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Life changes every single day. We dont know what to expect out of life, and we dont know the things that will come to us. If I could go back in time and talk to myself as a high school senior, I would tell myself to not rush into things I'm not that sure about. Take the time to find my talents, what I like and do not like about working, things around me and etc because believe it or not...life is not as easy as it seems. I would also tell myself to start saving money, apply to lots of scholarships, and to believe in myself. The main thing I'd need to have known as a high school senior would be that life is not easy, it's hard but its manageable and its beautiful. Take all the time needed to figure out your goals and what you want to do because time stops for no one, it will continue to tick and tick and if you have no set goals or plans...that time will just run and run while you are at a standstill wondering your next move. Be smart and take action.

What do you want to be when you grow up? Knowing the answer to this will keep you focused on where you are going in life. College is just part of this journey. Stay focused. It will take some students four years, some students fourteen. Regardless of where you fall on this spectrum, always keep looking forward. Use all of your experiences to help you reach your destination. There is no such thing as failure unless you completely give up. Live life, enjoy life, never forget to say I love you to those you love.

The best advice I would give myself would be to focus more on school verses my relationship at that time. I had my first child my second semester in College which of course, changed my life complelty. I was forced to work a full time job which cut back on my time for school. I had my second child when I was 21 and made the decision to drop out of college. I worked two jobs for a year and half to support myself and my kids. My previous boss, who is currently one of my mentors, stressed to me how important it was for me to finish college and earn my degree. He had received his Masters from University of Phoenix and encouraged me to check it out so I did. I am now in my last semester to receive my degree. If I could do it over again knowing what I know now, I would have stayed in college right out of high school and finished sooner instead of giving up and taking a few years off.

Be patient, and optimistic. You will learn more than just what is in your academic catalog, but will learn about yourself, your passions and interests. The driving force of what will make you happy, provide stable career options and be the change you wants to see in this world, in the community and within yourself. College is the first step of independent and the driving force in which you and only you can accomplish with the right will power, attitude and support system. Being scared, as well as overwhelmed will happen, but when the time comes to graduate, personal accomplishments, a worthwhile education and the self-sufficiently and confidence that will have been gained will make the whole life event be worth more than one can describe but must be experienced on a personal level, in a field or direction that is steered in the path of what you want. High school is simply the stepping stone for the world and opportunities for the future and for your future self. Go out and grab it, experience it all, bad as well as good. Because this advice is known from personal experience from my past self to my present a future.

If I were to take a trip back in time and talk to myself as a high school senior I would have advised myself to take studying more seriously. Although I did very well in high school, I didn't necessarily take the amount of time I should have with preparing for testing. I would also have advised myself to have more fun while in high school. I feel I could have joined more school activities. I may have limited myself when it comes to greater opportunities by being a little to closed off. I didn't realized by joining different school activities that I could have earned funds to attend the college of my choice. If I could do it all again I would have attempted to be class president while studying more than a hour for my test. Thank You!

I would tell myself to becarful of who you choose as friends. Dont follow them to the end of the world. You need to concentrate on yourself and your school. Keep you head in the books, dont worry about people liking you, you have the rest of your life to make friend. Friends come and go but a education never leaves once you have it. Dont worry about being cool and partying with everyone to try and prove a point. In 10 years you dont want to be sitting around figuring out how you can go back to school because you failed out every other time you tried. Kepp you head in the game casue friends come and go.

I make myself understand that I would benefit more by going to college right out of high school. Or continuing my other path and going into the military and taking college courses there. I would make myself understand that if I give my homework my all, then there is no way that I will not achieve any goal that I set for myself. And i would also tell myself not to believe everyone when they say negative things about myself. I turn out OK. Then before i left i would politely tell myself that I needed to quit worrying about being popular and wanting unneeded attention and make sure that I put all my efforts into my schoolwork so i would understand that getting into college and apllying myself will pay off in the end.

Do not lose hope. Getting your college degree is not only for your sister, but you as well. You have the ability and will be a much happier and well-rounded person for completing your degree. Having this milestone in your life to look at and know it is yours and yours alone, will not only help you with overcoming hardships, but gives you the courage and ability to move on and tackle lifes hard tasks with greater financial, emotional and mental ease.

I would say to myself that is easier than I thought it would be. You are treated like an adult by your instructors and are expected to act as an adult. Knowing that, I push myself each day to do the best I can in each of my classes. College life is harder with expectations, but since I am paying for it, I know that I need to not waste my time or money on doing a poor job. I would also say that college life can be confusing with requirements, funding, and picking a degree. There are many people that can help you in making those decisions so that you don't waste your money taking classes that you don't need. College is challenging but knowing what my end goal is, will help me with the college experience.

