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Paige, take more AP classes. You only took 2 and could have taken more. I was able to test out of two Calculus classes and should have pushed myself more my senior year. I understand you have Senioritis and just want to move on to the next chapter, but hard work now, pays off later. Continue to practice the good study habits that you've acquired over the years as you will need them in college. It's going to be a lot of work, but also a lot of fun! So worth the effort!

The advice i would give to myself would be go all out. You hold out too much with the small things, weather it be not doing that paper until the week before it's due or reading the entire chapter of the book. Do the work that needs done. Cutting corners does not work in college. Figure that out before you get thrown into a brick wall when you try it once and it backfires. Also, relax a little, the transition to college life isn't really that bad. There are plenty of helpful, friendly people here to make sure it's as painless as possible. Classes maybe a little daunting, but they are completely manageable so no worries man, you'll do great. Keep your head up always, and don't let a small fault affect what you want to achieve.

Get involved and give it time. It takes awhile to get adjusted and comfortable in your new surroundings, so explore and don't write anything or anyone off right away. Its okay to get homesick and call home, but before you know it you'll have life long friends and be having more fun than you can imagine. You'll be really busy and running nonstop taking advantage of the countless opportunities available to you.

Knowing what I know now about college, one huge piece of advice I would give myself is to make the choice of college/university and field of study based on what you feel in your heart. You can't let anyone push you into something that you're unsure of. Make the decision for you, no one else. When it comes to college and many other aspects in life, you have to do what's right for you. One could be in college from 2-8 years, therefore you have to love where you're at. As for what you're studying, that could be for the rest of your life. You have to make sure you absolutely love what you're doing. Don't let anyone push you around and don't let anything scare you away from your own dreams.

I would tell myself to try to figure out what I wanted to do in the future. That way I could have gotten into college and went after my dream instead of taking a year to figure out what I wanted in life. I would also tell myself to get involved early. You'll meet so many interesting people that become your best friends. I would also advise myself to become friends with your teachers. They are there to help you succed you just have to put in some effort.

Quit band earlier and read into things at a much deeper-more intrigued- level. Stop setling for what pleases the teachers to give you the good grades and focus on improving yourself. Getting A's are nice but losing oppertunities to learn more is just complacent and dumb.

If I could go back and give myself some advice about college, I would tell myself to make sure I am organized in every aspect of my college career: social life, academics, personal life, finances, etc. I would also tell myself that I should learn how to manage my time more, balance my time studying with my time with my friends.

The advice i would give myself is to stay focus on your school work because getting good grades in high school is very important. Hanging out with her friends and going to every football game isn't worth not being able to get excepted to a college because of you low SAT scores, so try you best to do well with those test.

If I could talk to myself as a high school senior, possessing the knowledge I have now, I would tell myself to make different decisions. The first thing I would tell myself is to get my college applications done early in order to reduce stress. Next, I would push myself to apply for as many scholarships as possible, because of how expense school is becoming. Finally, I would tell myself to relax. Although staying focused is imperitive, unnecessary stress is not going to help anything or anyone. Even after my Advanced Placement tests were done and I was accepted into college, I still worried about school and my grades more than I should have. It sounds terrible, but I wish I wouldn't have sacrificed precious moments with my friends and family for an extra hour to over prepare for a test. I have learned in college that it is important to stay focused and put your maximum effort forward, but it is also extremely important to enjoy yourself as well. Without having a bit of fun every once in a while, your high school, and further - your college, experience will not be nearly as memorable.

Never short yourself, and prepare yourself adequately in your last year of high school. Take classes that challenge you in your senior year; classes that will prepare you for the rigorous course load of college. Don't short yourself by taking electives that you don't need to graduate. Instead, focus on your maths and sciences, because these will be vital classes in college. Also, plan ahead and strategize. Research your potential majors and see what classes you will need to take so you can prepare for these in high school. Call university admissions to speak with advisors, and get their input on how to prepare for college. And lastly, go in with an open mind. There is no way to know what to expect from college until you get there. Be prepared to meet people very different from yourself. Be prepared to think of things in a new light. Remember, different is not always bad. While I would not change a thing from my college experience, these tips would have made things a bit easier. Regardless, I am truly blessed to have had this experience and wouldn’t trade it for the world.

