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If i could go back in time and talk to myself i would hit myself in the back of my head. I would do this because i want myself to wake up. my senior i just focused on getting good grades instead of looking for scholarships. I was in a this group called Latino Achievers that helped me get ready for college. of course i had to also help with this but i didn't. I applied to the colleges i wanted to attended. So the advice i would tell myself is to start looking for scholarship. to talk and open myself more to people which is necessarily in college. their is not to worry about going to college because it will help you in return. college will open doors that bring good things to you. last but not least i will also tell myself to stop being lazy and do what you have to do. Nobody is going to be checking on you if you are doing your work. you have to grow up and take responablity of your actions.

I would tell myself to definitely pursue more scholarship opportunities because college is expensive. Constantly stressing about money the first semester effects grades, and bad grades mean you fail. As to the transition, I would tell myself to be open to meeting new people. College can become lonely if you don't have any friends.

The key piece of advice I would give myself about college life is to stop being so worried about everything. The anxiety is not going to help the experience, but hinder it. Being nervous and a little scared about making the transition is a natural thing to experience ,but do not overdo it owing to the fact that everybody is going through the same thing. Speaking of everybody and people, do not be afraid of talking to them just because you do not know them. The best way of making new friends is to be open, friendly, kind, and respectful. These characteristics will let you get in further life than being a mean grouch and should not be restricted to friends, but everybody you meet in life. Another thing I would like to mention is to not spend your be your overwhelmed and agonized over your your homework and tests: it is what it is, so just do it. You will do well in some classes and badly in others. This just means that it will require more effort on your part. My last piece of friendly advice would be to have some "me time" and relax.

Knowing what I know now about college life and making the transition, I would go back and tell my high school self to be focused and take every course extremely serious. I would make sure I know that my education will prepare me for the future because as advanced as society is becoming, I am expected to be knowledgeable in the working world. My success relies on my education, and throughout the years I must perform as a scholarly student and apply progressing devotion each semester to my academics. The most important factor is GPA because that determines financial aid. During my current college experiences everything has reflected back to financial aid, and for me to continue my education I must be able to afford it. It has been a struggle to be successful in college because I continuously worry about tuition payments. I currently work extremely hard not only at school, but at a job that contributes to my tuition. I do believe that if I did not have to devote as much time to work and worry that I would have a much better performance in college. Start the devotion in highschool and it'll reflect in college!

Me 2013: Hey Ariel Me 2009: You look like me...Umm am I dreaming or something...? Me 2013: Yes I look like you and no you're not dreaming. That's besides the point. Listen, there are some things you need to know about college. Trust God in every situation, don't date anyone until you graduate, go to more sports games, don't take no for a real answer, come out of your shy shell, start praying now for parking- Me 2009: Wait a minute, how do you know all this stuff? Me 2013: *sighs* Kid, I've been there.

You may think school is tough now and that college is going to be tougher, but you are better off doing it now then when you are alone raising 2 kids, working and going to school. Right now your life is easier and carefree, but also full of great opportunities that will help you grow into the wonderful woman that I know that you will be. Go to school, live life to the fullest, and regret nothing. Love, THE OLDER YOU

If I could go back in time and talk to myself as a high school senior, I would have alot to say. I would tell myself to take each day at a time. Time is precious and it goes by within a blink of an eye. 4 years will go by very fast so have fun. Express yourself and your feelings. Dont be worried about what other people think. I would tell myself to stay focused on my grades and study. I wish my high school grades were better. I would tell myself that friends are not that important, my education is. The final thing I would tell myself is to believe in myself more. You will be surprised at how much you can achieve if you just have faith. I would love to go back in time and tell myself these things. It would make me a better and stronger person.

Dear Leslie 2011, Today you are frustrated and lonely walking the halls of your cold, dreary, soon-to-be alma mater. You think to yourself, how can you understand, my parents have me living there version of a happy life with their separate spouses and children. My lack of test taking skill will not take me to the college of my dreams. Plus, I don't have enough money to go anywhere far away. Again you try to tell me through the page, "My dreams of leaving this place and creating MY life in a plac far away, that sems like a fairytale in reality." Girl, think again. Cinderella once said something very wise, " A dream is a wish your heart makes." and your dreams will come true if you keep pressing onward toward your goals. I urged you to never give up the search for the "Dream School" because it's out there. Don't be afraid to dream, because if you look for your dreams in everyday life, soon they will become a reality. What I am trying to say is best stated in the movie "Tangled", "Go, live you dream." because soon it will become a reality.

I would first tell myself to keep working hard and doing my best and to not slack off with the given senioritis that comes along during this time. Even though working hard and doing well is important i'd want myself to know that it's ok to take a break and have some fun every now and then but not to overdo it. Here would be the best time for practice self-discipline and time management. As far as the college experience I would inform myself to start looking and applying for any and every scholarship and grant availabe as soon as possible. One of the last things I would say is to not stress too much over the idea of college because it's not as bad once you're here. You only think it will be from all the views shown in movies and tv shows for the most part. Maybe a few college slackers fit in that category as well. So work hard, do your best, manage time, don't stress and have a good time. Enjoy your current life and get ready for the future one.

Being a college student has taught me a lot. I definitely underestimated the toughness being a college student. If i could go back in time, I would give myself the advice of working harder and developing a habbit of working hard. It is very important that a student works hard in college.