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I would tell my high school self not to worry. College is great, and nothing like high school. Teachers are much more supportive and reasonable, and they want you to learn. Other students are much more respectful and care about their education as you do. There is no reason to worry about college, because it is going to be enjoyable and the best part of life.

What would I tell my high school self? Be brave, go to college, take advantage of the benefits and financial support your parents are willing to give you; you never know what is around the corner. While I understand that you want to be a flight attendant; and that would be an awesome career, you still need a college education to fall back on if you should ever lose your job. College can be fun and you deserve to go and realize that you are smarter than you think and give yourself credit for. Live life to the fullest now, thinking you can go to college later (if you need it) will be tough, think of having a family to raise and support and try attending college nearly full-time, it's going to be tough, be selfish now when you don't have all the added responsibility and stress. Relax and enjoy you'll do awesome.

If I could go back and talk to my high school self I would tell myself to fight harder for a better education. I didn't go to a school where students were motivated. I had tried to save up to go to a better high school, but my parents had said no. I now wish I had fought harder for that education. It would have allowed me so many more opportunities, and made me think harder about the school I belonged at. It took me a while to find the University that was right for me as well, but this wouldn't have happened if I had recognized the difference the school really can make at a younger age.

If I could go back in time and talk to myself as a high school senior I would give a couple to do and what not to do advices to myself. One of the advices I would have probably given to myself is to do everything on time and never wait the last minute. Another advice would probably be to study all the lessons that was learned in class and for exams, or even quizes. Lastly, to always get a good eight hours of sleep every night.

Dear past self and future college students, college is a time unlike any other in your life. Going to college is a great way to find you. This is a really difficult age and time for most people and (though you won't believe it) most people struggle with self-esteem issues at this time of life particularly. No-one (and I mean no-one!) is as confident as they seem - most people just learn to act confident and this itself helps to give you confidence. Please have faith in yourself! You will come across question as to what you like and whether or not you're ready for the college life. But when you get to college or wherever you choose, take a deep breath, hold your head up and take it slow because everything is a growing process where you get to learn. College life helps expands your horizons, and makes you a better-rounded person. This will not be easy, but practice makes perfect. And smile, it will make you look and feel more confident. Two tips to follow avoid procrastination and get passionate about something. I wish you all the luck-sincerely yours Gerrey C.

I would tell my high school self not to worry so much that there is a lot of time ahead. I felt like I needed to know right away everything that my future would hold and I got overwhelmed and did nothing instead. I would tell my high school self that it is ok to go at your own pace and not to compare your beginning to someone else's end. You start when you start and rushing will not help you get where you want to be. Focus, dedication, passion and respect are the only things that you need to worry about in terms of a college education. Respect yourself enough to allow yourself the time to really learn the material and take advantage of all of the support and resources that are available to you. Your education should be about pleasing yourself, no one else. Great grades look nice on paper but it is more important that you are unable to apply what you have learned to the real world. There is no shame in asking for help or seeking academic support for something that you do not understand.

College is where you take your mistakes and learn from them...it is best to be truthful rather then take the easy way out. College is where you make lifelong friends and acquire career coaches. Here there is no color...because color is not what defines the person, the integrity of the school promotes the atmosphere that allows us to live , breath and learn. College is where we put away simple things and begin to understand that yes...life does continue and we are here as either the salt that leaves a not so pleasent taste or the salt that makes everything taste the way it should. Here, the shutters that our parents once used to protect us have served their purpose and we must now seek and find our own way. Yes, we are still able to reach back for that loving, akward smile from our parents, but they too must release the hand that they once held so dear, so that we can soar....

If I could go back I would tell myself don't lose sight of your goals and what you’re fighting for during your first year. You are going to have everything thrown at you and at points people are going to try break you down but you have to remember to stay strong and not let anyone get to you. I am a very religious person and I believe that the devil is always testing us throwing little things at us to drive us in the wrong direction and away from our goals. However, I know that even though the devil will throw those little things at you, it could be as small as a bad grade on a paper or a fight with a roommate or as big not knowing how you’re going to pay for your next semester. There is always a way just always remember to pray and surround yourself with the people you love that can help you through the hard times. You will come out on the other end a smarter, more mature, intelligent young woman who will graduate from college.

If I could go back in time and talk to myself as a high school senior I would tell myself to get it together. I would make sure that I understood that planning a future is much more important that making plans for the weeked. I would remind myself how amazing I am and to beleive in myself and my talents. I would tell myself to study harder and work less. I would make myself more of a priority than my friends. If I could go back in time and talk to myself as a high school senior I would tell myself that it is alright to be scared of going to school and that new experiences are what makes you grow. I would tell the high school me that she will find herself and her purpose, just give it some time. I would tell her to not waste a single second of her beautiful life.

In high school, I had tunnel vision. I thought my world revolved around what college was going to attend and my major. I thought that these ever crucial decisions would follow me for the rest of my life and sculpt what my future. I felt a lot of pressure from my parents and peers to go to well-known universities. I remember having to lie about a major because I was embarrassed that I did not know what I wanted to do. Attending college has opened my eyes. I no longer think my future is defined by my major or a college; I see my future as a realm of endless possibilities. This time, college, is for me to explore, learn, and become the person I am meant to be. I am proud to attend my small, private school, Mt. Mary University, with a major in Art Therapy. I did not know this was even a career before I came here. In high school, I wish I could have told myself that being intelligent and going to a prestigious college for a notable career, isn’t what would make me happy. The future is fickle; I need to be myself.