I would have done better in high school and worked a little more at the academics. I was a smart kid, I was just bored and therefore did not do much work and just skated by.

Don't stress becasuse it will all work out in the end. Keeping your grades up, not only makes your parents happy but makes you feel better, and less stressed. Lastly, don't be afraid to talk to people, most of them are in the same boat as you.

Get involved throughout your freshman year; there are thousands of involvement opportunities at The Ohio State University and there are organizations for anything and everything. Getting involved not only looks good on a resume but it also is a fantastic way to meet new people. Through organizations, you are given the ability to meet people with the same interests as me. Most importantly, be out-going. Moving into a dormitory and beginning classes, it is important to be open-minded to meet new people. Starting off in college, you want to meet as many people as possible in order to find your niche. Everyone goes off to college wishing they had their best friends from high school by their side. However, it is important to make new friends at college; and you may not find a group of friends like those from high school right away, so be open to meeting lots of people in order to find those you want to remain longtime friends with. Overall, enjoy the time you have. Freshman year is all about meeting people, making friends, excelling in your education, and getting to know yourself. Work hard, be smart, and have fun.

For most students, the opportunity to warn the immature high school graduate version of themselves would be a lifesaver. However for me, the thought of coming into college with a prescribed list of worries scares me. I eloped two weeks before classes started and I had enough on my mind. While we all come to college with our own worries, most of us aren’t worried about what we should: finances, homework, and our choice of major. Instead we are worried about fitting in and redefining our social life. But these are the things we should be worried about, at least for the first couple of months. The moment when we take our first finals and get our first grades; this is the moment that separates those who will succeed from those who will fail. Most find out that while they were worrying about the trivial aspects of college they forgot about the purpose of the venture. But I assure you that it is this initial failure that is crucial. They way you respond is indicative of the way you’ll deal with stress the rest of your life, where you won’t have warnings from your futuristic self.

If I could go back in time and talk to myself as a high school senior, my first piece of advice would be to not become so overwhelmed with change. Change is good and can help me grow and mold myself into a smarter person. I would tell myself that it is okay to make mistakes and that it is a learning experience. College is nothing like high school so it shouldn't be treated as such. Another piece of advice I would give myself is to save money. College is very expensive from tuition to buying books. It is a good idea to save money for important costs and apply for scholarships. My next piece of advice would be to build up my GPA. Make sure to do well freshman year so it can help once the work becomes more difficult. My final piece of advice would be to get acquainted with my professors because I will never know when I may need them. Try to participate as much as possible in class and visit them during office hours so they can get to know who I am.

I feel I was prepared for college. And to be honest, the college english class I took in my senior year of high school, was harder than my actual college english class. I still do not regret not having a job in high school, at my parents request, but after that, I could have saved money a little better, which is my current dilemma now.

If I could go back in time to give myself advice about college, I would say not to let anyone or anything keep you from reaching your educational goals. I believe that I should have taken college more seriously after I graduated from high school and not have become a parent at the age of nineteen.If I would have put more effort into my previous college years, I would have a job and be established in lucrative career that would help provide for my family and myself. If you have an opportunity in life, grab it with both hands and make the most of it. As they say, “Opportunity only comes along once in a life time, so make the most of it,” and take advantage of it while you can. It has been a real struggle returning to school after twenty years, but it has been worth it. As a mother with three children, I have learned the value of an education. I really would love to be able to tell my past self about the struggles I have faced and explain how college would have helped me do better in my life. Hopefully, I would listen.

