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I think I would tell myself not be in a hurry, learn to slow down. Reconize that you are not responsible for everyone. Try to care more about myself and not try to save the world and neglect self. I went to college at age 33, with two kids. I always tell people my children went to college with me. Before starting your college experience be certain that you know what it is you want to do. Be structured and organized set goals and meet them, checking them off as you go. Take the accomlishment with the disappointments, and learn from them. Never lose sight of who you are and what you want.

If I could go back in time and talk to myself as a senior in high school, I would tell myself to keep on pushing and not give up. I would say to achieve the goals in which that I have and stride for the As and Bs so you have a better chance in having a better education in the future. I would tell myself to keep my head on straight, cancel out the distractions, continue to do the work thoroughly and efficiently, and to succeed in the schooling and future that lies ahead of you.

"Benito", I muttered to my younger self, "Your future shall be hard when you attend college. Leave that common misconception that you have, that college is going to be like High School. For it shall be tougher. So listen to my words, for I do not have much time to repeat myself." My younger self then sat down, he was all ears. "First, sign up for alot of scholarships. The more you sign up for, the more you of a chance you shall get to recieve free money. Next, try to eat healthy in the cafeteria. No do not go on a diet, starving one self and trying to avoid all meat at all times, eat right and smart. And finally, just have fun. Not fun all the time, have fun when time allows it. Allot your time into class, study/homework, work (if you plan to get a job) and fun time. Remember it does not kill to be prepared. With all of this, your first year of college will be a shock, but it will not be as big of a shock as it will get you."

I would have told myself to take advantage of any opportunity given in taking advanced courses to get college credits. Forget about high school sports and focus on school. Not to slack off when it came to school, because I would end up regreting it! Do whatever it took to finish a four year university/college as soon as possible. And to overcome my speech impediment and not be afraid to talk to girls because it will be harder to do it in the future!

If I could go back in time to see myself in high school I?d probably slap myself for not trying as hard in high school. I?d tell myself how hard it really is to be out on your own, and how instead of having just one job and going to school I?d actually have to have three jobs to keep my apartment while going to school. Then eventually have to move back home to save money so I could afford to pay my own way for school. I would also advise myself to listen more to my parents and take the wisdom they were trying to give me in the first place. I would tell myself there?s nothing more important at that point other than my grades, and to try as hard as I could in everything that I do no matter how pointless I thought it was. Finally I would tell myself to hope for the best but plan for the worst in life, because not everything goes the way you plan it. Sometimes you get the worst part of the deal but all you can do is hold your head high and press on.

As a high school senior I was a little skeptical about college and what it had in store for a student like me. I didn't know if it was for me or if i was going to enlist into the military service. But now that I am actually attending college and have gained so much valuable experience. I would tell myself as a high school senior to prepare and take advantage of all resources available for me pertaining college. I would have looked into scholarships a lot more then I had. As well as completing as much extra-curricular activties and volunteer opportunities as possible. But most of all I wish I would have concentrated more a reading and gaining as much knowledge as possible, since having a extensive vocabulary is a major factor in succeeding in college and life itself. More the most part I do not regret much of my high school years. I feel I have accomplished so much as a young man, who is trying to not let a moment pass at the same time maintaining a good list of accomplishments.

Going back in time and giving myself advice would be an interesting experience. I wouldn't want to give him the "run-around" and say things like " Its so hard" or " You have to start studying", because I already expecting these situations. If I had this opportunity, I would tell him advice that he would have never expected. The first of which is, learn how to manage your relationship with a special woman, which will make you single no more on December 6, 2007. I did alright, but I wish I would have been given a heads up. Next, the stock market is going to crash!!!!! Tell our parents to sale, sale, and SALE!!! You will have to get a job and move into a cheaper apartment. You wont be able to get most finacial aid because you are not a minority, your parents aren't poor, and you are not the first in our family to go to college. You will work jobs varying from cleaning laboratorites to extracting venom from snakes! Last, but certainly not least, never let your acedemic guard down. Your grades in your classes can sky-rocket down in an instance. Always do your best!

If I could go back in time, I would tell myself to not slack off in my assignments. Homework always comes first. You will get fuller satisfaction if you do your academic work rather than a night out with friends. I would also tell myself to not put things off until they are due. This is a bad idea. High school could have been stress free from me had I not procrastinated. That is my biggest regret. I would also tell myself to not wait until deadlines to turn in financial aid forms because you get very little money. I know now that I could've done a better job in high school and landed more scholarships had I not been lazy. It's not just about passing your classes and getting a diploma. It's also about being on top and getting into a good school with scholarships raining in left and right. Unfortunately, I was a lazy high school student, but I've learned from my mistakes. Now, I don't go out before finishing my assignments and homework first.

If the opportunity presented itself and allowed me to traverse back in time I know exactly what I would tell my high school self. First of all, and I feel that most importantly, I would let myself know that financially these 4 years would be extremely challenging to meet. I would encourage myself to look for financial opportunities early on. This being said, I would tell myself to apply to any and every scholarship that I qualify for instead of waiting until my junior year in college like I have done. It is also extremely essential to become actively involved in extracurricular groups and participate in community service. I would encourage myself to be more active in high school and take advantage of these opportunities. I would let myself know that forming a good relationship with my professors would also come in handy for future references as well as opportunities with research. Furthermore, I would tell myself to continue being active throughout college. I would advise myself to partake in things that not only pertain to my major, but also things that would encourage me to open up, meet new people, and expand my point of view.

When I was a senior in high school, i did not think much of going to college. Although I knew I was going to go, I did not push myself and was not that excited at first. Then I realized when the time to apply was coming up, I had slacked off for too long. I searched for scholorships, applied for many, but not as much as I should have. I did not win any of them either. After starting college I realized that I can't just "wait and see." I have to take action if I want things to happen. In my first semester of college I learned that I have to put in the work in order to get results. Now I am working harder, looking for more scholorships, and trying my hardest to make the best of my college experience. If I could go back in time and talk to myself as a high school senior, knowing what I know now about college life and making the transition, I would simply tell myself, "Get off your butt and start doing the work now!"