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If I could go back in time, I would tell myself to think about what I really wanted to do with the rest of my life and not waste money on classes I will not need. I would tell myself to take college seriously and not to slack off, ask for help if I need it, go to open labs, etc. I would tell myself to prioritize myself first comes school, work, and then all the fun stuff. I would tell myself to not let life knock me down or demotivate me from achieving the goals I have set up for myself, and not let harships get in my either.

Don't be in a rush to get a job, but make sure you have your money for school and your pocket money in order. Also don't be afraid to talk to other poeple including potential chefs that you may work for and find out information about the industry. Be on time to class everyday and take great notes. Have fun, but know when it's time to study. Keep all your things in it's place as well as mentally and you will be in great shape for the future.

I would tell myself that college is far more demanding than high school. You need to break the habit of procrastination (luckily I did) and focus less on video games. I would also tell myself not to miss any classes if possible, it isn't like high school. I missed many days in high school because I didn't want to go or knew I could get away with it and still get the grade. However, college is different and missing one class means a lot of information gone. This information is typically on the next test and losing participation points for that day could mean the difference between a letter grade. Beyond the acadmic side of things, I would encourage my high school self to fill out more scholarship applications. I could have done a lot more to further my financial aid than I was doing in high school. I didn't get serious about scholarships till the last few months of my senior year. I would also push myself to get involved in at least one more after school activity, perhaps tutoring students who were having trouble.

If I could go back to my senior year in high school I would start off telling myself to take things serious, stop hanging out with people that are only going to hold me back when going to school. I would also talk myself into going to the college in New York; I would say it would be okay to move away that my family would have supported my choice to move so far away to better my schooling. I would tell myself I needed to move away and be responsible enough to start and finish school at one of the top culinary schools in the US. I would make sure I knew it was ok to have fun and take school serious at the same time.

I would advise myself to stay motivated and push myself to make excellent grades. Also, start being more responsible and independent and plan early for college, such as gathering information about schools and apply for scholarships,.

I would tell myself to choose the university that I had wanted to go to in the first place. That to not stay in the city because it was what everyone else was doing because it would be "cheaper". That I would have plenty of money from scholarships and stuff that I wouldn't need to worry about anything. That I need to not listen to what other people say about colleges.

I would have done alot better in school and gotten scholarships to help with school. I would have also payed a lot more attention to all of my english classes, and papers I had to write.

I would tell myself that your higher education is what you make of it not what you expect it to be. Its time to buckle down and do what is neccessary to maintain and be prepared for when you enter college. There is a time to be serious and there is a time to have fun be able to differentiate between the two and know which should be used. Always ask for help when needed even if that means putting your pride aside it will benefit you more in the end. Go into everything you do with an open mind and a humbling spirit it will carry you far.

Going back to high school I would tell myself to try harder. I was the definition of a student who coasted by until graduation. My thoughts were that as long as I passed the assignment then that's all I needed. I would share my desire for the best grade possible and the blissful feeling that comes with being on the deans list. One of the biggest senior issues I would handle with myself would be deciding a college major. Being in college for about two years I have come to realize how harmless being 'undecided' is. I would explain to myself how the college schedule actually worked. Basically for three semesters I took super generalized classes. By the time I had an idea of what I wanted to do I just transfered my credits and dove in. Lastly I would express how powerful education could be and that I have young cousins looking up to me. Just find yourself and what you love and then learn everything you can about it.

If I could go back to my senior year in high school I would have dedicated more time to studying and getting more involved in student activities around school. I would be more focused, determined, and mature about a lot of things I did in high school. Also, I would have learned better time management skills. I did a pretty good job in high as far as grades I always made Honor Roll, but the childish behavior I would have changed. College is serious, and totally different from high school you have to be more mature and find balance.