Apply for more than one scholarship. Try to find an interest of a major as soon as possible. The quicker you do, the quicker you can graduate. Don't delay in getting financial assistance. Buy your books from Amazon or check out prices first before purchasing. Don't spend your money recklessly. Budget!

As a senior, every time I thought about my college decision, I reacted the same: clammy palms, a jump in my heart rate, and the feeling that I would soon lose my lunch. Going away meant leaving behind my comfortable life of familiarity: a great family, boyfriend, friends, church, financial situation, and home. However, staying meant prolonging the one thing that drastically transforms lives: independence. I wanted to go away, but I was worried. I was worried that my major may change, that my financial aid may change, that my boyfriend may change, and that I may change, and it became impossible to account for all of the uncertainties. However, one exists who knows all of the answers, who knew them before me and knows them after me, and He is the one I was ignoring. If I were to give myself advice about my college decision, transition, or involvement, I would say one thing: trust in the Lord, the one who loves you and knows the best for you, even when you don’t. If I had done so, I would have been a better example of what I have been called to be: a joyous woman of God.

If I could go back in time, I would tell myself not to be so stressed out. I would explain how important is to a good transition that you are relaxed and open to new experiences. I would also tell myself to take advantage of the extensive student activities at Ohio State. I didn't my first year and plan on doing everything I have time for my second year. Ohio State has something for everyone, so I would tell myself to find something I love by joining every club I could and enjoying every experience possible.

I would tell my self to never give up and understand that getting frustrated with school happens but there are other students dealing with the same stuff. To make sure you give it all you got that way you can look back at your self and be proud of the work you did. To talk to your advisor frequently about things that may be troubling you with your classes so they can help you figure out what to do and how to deal with it. Thats what they are there for.

If I could return to give advice to myself in high school, I would tell myself to worry less about what is considered cool or in-style. Attending such a large university has made me realize that while you may not have been the jock or cheerleader that you dreamed of being in high school, it does not matter looking back. If you remain true to yourself, not much else matters in the long run. Looking back on myself as a senior, I realize that I often spent a large amount of time worrying what others thought of me. Today I stay true to myself no matter what, since I have come to realize that the people that truly matter in your life will accept you for who you are, judgment free. This new found confidence that I discovered would have greatly impacted my life in high school, so looking back I would tell myself to relax and let go of all the social stresses I placed upon myself. Be who you are and be proud of it, since those who matter most will not mind.

As a senior in high school, I believe that you should really challenge yourself early on. Take honors classes if they are offered and allow yourself enough time to study, understand, and fully appreciate the subject material. These classes are being taught to help you better yourself and you should take pride in that. Show that pride in all that you do and put forth 100{4a082faed443b016e84c6ea63012b481c58f64867aa2dc62fff66e22ad7dff6c} to really shine. Remember that your education is a gateway into the future and that the more you apply yourself, the better you will do, and the greater your outlook will be for the future. In my early days of school, I tried to get by doing as little as possible and in the end, I often struggled to get by. Read the textbooks, do some research on your own, embrace the subject material, and perhaps most important of all, do the homework, whether it is graded or not. These are all tools that are available to help you better yourself. Push hard, stay focused and committed, and your hard work will pay off in the end. You will be much more prepared for college and for your future endeavors.

If I could go back to my senior year of high school and give myself advice for making the transition to college my biggest piece of advice would be keep an open mind all the time. When I attended my first school I was convinced it was the only school I wanted to be at, and that no other school would do. I closed myself off to so many things that I wish I hadn't. I would also tell myself to allow myself to do things I hadn't originally thought were acceptable, such as go out to a party once in a while, which I did not do at all in high school.

