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I would tell myself to start practicing time management now. Not managing my time well causes me a lot of stress. I am afraid to get a job, because I feel like I won't have enough time to exercise and do my homework. I would also tell myself to apply for a lot of scholarships and to get things done right away, because college is a lot less stressful when you have your finances sorted out right away.

The advice I would give myself is that once I've gotten into the school of my dreams, don't just think that everything will fall into place and that scholarships would fall from the sky right into my hands. I would tell myself to search for more scholarships and apply to as many as possible because college and the real world are not as easy as they seem to be. College is going to be a drastic change, but it will help you to grow so just embrace it and take the drivers wheel in your life and go and do what you have to do to get where you want to go. Work hard and always be true and humble.

I would advise myself not to slack off. School is very important and it only becomes tougher after hghschool. You should always focus because as a student, your job is to do well in school. The next four years will be the best years of your life.

If I could go back in time, I would tell my high school self about the importance of balance and treating all academic responsibilities as priorities. I realized as the semester came to a close that I performed better in classes that I enjoy. In classes such as chemistry and calculus, my willingness to learn and study was displayed in my performance and later, in my grades for the class. This, however, also negatively affected me in classes where my interest in the subject seemed to be lacking. I realized that I hindered my grades, not because I could not succeed, but because I was not willing work in order to. In order to prevent this, I would recommend becoming aware of the classes they like and dislike early so they can and prepare for and work in each class accordingly. Even when taking classes that they would prefer not to take, by prioritizing each class, they can strive in the college environment. Although even I still have almost four years of college remaining, I would tell my high school self to learn from my mistakes, recognize their “good” and “bad” classes, and start out their first year strong.

You are almost there!! I know you are enjoying high school and already planning on making your summer before college great, it will be! College is great and by staying true to yourself you made some of the greatest friends and in the process of still making some. The only advice I could give is volunteer get involved more. Even in those big groups of people don’t retreat back to shyness because it is much easier to make friends freshman year then sophomore. Also don’t be afraid to make friends with upperclassmen they can be very handy. Lastly, don’t let anyone make or treat you in a way you don’t like because even though it sucks at that moment you feel so much better in the long road. Don’t be afraid to do you, you can make better memories when you are being you!

"Never give up! Never surrender!" - Commander Peter Quincy Taggart - Galaxy Quest

Be open to every opportunity that comes your way. Smile at every stranger you pass. Start a conversation with the person next to you in class. Go to a pep rally and other campus activities. Join a club. Join a sorority/fraternity. Don't judge those around you. As corny as all that sounds, it honestly is the truth. I went into college with an open mind and have never regretted my college decision because of it. With every activity I joined, football game I attended, and friend I made, I fell more in love with my school. The simplest way to adjust is to just allow everything to happen. Don't focus on what high school was like or being in with the "cool kids". College isn't like that. Just be yourself, because out of all your fellow students, someone will love you for who you are.

One evening I was lounging and reading when in the corner of my eye I caught the glipse of a glimmer of light. The light grew larger and larger from which a man emerged and spoke, "Do not be frightened I am the ghost of highschool's past. I have come to pass informtation and wisdom to your highschool self. What would you like to say?" Quickly clearing my head and accepting the reality of the situation I began to speak to myself..."The school you choose will give you the best college experience you could hope for. So don't stress so much about the future. But do make sure to choose the major that best fits your skillset. Avoid engineering. You know science isn't your strong suit and writing is so stick with that. You are going to have an amazing time in school. You will morph from a timid, shy kid into an intelligent, outspoken and confident young woman. Remind your mom that she has nothing to worry about. Just always remember to have faith in your ability to conquer your fears and you will overcome any obstacle." And with that the man disappeared.

If i could go back to my high school self the advice is would give myself is that school should be the first priority. I would still tell my past self to join the Army National Guard because it helps pay for college but i would tell him to start sooner.

Attending college was not even on my radar in high school. I barely graduated that summer and if it were not for the assistance of a Navy recruiter, I would not have. At the age of seventeen, I thought I knew everything about life. People would just give me money, the government would give me a place to live, and I would always have food to eat. I knew everything all right. The honor of serving my country in the Navy is not something I would ever change. I grew up fast in the Navy and learned that the world does not revolve around my smart mouth. Without the life lessons I learned in the military I would not be where I am today. If I were to talk to myself as a high school senior, I would tell myself to stop ditching classes and graduate properly with the rest of my class. I would tell myself to be proud of my parents for sticking by me even though I put them through seven levels of hell. Finally, I would tell myself to stand up for what is right, fight for my country, and never forget who I am.