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If I could go back in time as a high school senior and talk to myself I would tell myself to prepare early. I would tell myself to begin studying for the ACT in my Sophmore year so that I would feel more comfortable with it and take it at least three or four times. I would tell myself that I should begin looking for scolarships early on. I would also tell myself to continue to be dedicated to my studies and work hard but to also enjoy the time left I had in High School because it is an exciting time and it passes quickly.

I would tell myself to forget the parties, forget what you have heard, be yourself dont try to change. The one and only thing you need to focus on is school. When i told my family and friends i was going to Radford all i heard where these stories of parties and how much fun it is so when i came i assumed thats what my life needed to be but i was wrong. I spent so much time trying to change and be that kind of person i forgot about my academics. I would advice myself to just focus on school because im not here to party i have my whole life to do that, but these four short years are for education and they will set the tone for the rest of my life. I would tell my self to succeed here and play later.

I wish that I could have been more social with my friends. I would tell myself that there is more to do and explore, rather than studying and looking into the books. There is a whole lot of things to learn and do on your own, but there are guidance on the way. Not everyone actually follows after their "dream career/job" path, you may change it few times after spending time studying at college. There are lot of supports and guidances on campus that are available to help you guide on the path of what you want to do with your life. This is the point where you "grow-up" and learn about the world and the society, Especially with learning about independence, financials, and life.

I would tell myself as a high school senior to work harder towards figuring out what I wanted to peruse for the rest of my life. Now that I know I would like to be an Art Education major I would apply to as many scholarships as possible to reach my goal of attending Radford University. As a senior not knowing anything about college, it would be important to tell myself that I am now eighteen and an independent person who needs to make intelligent decisions about my life and how I want to live it. Another important topic I would bring up is that going to college is going to be a challenge, it is going to be hard being by myself in a new environment and it takes time to adjust. Branching out to people is one of the most important things to do because everyone is in the same boat and you should not be afraid to make new friends and new memories. Overall, I am still learning new things everyday about my school as well as myself while enjoying each and every moment.

There have been many times when I have wanted to go back in time and tell myself about what is ahead. I personally would not tell myself anything. I wouldn't even want to go back in time. If I were to go back in time and tell myself about college and warn myself about what is ahead, I would not be the same person I am today. If I had told myself to not go out and party because I was going to get arrested I wouldn't be a walking christian and one of the few students that don't go out and party anymore. If I had no choice about going back in time, and I had to, I would warn myself about the temptations about college. I would tell myself to not procrastinate. I would also tell myself to watch what I do, and not give into temptation. College is where they say "experience everything", since you can say, "well I did it in college." When you do something shouldn't matter. You just need to know that what ever you do, its going to stay with you for the rest of your life.

This is very common but I kindof wish I would have done better. Speaking on grades, attendence, and not taking my times on things. That meaning I wish I would have done scholorships when I was in high school instead of going out and just thinking about happiness in the moment and not about my my life in the long run. Something else is just do not apply and go to the first one you get accepted to go love at the college, see your varieties, and there will be that one you will fall in love with. Set better goals. Also last but not least, be smart with your money don't spend your money on the latest fashion, if you an option of buying and not because it isn't a need do not buy it. Nothings free and as much money you can say up in high school do so, because your going to see there's times where even trying to have a nice social life you go out with friends and spend money. It's a big transition and I learned alot and going back in time was actually the biggest wish this first semester.

If I could go back in time to when I was a high school senior, I would tell myself to not stress so much! Don't worry about whether you will make it through college and how scary or different the atmosphere will be. You WILL make it, I know you can. And college is a blast! You will meet tons of new friends, and get a great education in your passion (Criminal Justice). Just make sure to keep up your hard work ethic, don't give up, study hard, and be the best student you can.

I would tell myself that college is definitely not cheap and that I should try to apply for as many scholarships as possible in order to help pay for my college tuition. Making the mistake of not doing this was a very bad decision and college is extremely expensive. I would also tell myself that college is not easy and that studying is a must and it is very important to study in order to pass all our your classes. Thinking that you can just breeze by the classes by just attending and paying attention and taking notes will get you an "A" then you are wrong. Also that college is only for a short period of time in your life so enjoy it and work as hard as you can to make the best grades as you can to become successful in life.

If I could go back in time and talk to myself about college I would tell myself to stop thinking about what's impossible and start thinking about what is possible. I would tell myself that college is possible. It is not out of reach for me and it is something I could achieve with hard work. I would tell myself to meet with a college counselor to help open the door in searching for the right career. I would tell myself that I am capable for this achievement and I can become successful. I would also tell myself to apply for scholarships and seek financial help instead of closing the door to thinking it was possible and something I could afford. I would tell myself to seek different avenues available and explore the many different colleges to find the college that fits my career choice and finances. Lastly, I would tell myself that an education is something that no one can take from you. It is something you will benefit from for the rest of your life.

I would encourage myself to spend more time thinking about what I truely wanted to become, what goals I had for my life, and what I was going to do to acheive those goals. I think that while I did know the sacrifice and dedication it took to attend college and succeed, mostly because my mom was a full time student also working full time, I didn't think I could succeed. I would reassure myself that it's so much easier to live on campus and put all my time and effort into bettering me and laying the foundation for a lifetime career. While I am proud to be a single mother working, attending college, and raising my daughter I know this would have been alot easier when I was younger. I would encourage myself to take the basic courses and research all the available majors until I found what was perfect for me. And lastly, I would remind myself that it's never to early or too late to change my path and become the individual I was meant to be.