As an incoming freshman, I believe it is important to realize your priorities early on in the game and decide what commitments you can realistically take on. College offered me many new groups that I could join and many activities I could take part in that certainly were not offered at my high school. I wish I would have realized at the time that although I wanted to explore new opportunities and passions, I needed to have the time necessary to give these opportunities the attention they truly deserve. I struggled to balance my quest to make new friends, struggle to find a group I was passionate about, and maintain that 4.0 GPA that I was accustomed to achieving in high school. If I could tell my high school self one piece of advice before entering college, I would stress to myself the importance of balance when planning my schedule. After all, I do have four or more years to fully discover all the wonderful opportunities OSU has to offer.

Throughout our lives, there are multiple times that in retrospect we would have altered our actions or thoughts. The first few weeks of college were extremely difficult for me. I am a typically shy person, and it is hard for me to open up to people that I have just met and I am rarely apt to forcing myself beyond my comfort levels to meet new friends. This personality flaw led to a lonely beginning of my freshman year. I would call my mother every night asking her to let me come home, only to receive the same response of her telling me it would all be fine and her advice to just stick it out. In retrospect, I wish I would have pushed myself to meet people and be more open. Although I eventually made great friends, if I could go back in time I would have never missed out on those first few weeks. The transition to college life is difficult for a majority of students, but there are many ways to ease the hardships and to make the change easier for everyone involved. Sometimes the hardest part is simply in knowing yourself and you behaviors well enough.

It’s been four years since I graduated from high school. I have attended Prince George’s Community College in Prince George’s County, Maryland for three years. The most important thing about college is that you have to apply yourself, and have a lot of confidence. As a matter of fact, this past spring semester, I had to withdraw both my classes because I did not focus hard enough, and I did not feel I would survive. There is no one that will tell you what to do, so you must learn responsibility and independence. Seek help right away, and do not wait until the last minute. Also, do not be afraid to ask questions, teachers cannot spend all day trying to figure out what you are thinking, so “speak on it.” You would also have to watch your spending, even if your parents provide you with money. If you are paying for college and/or books alone, be careful about eating, or hanging out because paying for school is a monthly basis. You will learn a lot of things, and will become better and have a more understanding. The more you do the more confident you will be.

I remember being told countless times as a high school senior to get involved in college and to make the most of all the opportunites presented, so those first few weeks of school I was instantly overwhelmed by the vast number of clubs and organizations available, and had no idea where to start. I wanted to make the most of my college experience, but I felt so lost and helpless that I had trouble living up to the ideal college student image I had developed in high school. The advice I would give myself, therefore, would be to focus first on adjusting to college life and classes and living on my own, and then to slowly find the clubs and organizations that truly interest me and fit well into my life so that I can really invest myself in them and not feel overwhelmed. Being involved is great, but freshman year is a time of much change and adjustment, and academics are the primary reason for going to college, so it is important to pace yourself and remain calm when adjusting to college life, so that your priorities are not neglected and you can maintain a healthy mindset.

Now that I look back, I took myself, and my education, very seriously in high school. Too seriously. Being in college made me realize that having stellar grades and extra cirriculars on my applications doesn't mean I should sacrifice all my free time and become a slave to school. If I could go back in time, I would tell myself to relax and have fun. You're only in high school once, you should make the most of it. Balance school and homework with friends, and don't take on more than you can handle. As a perfectionist, if I didn't do it right the first time I would kick myself in the butt for it. Now I know that making mistakes is a fact of life, and that they should be learned from, not regretted. Knowing all this I think that I could have made my high school experience a much more enriched and enjoyable one. Now, I hope to make the most out of college and pursue what I love.

I would tell my self to fill out as many scholarships as you can because college is not cheap. The more scholarships you receive the less stressful it will be on yourself. Also, I would tell myself to work very hard throughout my senior year to form a habbit of always doing your best work. and develop a good study habbit. College is hard and you only get one shot at a class without paying a fortune for it to take it again. I would also tell my self to go on more college visits to be determined that I am 100{4a082faed443b016e84c6ea63012b481c58f64867aa2dc62fff66e22ad7dff6c} certain about the college I chose. It's a pain to transfer schools and to avoid this headache you must be determined that you love this school and will do well in this school. I also would have told myself to start looking at careers earlier. I wish I knew what I would have wanted to do when I started and would have saved a lot of money by doing that.