I would simply tell myself not to be scared to finish what you start, because it's more important to get things done while you have the perfect chance. Be sure to apply for as many scholarships that you can, and if you don't need loans, don't get them. I would tell myself that I should take my ACT and SATS to ensure that I can get an academic scholarship. Once again, don't be scared, It's not as bad as you think it is.

Keep focused on the task at hand and remember that high school is the easy part of life. Education is earned and at any age can be achieved, but it is much easier when you are young and have the world's opportunities at your door. Time is simpley time and without taking advantage of all opertunities toward education, time will become nothing but earned regrets.

I would tell myself to become more proactive with the resources that were made available at the time. Guidance counselors and Vice Principals provide a host of resources for those seeking a higher education. Personally, being the last child of four my family did not have the economical means to provide an on campus, out of state college opportunity. My parents did consult with my guidance counselor, however, I did not put forth an effort to complete tasks as directed, and not knowing this would be the beginning of shaping my educational future. As a high school student matures, looking back on regrets is not the answer. Make better choices in the present because those choices will definitely shape your future.

Being young we think we know everything and that we have the power in our hands, little did i know. If i could go back in time i would push myself to continue my education instead of working so young. I would advice myself to persue a career instead of working in any job. I would have told myself "do not settle for less," I will then tell myself think of your future and of the future of your family. I would have loved to have been the first daughter to have broken the chain in my family for not graduating from a colloege. I wouldn't take no for answer.

I would tell high school Stan, go out and make lots of friends and enjoy the different experiences that will come your way. But be aware of the fact that the money and time should not be wasted while you are enjoying those experiences, learn to say no to going out. Keep track of your credit score and how you spend money, take an elective on it if offered, your credit is very important to your future. When it comes time to decide on a career follow the plan you set for yourself and take the necessary steps to helping yourself reach those goals. When deciding to work to help pay for college don't overwhelm yourself and let the grades lapse because of your strong work ethic. Don't be afraid to seek out help from tutors, make every effort to get the best grades possible so you never feel as though you didn't give yourself every chance to succeed. The number one thing I want to say to you is wake up everyday ready to work for a great and incredible future, your won't have any regrets if you do that!

I would tell myself to go to college after graduating from high school instead of waiting until you are over the age of thirty and have children to start college. Having your goals set early in life pays off because you will already be on your way to success.

If I could give myself any advice as a high school senior, it would be something like the following: "Stay in school. If your issues become too burdensome for you, transfer to Pathways, but DO NOT DROP OUT! Pathways has smaller classrooms, and they do not allow bullying at all. If you drop out, you will get into a lot of trouble with the law, develop an alcohol problem, and become pregnant. Although, your baby girl would be beautiful, you will become very stressed, and the transition to college will be very difficult. You will have to take online classes, so you can be home and take care of her. All of the stress that you will face from dropping out will cause you to be very argumentive with your mother and sister, and with your temper, you will end up in jail. You will miss your mother, your daughter, and your friends. Just remember, it will be much easier if you just stay in high school. Your life will be one million times better."

Challenge yourself to limits you didnt think you had. It's important that education is your first priority. Be young and dont grow to fast, take responsibilities on little by little and master that task before moving on to the next. Young young and smart now, your not jaded by society ..try new things and never stop learning, just when you think you are done challenge yourself again and again to learn something else. There is a vast amount of information, that if you pay attention to it youll hear and see the answers you have about life right in front of you. Open a book, go to new places, see what the world and the people who live in it have to offer.

I would have tried more my freshman and sophomore year with getting better grades. It wasnt until my junior year that I started to care and started wanting all A's and B's. If I could go back I would tell myself how important it is to get good grades righy from the start and I would have tried to get scholorships if I had good grades all through high school.

I would definitely tell my self not to give up or quit despite the hardships and naysayers in my life. An education is very important and as you get older your ability to learn is reduced due to other time consumers ,such as children,work,illness and other distractions. I know it is hard right now to believe this but in ten years from now the only type of jobs you will be able to getr with a high school diploma is minimum wage physical labor type . These jobs are not long range they are menial jobs without much future or ability to advance or higher wages. Please stay in school while you can and get the education you need and deserve.

It's okay to not know who exactly you are today because you'll learn more and more with each day.