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I would tell my high school self to buckle down and get prepared for a roller coaster ride. The next four years define how you early adult life will be financially. Choose a positive career path that will not only help the community you live in, but also pave the way to great financial stability to provide for a family one day.

The best advice I could give my highschool self would be to get involved. Combining your school world and your social world will help you to stay on task and motivate you to finish. Secondly, not attending class is not dropping you must see an advisor or you will flunk!!

I wish I could tell my younger self to start studying and to search for more scholarships early. I really made college hard on myself by not studying in high school. Not only did I not know how to study, but coming out of high school I felt very confident in my learning ability so I took extra hard classes that I need the studying skills for even more. I also wish I had searched for and applyed for more scholarships when I was still in high school. I got a late start when I was a senior and because of that I am having to take out multiple loans just to be able to stay in class.

Just stay focused

I would tell myself to defer my enrollment into college for a year, then find a job and learn to wake up regularly. I'd suggest learning how to fit in time per week and day in order to get things done in a timely fashion. I would also tell myself to stop drinking coffee and get used to waking up on a regular basis.

I would tell myself to buckle down and focus on school. I didn't plan on attending college after high school and that was a stupid mistake. I'd help myself learn the right way to study and give myself a pep talk when it came to acting on stage. Don't worry so much abotu mainstage theatre and just focus on harning my craft. I'd also tell myself to looking to spelling because If I know myself (and I do), I'm not the best speller. I'd tell myself to spend more time with my girlfriend's dad because I wouldnt have expected him to die so soon. I'd make myself go get him checked for cancer to make sure that we could catch it sooner. I would've encouraged myself not to stay at my job as long as I did and go out and experince life as a kid just a little bit longer. I can't say excatly what I wouldve said to younger me because no matter how bad I'd like to, I Can't rewind the clock and right all my wrongs. i dont know If I'd want to.

If I could go back in time and talk to myself as a high school senior, my life would be drastically different today. I would most likely begin by stressing how important it is to do well in those early classes so that I can hold on to my scholarships for as long as possible. I would tell myself to pursue substitute teaching as a means of making money as soon as possible. Also, I would tell myself to pursue a general degree in biology with a minor in education, as opposed to a pre-medical biology degree. This way I could conserve resources, get a jump start with classes relevant to my career, and have an interesting minor to fall back on if necessary. I would tell myself that Greek life should be avoided until junior year and then fully embraced. I would tell myself about some of the better apartment complexes in the area and warn myself fervently to avoid “’Centennial Court Apartments”. Finally, I would explain which classes to pursue and warn myself to take Calculus at a junior college over the summer.

If I had the opportunity to go back in time about a year ago today, I would be a senior in high school taking four AP Classes, dancing on two dance teams, and working at the Jack in the Box down the street. First, I would tell my younger self to be more assertive and tell my boss that the thrity five hours a week is really hurting my grades. I would also use that assertiveness and confidence that I had when I danced to stop putting all of my college needs off to the last minute because now I don't enjoy not having housing and having to drive thrity minutes everyday to campus. Next, I would tell my senior self to study a lot more and stop procractinating and hoping that the teacher will give you an extension because you were at work the night before. I would tell my senior self to stop letting people walk over you so that you can fit in and have friends. You should use the confidence that you have performing on stage, because that confidence is what you need to project every day you walk in that school and into class.

If I could go back in time and talk to myself as a high school senior I would have definitely told myself to try a lot harder to finish strong in my senior year. I would have told myself not to let my friends get in the way of my education and to apply to an enormous amount of different schools just to see what was out there for me. Also, I would have told myself what to expect from college and how much different it is than high school. I would take the time to educate myself more about how college works from tuition, to books, to housing, and everything in between since there was no one back then to tell me all those things. Last but not least, I would tell myself to not be scared of going away to college because it is a lot more fun and exciting than I ever imagnined it would be. It would also serve as a lesson to not be scared of change, especially when it would benefit me in such a great way like college does.

I would say to my senior self to not be afraid to push my own boundaries. If I am out of my comfort zone but doing something that improves my individuality, skills, or understanding of the way the world works, then I am doing something right. Coming out of high school I had the drive to do anything similar to taking over the world but I lacked the ability to be brave enough to go out and explore the world other than from behind my computer screen. Realistically I wanted to study abroad, volunteer for organizations and learn new life skills. I would tell my self to plan a few weeks ahead to make sure I have a plan for the summer and breaks so I wouldn't be dissapointed at my accomplishments. This would help me transition into college life because I would be prepared to handle the plethora of resume builders. Along with coursework, it's hard to dedicate your time to activities that will help build your individuality- an important aspect upon graduation. Now I am a junior suffering from torschlusspanik, the German word for fear that time is running out and important opportunities are slipping away.

If I could give myself advice going through the transition from high school to college, I would say do not try to be friends with everyone you see on social media. You will most likely not see all those people you added and follow on social media during the actual school year who is not the same major as you. Dorian you will NOT have time to party and go out a lot. You are in college for a reason and will have a job and be practicing a lot to even think about party. I would definitely tell myself that in the future you will not have time to join every club you find! Your school schedule and work schedule will make you really busy! Get your prorities straight first Dorian, before thinking of working out or shopping. Do not proscranite on an extra credit project! The earlier you get the work done, the less stress you will have. Do not be afraid to talk to people to make a study group, because there are others trying to do their best and wouldn't mind studying with someone.