If there was one thing I could tell myself as a high school senior, it would be to apply for more scholarships. As a senior in high school, I did apply to a few scholarships through my hometown and also through Ohio State. But I wish I would have made a more solid effort to apply to as many scholarships as I was eligible for. Being a first generation college student, I was unaware of the financial burden an education was really going to cost. Applying for financial aid was a new process for my family and I. Being from a working, middle-class family, money has always been somewhat of a concern. Having two younger siblings who also need to go to college limits my parents to how much they can contribute to my education. That is why I wish I would have known to apply to more scholarships as a high school senior, so my financial needs may have possibly been reduced compared to what they are now.

I would tell myself to just take advange of all the opportunities Ohio State has to offer. There is so much available for students to succeed both academically and socially. Also, make close relationships with the professors and do not be afraid to try new things. I feel that it is okay to step out of your comfort zone just as long as you feel it is the right thing to do in your heart. Remember that you are becoming an adult and it will not be an easy walk in the park in it was in high school. However, just keep the same strong mentality and that is key. I feel that the best advice I could give myself would have to be to relax and not stress about the experience but to enjoy the good, the bad, and the ugly because it is all about what you take from the experiences you go through.

College is an incredible experience where one gains knowledge about all aspects of life. After one year of college, I would offer this advice: appreciate diversity, be an involved student, and manage your time wisely. All universities have students from around the state, around the country, and around the world. By appreciating this diversity and willing to work with each other, you will gain invaluable knowledge of our world. Take advantage of this diverse environment to learn from the different lives of others. Every college offers many clubs and organizations to become involved. By joining a student organization, you will create friendships and gain valuable leadership skills. I recommend that you find something you enjoy and become part of that organization as soon as you step on campus. Do it early, so the friendships can begin. The most important advice I have is to manage time wisely. Schoolwork must be the top priority, but also make sure you plan in time to enjoy campus life. By managing time wisely, you will be an outstanding student while enjoying all that college life offers. My last advice is leave your room door opened so you can meet your classmates and create friendships.

Do not slack off. The end of senior year is the part that most schools do not pay attention to, and it becomes hard to remain focused. You've already been accepted, you've already recieved most of the scholarships you wanted, and you are so close to being done with High School forever. However, the classes still matter. The school of your choice may not care what the last quarter of your high school career looks like, but it will feel far better to finish it out with a strong transcript than petering off like the stereotypical senior does. It will feel far more accomplishing to finish high school on top than to let yourself fall down to the average. Finish strong, you just might need those random classes.

I would give myself the advice to get into treatment and take are of my eating disorder. My senior year, I took all of my classes at a local college for dual credit and was able to start college with a headstart. It didn't really matter, though, as the summer of 2010 when I started school my eating disorder had exploded to proportions it had never seen, which caused me to withdraw from classes and get help. I felt that life was possible with that sickness and that it wouldn't get in the way of my success - but it became my success and was where I placed all of my most important goals. If I could somehow convince every girl and guy with an eating disorder that life is not possible with it, I would be so happy. It took three years to realize and I was able to escape from it without long-lasting consequences, and for that I am very grateful.

Discovering who you are during these upcoming years will be an essential part of this foundational period in life. Give a personal definition to everything that the world wants to define for you. Set yourself apart in all areas of your life. Enhance time management skills, quickly resolve conflict, engage in learning and be prepared for the unexpected. Your eyes will be opened to a radically new world that does not resemble the sheltered environment in which you have previously lived. Develop deeper relationships and seek out mentors. Be a leader by learning how to follow and open your mind to possibilities outside the box. Maintain a present perspective and do not be anxious about the future. Understand a healthy work-life balance and do not be consumed with one dimension. How you develop in college will set the stage of who you will be in the future.