Register for college right away. Don't take time off because you will continue to make excuses to delay going to college. The longer you wait the more information you lose. Remember to be confident and know that you can do anything you put your mind to. Many times during college you will want to give up because it gets hard, but don't. There wont be anyone hunting you down if you didnt come to class, or punishing you for not doing your homework. You are on your own now and it's important to take that seriously. Nothing worthwhile comes easy in life. It's a time that you will find yourself and you will grow into your own person. Don't work too much, you may struggle; and probably won't be able to buy that cute purse you've been eyeing. Remember, your grades are more important than the size of your paycheck. Realize that getting into the nursing program isn't the hard part because once you make it in you can lose your spot in the blink of an eye if you don't take it seriously. Most importantly remember you can do it!

Paige, Think carefully about your major. When deciding what to do for the rest of your life, it should be about more than just money. Pick something you will enjoy, because switching majors is a waste of time and money. Research your options, and really think carefully.

I would have to give myself, start learning time management skills. When you get in college you will need to know how to balance everything that you put on your plate weather it be having a family and school. Or if it's school work and family. You need to have this key skill to have a successful college career. I would also have to go with a good study flow, you will learn that everyone is not on the right pace, so you have to find a way to study that's good for you. And never put things off at the last meet. I have learn not to do a paper at the last mintue and get a bad grade because i didn't make a rough draft in the begin with.

I would tell myself to go for any university/college I want to go to. Preferably a school where I could meet new interesting and diverse people. With so many diverse people here and there, I get to jump out of my own comfort zone and commuciate with confidence to stand up for myself whenever needed. It's a great opportunity for further education. Sky is the limit! With the knowledge earned I would be able to go back to my home and help in a way I could. Basically what I'm trying to say is that, un iversity/college is always huge term when it comes to a good quality of education, choice, cost ,convenience, career and character developement. But this shouldn't stop one from going to that dream school. We should be able to choose any college,that we have an interest in. College is very important as being said, and with college, comes knowledge, with knowledge, come great leaders who wil lead our country better in the future! College is a challenge given that I'm willing to take. It is a struggle today but a prize tomorrow...

Dear 18 year old Tjuana: When seeking direction in life, ask god first, wait on the lord to help you along your path. Keep patience while focusing on goals, change never happens overnight. Dont be afraid to move forward with goals even if the picture isn't clear because life is filled with lessons no matter how much you fall, eventually everything works out when it suppose to happen. Don't be afraid to ask for help and make mistakes, you learn from people and mistakes. Before major decisions, pray about it and be confident in prayer and in faith. Always, surround yourself with motivating, loving, spirtual people who genuinely want the best for you. Life will never be easy, but its your commitment that will devlop perserverence.

If I would of known that it was going to take me this much to finish college I would of started college since I graduated from high school. It took me two years to start college. There were many reasons but the main ones was that I was working three jobs to save money for college. Second I did not want to go to college. Now Im twenty-five years old and, I regret not starting college right away. Another advice would be to go full time instead of part time.

I would tell myself that I should have applied myself more in high school. In my senior year of high school I was eager to be finished with school. I did attend a technical college for two years and did not finish. Knowing what I know now, I would have told myself to apply in a four year program and go for what I really wanted to go for in the first place. Now, ten years later, I can't help but think that I could have been done with school. I could have been excelling in my dream career. I could be living more comfortable at this point. I also would have told myself that it would have been an eaisier transition to go to a four year college right after high school instead of waiting ten years. I am capable of anything if I put my mind to it. Now that I have decided that this is my path, I have heavy obstacles in my way. I have a husband and two wonderful children which I wouldn't trade for the world. It makes going to college a definite challenge. I can achieve this goal.

The advice I would give to my past self would be that things will happen, and you may want to give up because you think you are not strong enough to handle them, but you are strong enough to handle anything. I say this because my mom has battled a brain tumor and breast cancer all in the last four years. I would tell myself that dealing with serious illnesses with someone so close to you will be extremely stressful, and it will set you back, but the moments you have with family and friends have to be cherished. Never lose sight of getting your degree. Although you will have to take time off to focus on your mom, no matter how long it takes, as long as you reach getting your degree you will have succeeded. You will experience so many new things and meet so many great people along the way that all your struggles will be worth it. Your mom beats the brain tumor and breast cancer, and things get better. Because of all this you will choose a healthcare major so you can help other families just like yours. I believe in you. Good luck!

As a high school senior, I had my life all planned out. I knew what I wanted to do and where I wanted to go before I even started my senior year. If I could go back and give myself advice, I would say, "Don't be afraid to speak up on the first day." In high school, I knew a lot of my classmates and teachers before the class started, so I was not shy at all. However, in college, I didn't know anybody in the majority of my classes, so I needed to make myself be heard and seen in order to help make my tiem in that course worthwhile.

Through all adversity, never give up because there is so much more to life than what you see in front of you. Dreams do come true, you just have to believe and work hard. Everything will be alright.