Going back to a 12th grade immature me I would have to say this. There is nothing in life that you can't do. ABSOLUTELY NOTHING. It is amazing how far you can come with something if you at least give it a try. You need to find out what you love and run with it. I couldn't draw a stick figure in high school, but I loved art. I 'tried' drawing the simplest of things because more than anything I wanted to be an artist. Now I draw portraits. I would have never have accomplished it if I never tried though. Knowing that I wasn't going to be amazing in the beginning, I still put everything into learning technique. When I got that I ran with it. Graphic Design is my game now and I am in love. When you're in love like that going to school and work is never pain or a struggle. If you want something in this life there are ways to grab it. You need determination first followed by patience and you'll be golden. Just find something you love. P.S. Always give 110{4a082faed443b016e84c6ea63012b481c58f64867aa2dc62fff66e22ad7dff6c} (it pays the big bucks.)

i would tell myself "don`t wait" get into college as fast as you can and get a degree. the more education you have the better it will be in the long run!

As a high schoo senior, I was unsure of what my future held. I was going in a direction completely opposite of my current profession. My passion for baking was in the back of my mind and growing in my heart, but I took the route of attending a University that both my older siblings attended- I thought it was the only way to go. After my first year at the University of Kentucky, I stood back and looked at my first year, there was something missing. I was missing the whole picture, completely. I was sutdying to become something that held no interest for me, it just made a lot of money. The passion and soul was lost. As do many indiviuals experience, the right answer came to me, randomly, as I was standing in front of a bakery window (because this happens so often). I knew what I had to do; I had to follow my dream, regardless of how much money I would make. Happiness in life is so much more important than any sum of money. I would tell myself as a senior, to follow your heart and pursue the career that will fulfill your soul.

With the knowledge I have now, I would tell my high school self to put the best effort possible into all assignments and to study until I have a firm grasp of the material. I would say that if I want to get into a good college, with enough financial to get me through, I need to have the best grades I can muster. The main thing to keep in mind is to stay focused and confident, and to put in the effort necessary to understand what I'm learning and obtain good grades. This wouldn't be enough advice, though. I'd look on myself and see how depressed and self-hating I was. The most important advice I would give myself is this: it doesn't matter what other people think of you. Be yourself and believe in yourself, because what everyone else thinks doesn't matter. Only you can keep yourself on track, and only you know what your dreams are. Be the creator of your own life, and make it your masterpiece. Fall in love with the world, and let this love give you the energy you need to move forward.

There are so many things I would do differently. I would have told myself that college is extremely important and I need to get it done and do my best. Being that I am 40 now and going to school, things would have been a whole lot easier in my life had I have gotten my education done after high school.

I can sum up the advice I'd give to myself in 3 words: do your research. When I entered college, I did not do my research. I did not research my interests nor did I research colleges. I chose to go to the nearest University to my family and chose the major that I thought would most please my famiy, not neccessarily please myself. What I learned from that choice of action is that you won't end up happy and remaining driven and dedicatied to your school work will progressivly become harder with each semester. Once I reached my breaking point, I decided to finally do my research and explore my interests and find career choices that would best fit those interests. I ended up discoving my passion, confidence, drive, and ultimately myself. Through this experience, I also learned not to be afraid to do what you love and to not make career decisions solely on what your family expects or how much money you can make. Although, if you do your research I truly believe you can find opportunities that will allow you to reach all of your goals, even your salary goals, and still be happy.

I am a single mother of a two year old boy. Before he came along, my life was in turmoil. Now that he is here, I want to give my son everything that he needs and some of the things that he wants. My education so far consists of a GED. Jobs are scarce with an education,and even worse without one. The only way to have a chance to provide for my son is to get an education and make something of myself. My college experience so far has been wonderful. I have great instructor's who make sure I understand the material. That has been what has impressed me the most. I'm sure I couldn't have gotten the grades I did without their dedication. Attending college has been valuable in the way that I now have a better view of myself and it has shot my self esteem straight up through the roof. When I decided to go back to school, I made the best decision of my life. I want to thank you for your time and consideration.

In college, I have gotten an education that will be valuable in the future. I know that by obtaining a Bachelor's Degree I will be able to get closer to my dream job doing what I love. An education is something that cannot be replaced, but that can only help those of us wishing to advance our careers. A college experience is something that I will not only value for the rest of my life, but will make sure that is available to my children so that they can do the same.

I was out of school for almost twenty years and upon returning found myself more focused and better geared to understand my classmates differences and attributes. My college experience has been good academically because life experience has shown me what I want out of life which is far better motivator than what I felt I needed.

Cooking, knife skills, santation and the ingredients to become a great chef.