I would tell myself to focus on the subject that I am now studying, save my money and accomplish my degree a great deal sooner.

If I could go back and talk to myself as a high school senior, I would tell myself to not get caught up in your social life. When you have a reading assignment, read it! Do not think you can get by without reading or doing work. College is a lot different than high school and a lot more difficult. To achieve the grades you want requires twice the amount of effort. Also, take advantage of the school-related clubs and make as many friends as you can, but be careful. Venture out to new places and do not allow anyone to make decisions for you. Voice your own opinion. If you do not like something, do not be afraid to speak up. This is your chance to try out new organizations and activities, so take advantage of all the amenities Ohio State has to offer. This is the opportunity to shape the person you want to be. Ohio State is an enormous university, but everyone comes together whether attending OSU sporting events, participating in Mirror Lake jump, hanging out on Oval Beach, or just the simple fact of calling themselves an Ohio State Buckeye.

The first thing I would tell my high school self is to focus on myself when preparing for college. So much time was spent searching for a place where I could easily meet people or already know people from high school, but looking back, that was a mistake. College is about discovering yourself and pushing yourself towards the future. The future should not depend on what everyone else is doing, especially when they may not be making choices that are acceptable for me. High school was all about fitting in, but college is all about standing out. Standing out through excellence in the classroom and, furthermore, standing out when searching for a career. Hard-work and determination are keys to success, along with confidence and a desire to do well. Do not forget who you are and who you want to become because they are one in the same.

Well, I think for most people this is a dream come true. I would start off by saying to myself make sure you take all college credit courses and don't take vocation courses unless you are sure that is what you want to do for a career. I think most people don't know what they want to be when they grow up. I would tell myself to take a course in careers in high school, so you can better decided what you think you want to be doing for the rest of your life. I would tell myself to go to college, and take advantage of the good life because soon enough life will get a hold of you and then it is all about paying the bills, and taking care of possible children, and a spouse, and then your health will be your main concern. I say love learning, and meeting new people. This is very imporant part about growing up and learning about yourself and other people. School opens up your mind to appreciate other peoples beauty too.

College IS important! It may not seem like it now, but being successful without a college degree is almost impossible. Though you may not know what it is you want to do yet, don't put it off. Transitioning from high school to college will be so much easier if you do it right away. Going back is so much harder later in life. Do it while you're young; this should be a top priority to prepare for the rest of your life.

Wake up and pay attention! Within the whirling wind of party flyers and the sound of the school anthem ringing in your ears reside the danger of losing focus. You must prioritize your time and keep schedule of everything that you may be involved in. Keep an agenda book handy and utilize it as you would your cell phone. Organizing and prioritizing everything from your school work to the upcoming football game will keep you away from the danger zone. Although your parents may not treat you like an adult, the professors in college will. You can gladly say goodbye to after school detentions and recorded tardies. However, if you fail to demonstrate the habits of a good student your instructors will take note and it will ultimately affect your grade. College is a different world where it will suddenly become cool to be the teacher's pet. Professors love and appreciate a hardworking student. Avoid procrastination; do not fall into the cycle of thinking you can complete an assignment in less time than the instructor allotted you. Utilize your time and resources effectively. Present your best and you will ensure success.

If I could talk to my high-school-senior-self, I would say that everything is a lot different than you thought it would be. It'll be hard, and you'll get stressed. But the harder you work at the things you have trouble with, the more rewarding they are. I would also tell myself to get things done on time. I know you like to procrastinate, but it will come back to kick your butt later on. You'll feel a lot better if you just get things like homework and studying for tests done and out of the way, instead of waiting until the last minute to do it and making yourself even more stressed. One last thing, eat healthily, exercise and get PLENTY of sleep. As much as you may think it's easy to run on 3 or 4 hours of sleep and pizza, it's actually really difficult and wears you down more than you'll like.

