior going into college I would tell myself to be alot more prepared. I only had very few scholarships and I only had enough to get me through the first year of college at IUPUI. I would have been alot smarter with my money and what college when have been the best for me at that time in my life. I should have contiued to apply for scholarships even after I was accepted into the college of my choice. Those are some of things I would have said concerning finances. While living the college life I would have told myself to be alot more focused. I started out excited and very focused, but when things became a little difficult for me I backed off. I didn't use the tutoring that was available and I wasted time trying to hand instead of studying. I would have told myself to be prepared to graduate no matter what the cost, no matter what I had to miss out on, or sacrifices I had to make. I should have stayed focused, because in the end it would have paid off.

I would tell myself to be more focused so that I am better prepared for college education. Spend more time focusing on what you enjoy doing so that picking out your major isn't as hard. Do well on your SAT/ACT's because they do matter and they will get you far in the college schooling selection by giving you more options. Get more involved with the student body. Join a club or play a sport. This will help in your team building skills and social skills. This will help by putting yourself out there more and getting recognized. The most important thing I would tell myself is to not be afraid to ask for help. If you are struggling in a subject or are having troubles in the situation you are in don't be afraid to approach a teacher or a faculty member with the problem. They are there to help you and are always glad to explain the solutions. Not asking for help will get you nowhere and will hurt you in the long haul.

The advice i would give myself would be to take the SAT or ACT.

Through my journey in life and as it continues I have seen a major change in the way the world was and the way it is today. Our needs for today?s world require a two income family. Knowing that the only way to make it in the remainder of my life is for me to get a higher education. My Journey in life has taught me to focus my attention on my family and how precious life is. How important it is to get a good education. I have stressed to my girls that you should have two or more majors in college. You should enjoy what you have when you have it; because it can change right in front of your eyes. The girls and I have experienced this first hand, seeing their dad loose his job. How our life turned upside down. We are blessed that my husband has found temporary work, but as we all know this too shall come to an end. We pray that God will continue to provide help with our financial needs. Don't wait until your world turns upside down. Stay in school reach for the ski and fufill your dreams.

I would tell myself that your GPA does matter. I might want to go into another field some day, and the school will look at my GPA. I would have told myself that Criminal Justice Degree is a waste, and to not pursue it. There is not any money in that field, and if I want to be able to support myself and my child, I need to be in a more lucritive field. Also, I would tell myself to enjoy not having to be responsible, and enjoy all aspects of college. Get to know other people that aren't like myself, I will learn a lot about other people, culture, and the world. Watch out for credit card companies, they lurk around colleges, and kids get into trouble easily.

Never settle for less then the best.

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It will be important for you to manage time. Do not let distractions stop you from being productive. It is best to be productive every day and befor you know it you will recieve many benifits. Remember that it is important to ask questions and to always think critical. Do not be self-centered, do not judge anyone, and love all.

Future Self: Hey you! I know you may not believe me, but don't wait a semester to join the Army. Join as soon as you graduate high school! High school senior: What!? Are you kidding me? ME? In the Army? Future Self: Hey man, joining the Army was the best experience that we ever had. It opens our eyes up to the world. We experience several different cultures and see just as many different countries. You experience situations that some people can never dream of... High school senior: Dream of? I can dream some pretty big things... Future Self: It also helped to pay your way through college. Let me say that again, you were paid for school. Somebody else actually paid you to attend school. High school senior: Wow, that does sound pretty sweet. Future Self: Plus free hair cuts! High school senior: What!? I like my hair.