If I was able to talk to myself as a high school senior I would say, "don't worry, things get better". A lot of my time I spent swimming upstream. I concluded that in order for me to be successfull I had to fight daily. As I matured and was exposed to more I see that everything does not have to be a fight. If I stand in confidence knowing that I am walking in the right direction the universe will rise up to meet me. It is not my strength or talent or intellectualism it is about my values. If a person continues to improve him or herself and adhere to values that are important then success will come.

I wish I had known how much money it would take to be in college. I knew I would be in debt, but I never knew I would be in this much debt. I would have saved more money to help pay for everything. I would have loved to know more about my classes in college and to know what my classes were like. I also would have wished that I knew about time in college. You have more time to study in college and you have to learn how to provide for yourself as well. I would try my hardest to learn the material that I need to know for my major. I would tell myself that I'm going to be a mechanical engineer and that I won't know what is going to happen next but I should stay faithful. Study hard when you get to college. Make time for friends, but don't go over time with your friends. Try hard to find a job so you can have some money to pay for college. Don't let people mislead you. Keep making friends and have study groups.

To my senior self, do not fret. The future looms ahead and may be frightening and new, but it is also everything that you have worked so hard for. Be calm. Do not worry about making friends, because you will. Join clubs that interest you, meet like-minded people, and get involved. The rest will fall into place. Cliched as it might seem, study young one. This is not a new concept and the need for its use will not disappear as you change learning institutions. Getting into college was only the beginning, a foot in the door, the first lines of an epic novel; you have much farther to go. So study, work hard, persevere not only for the grades, for the prospects of graduate school, but for the sake of learning, for bettering yourself, and for gaining the tools that will guide you in the professional life that is your ultimate goal. Keep in mind that college is more than just a means to an end, but an experience that will shape you not only academically, but in the way that you view the world and the way that you want to participate in it.

If I could go back in time and talk to myslef as a highschool senior, I would tell myself "sit down once a week and think about what I want out of life. Think about life and how college ties into it. College allows a person to have more opportunities in many different ways. You can be anything you want to be as long as you are hard working and patient. When you think about what type of career you want to pursue, do something that you like to do that will provide you with the kind of lifestyle you are comfortable living. It's great to have a high paying job, but what good is it if you hate going to work. Ultimately that will have a negative effect on your life outside of work. On the other hand, you could get a job you love and have an eviction notice on your door because you do not make enough money for the life style you want to live. In the end me from the past, find balance in your career/academic life and your personal life and you will be just fine."

My senior year of high school was easy, time flew by and my grades were exactly where they needed to be. Due to my skills and knowledge of high school I figured that my first year of college would be the same. However, I was completely wrong and my first year of college was the total opposite of what I thought. If I could give my self advice I would be as precise as possible with every word I mentioned. I would inform myself that college is a serious matter, and nothing to play around with. Also, I would tell myself to be confident with the major I chose. Since I automatically knew that I wanted to be a nurse I knew that taking school lightly wasn't an option. I would inform myself that the first year of college is so crucial and to be serious about it. And remember to mention that studying is the most important factor of college, and that the first years work, is what will get me into the nursing program. Overall I would tell myself that I belive in us and we will make it because we are smart, and wont give up!

If I could go back in time and speak to myself as a high school senior I would tell myself to apply for as many scholarships as possible, keep going and never stop til you graduate! I entered college and my eyes were opened very wide to a big world. I was introduced to other people from various backgrounds and realized how much bigger the world actually is. I loved my first year and a half in college and loved the new found freedom from my parents. What I didn't like was chemistry and having to take it twice was not easy. I was disappointed in myself and allowed myself to loose focus and dropped out of school. Not only because I lost focus but because my family couldn't afford for me to stay in school. I went to community college but lost focus again and of course got pregnant and started a family. Here I am twenty years later going back to school to try and finish what I started. Many obsticles are in my way but UTA is helping me acheive my goal, a BSN. Wish me luck.

I would advise myself to apply to more scholarships. I never really applied to any and when I did it was too late. I would encouage myself to talk to my counselors more often to see what scholarships are availble. I also would have advised myself to retake the ACT and study for it. I would have been offered more scholarships if my scores were higher. I wasn't too concerned with financial aid and I would've instilled in my how important that is.

Given the option to go back to high school I would tell myself to work harder at school and to make those applications count. I was so reckless with grades, I slacked off to have a social life. I'd give myself the advice to keep my head up and to never let anyone bring me down. People will always talk about you, but its best to work on what you want in life. Always keep your goals in front of you. You can do anything you set your eyes on, make sure you make every grade count. You can do this. College is not easy, it is a struggle. There is no easy way to do something, always go to class and make an effort. Take advantage of every opportunity that comes to you. Studying sucks at times, but its better than not studying. Your grades are a reflection of the effort you put in. I will always stress this to anyone i know: Always go to class and participate! College is not easy, but it is worth it. Every stressful part of this experience is worth it at the end of the day.

Do not be scared to take risks. That is the one thing that I would want to tell myself in high school. Taking risks and making changes are what college is all about. It is a way to really get to know yourself and to branch out. I was always nervous to step out of my comfort zone. I was scared to live on campus, meet new people, be away from my family and friends, and officially have to do things on my own. Those were the scariest, yet exciting words when I was in high school. "On my own". Truth is, in college you are never on your own. There will always be someone there to help you with literally anything you need. Colleges are like families and the university is your home. Taking a risk such as moving four hours away from everything you have ever known, and learning the responibility of taking matters into your own hands is the most exhilarating, exciting, and best time of your life. Do not waste these precious years because you are scared.