If I could go back to my high school senior year, I would have actually stayed for my senior year in high school rather then graduating early during my junior year. I would have stayed there and took AP classes and earned college credits for them and work hard for ACT and SAT test that way I would be able to earn a scholarship and that would cut down my load in college life right now. I would have told myself to explore my options of many other colleges as well, rather then just applying to one and hoping to get in. I would have told myself work hard now, so life will be easier later on.

I would start by telling myself to practice, PRACTICE PRACTICE PRACTICE, my sax more, because the jazz music I played in high school was child's play compared to the music I'm playing now in college, so as to be a much better saxophone player and a much better contributer to the band I'm in. I would also say to get ready for struggle, because for me high school was simple and never had any work to do since I got it all done during class. Now I'm out of my mind trying to balance what classes I need to work on and make sure I have done. Also, if this is before my accident, I'd tell my senior self to take the back roads on the way to work that one day so he's not in the accident that left me without a valid license, my family down one vehicle, and a nearly $16,000 payment to the insurance company of the person who hit me.

Start Early. I wasn't fortunate enough to go away for college. I stayed behind at the local one and spent two years there. I don't regret it but I do wish sometimes that I could have had the "away for college" experience. I would tell my senior self to apply to many schools and hope for the best. The college I am at now is great so to make things easier I would say take as many classes as you can your first year, I kinda slacked, to get it over with and possible enjoy more time off. Making the transistion is easy so not to worry, theres night classes. Make lots of new friends. Dont buy as many books, most classes dont even use them. Also, enjoy the campus life and activities. Go for something like student body president or even join a club. I dont regret going to college in my local community, I've enjoyed every minute of it, theres just some advice I would tell my senior self to make things a little different.

I would tell myself to take my freshman year more serious. Not that I did not take it serious, but I was not aware of how different college was from high school. I would have studied a little bit harder to receive those A's instead of B's. I would also tell myself that my social life will always be there, but opportunities at school will not be. For example, go out dancing with friends or stay in and study for that chemistry exam. I would tell myself always put school first because there will be plenty of opportunities where I can go out and have fun.

College is really hard at age 50 for what I've always been interested in, Accounting. If I could go back I would of gotten my high school diploma instead of a GED, then gone on to college and a good job. Instead I've had to struggle all my life. I would of put myself first instead of always putting others first. Now that everyones got families of their own it's my time and it's a struggle. There was no one to guide me when I was a teenager. Maybe I can be a role model to younger people. I did convince my younger daughter to attend College right out of high school even if she doesn't know what she wants to do with her life yet. I'm teaching her to put herself first because I didn't get to.

If I could go bgack to highschool I would tell myself to have more fun, and focus more on school. I spent too much time worrying about living off campus, and wanting material things that I could not afford that it became a major distraction and stressor in my life. I no longer paid attention as much as I should have to my school work and my college experience because I had to worry about bills, and things I was not mature enough to deal with. I would tell myself to take advantage of my college experience and simply enjoy because it goes by quickly.

Calm down, slow down, relax, and smell the roses. This is the best advice I could give myself as a high school senior. High school was an extremely busy four years of my life jam packed with lots of growing up, changing, and maturing. The International Baccalaureate program and just about a gazillion extracurricular activities (a bazillion of which I was a leader) meant that I was so accustomed to a fast, ambitious life that I never thought to stop and really look around. I bulldozed into college ready to take over the gigantic campus with a ridiculous number of majors and involvement in the same heaps of activities. I may as well have forced myself run smack into an enormous flashing sign saying “LEAVING COMFORT ZONE”. New activities, friends, classes, and even living arrangements! I spent my first quarter confused and slightly lost. Hindi class or sky diving? Jazz or International Studies? So many choices. I could have felt unceasing wonder at the colossal stadium and a freaking sky diving class instead of confusion if I had just relaxed a little and tried new things sooner. So, note to self: Calm down, slow down, relax, and smell the roses!