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College is not easy, nor cheap. It takes dedication, determination, and constant focus. I waited three years after my graduation to enroll, because I had no idea what path I wanted to take at the age of eighteen. If I had the opportunity to go back and change the path I took, I would. Starting in high school, I would have focused on academics more. I worked two jobs all throughout high school to pay for groceries, gas, car insurance, and other items too help out my family. Working two jobs and attending school was very difficult; at times I considered dropping out. I am proud that I graduated high school and am earning my degree in Human Services. Neither of my parents attended college; they are both struggling just to make ends meet. I want to earn my degree, so that I do not end up in the same situation. I am a single mother of two and work overtime nearly every week. My financial advisor mentioned yesterday that I owe $1400 by February to continue my education. If I would have attended college straight out of high school, I would not be in this predicament.

Knowng what I know now about life makes me wish I prepared myself with a plan when I was in high school. Not only having a plan, but doing research on propective college/universities, along with different carreer fields. As a senior in high school you never believe that the world can be any bigger than it is at that moment, but it truly is. I would tell any high school senior now that you want to first figure out your educational and career goals. If you choose a career that requires more education then your willng to complete chances are you will have to choose another line of business. Furthering your education can help one become more financial secure in life and this is definately necessary in today's economy. Not only that but come up with a plan to pay for furthing your education so you don't end up graduating deep in debt. Though credit isn't important to a high school senior it is important once you enter college. Taking steps to build your credit in the right direction like receiving financial guidance is vital to your overall financial health.

The advice I would give myself is to not let anyone pressure me into going to school right out of high school and it's not what you are ready for because you won't succeed. You have to be happy with youorself to succeed at anything you do.

Assuming I could go back in time and talk to myself as a high school senior, I would strees the importance on every subject matter that I will be encountering throughout high school. Also, I would let myself know that there are going to be some rough times, as well as good times. But I will also remind myself, there is always an end to any beginning and by keeping your self motivated in doing what you believe in you can accomplish anything you set your mind to. I would make sure that I stress there sometimes will be bumpy roads, tough classes, tough individuals that you may come in contact with your journey, but do not get discouraged there is a reward at the end of this journey. Seek individuals whom will be of help to you, whether it be old high school teacher, family members, good fiiends, co-worker, your children and spouse. But always remember your in this journey to please "others", your in this journey to "Please Yourself". Be proud of what you accomplish in everyday life, but take it one step at a TIME.

"Go to college and stick with it Nesha! You almost didn't graduate, take advantage of this opportunity. You can do this college thing, you're smart and it's is way easier than you think. If you don't, when you're 37, you'll be wishing you did...you'll be scrolling through your Facebook newsfeed (I'll tell you more about Facebook later, it's awesome) seeing all the people you grew up with who finished school doing well and it's going to fill you with regret. Don't grow up to be a woman with regrets, attending college will pay off. You'll be able to take advantage of way more career opportunities and make even more of a positive impact. Trust me, you need an education, it helps to have that piece of paper, don't let anyone tell you it doesn't. Listen to me Nesh, go after this and work hard! I promise, future you is going to thank you. Now back to this Face book thing..."

If I could go back in time to when I was a senior in high school, my advice to myself would be to go straight to college out of high school. I would of went straight into nursing school and became a registered nurse then I would of went onto Psychology. I would also have started saving money in high school in order to pay for my college and not have all the school loans that I have now and I also would have gotten more information about student loans and paying for college in general.

The advice I would give myself knowing what I know now would be to do lots and lots of research about schools you re interested in. Make a list of the questions you have and ask each school. Be thorough with your research and enlist the help of your parents as much as possible. Second, ask lots of questions regarding your finance options. Don't settle for the information the financial aid advisors give you, they are there to do make the school money, not save you money. Keep a journal of all the information you have gathered regarding the schools you are interested in and discuss them with your parents so that you can make the best choice for you and financially, for them. Also, don't be in a hurry to start college life as it is portrayed on television, take your time and build a strong and trusting circle of friends so you can keep an eye on each other as you journey onto the next phase of your life.

Make better use of my time and realize where in life it will get me. All in all it's the attitude. Stay up on studies. Get into something you feel good about. Your never too old or too young to learn.

If I could go back in time to talk to myself as a high school senior I would definetely make sure that i'm very honest with myself. I would tell about how important it is to attend every day and submit assignments on time so that my G.P.A could be higher and I could get into a good University or College. I would also explain the importance of only borrowing money that is needed so that my loan debt wouldn't be very high. College life is different for each individual but if I would have enrolled into a well-accredited University or College, studied hard and procrasinated less, I would have graduated by 2011/2012 and the hard would would've been worth it in the end.

I would tell Torre to not waist time focusing on an immature relationship. I would tell her to lean on education hard and get as much of it as you can so that you not have to worry about establishing a career at a later age. I would tell her that it is best to get your career started early. Go to school and put your best effort forward in getting the degree you deserve.