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If I could go back in time I would tell myself about a couple of subjects that I find are crucial to my overall wellbeing. One thing that I would tell myself is that I have to take better care of myself by getting more sleep each night. Another piece of advice I could give to myself would be that I cannot procrastinate like I have in high school. College and high school are on two completely different levels of difficulty when comparing their workloads and basic subject matter. The most important subject that I would bring up is that I should study in bursts instead of cramming at the last minute before any test. I found that it was much easier to remember facts from my notes when I took the time to study bits at a time rather than try to look at a whole chapter a few hours before I would have to take the test. A side note would be for me to say that I shouldn't be nervous about the transition from high school to college, because I adapted pretty fast with my new class schedule once I started in my first semester.

To figure out what I wanted to do earlier in life.

If I could tell my high school self anything about making the transition to college, I would tell myself, and continually tell myself two things. First of all, I would tell myself to believe in myself. To know that I am infinitely more capable to do things and accomplish things than I though possible. To stick to my plans and dreams even when it's hard. Second, I would tell myself that college is a time of growing, learning and change. Growing into the person God designed me to be. Learning more academically and socially. And changing into a person who can support and be responsible for themselves. No longer are you living under Mommy and Daddy's roof, listening to and obeying their rules. As far as finishing my senior year goes, I would tell myself to finish strong and that its not really as hard as I'm making it out to be. High school is nothing compared to the demands coming in college.

Apply to community colleges and make sure to sign up for scholarships right away. You probably won't be able to go to a university your first year because of finances but community college is okay. Think about all the options first before deciding to go to one college, listen to your parents and take their advice they care too they don't want to keep you stranded with them forever.

I would advise myself to be more diligent about everything that I was doing especially schoolwork. I would advise myself to enroll in another Spanish class; as racial diversity is so prominent in America especially people of Latino origin who speak this language. I realize that being bilingual is an added bonus. I would advise myself to study harder and more frequently, and not wait until the night before a test to begin studying for it. I would advise myself to be a better planner, and use my time more wisely. I would advise myself to be more attentive in class, and not allow my mind to wander. I would advise myself to realize that I had the potential to make much better grades. I would advise myself to listen to my mother as she tried to tell me this, but often time it fell on deaf ears. I would advise myself to take more dual courses as the more dual courses that I took the more college credits I would have, and the sooner I would finish my college studies. I would also advise myself to be the best that I could be in every class at all times.

If I could go back to high school, I would challenge mysself even more that I did before. Although I was an A student I did not challenge myself and I did not have a regular study schedule. Coming into college was kind of an adjustment for me when it comes to my workload and getting adjusted to studying on my own free time. Also I could have gotten most of my classes out the way during my high school years, which would have gave me an extra boost in college.

I had a relatively smooth transition into the college life and I have really enjoyed my first year here at Texas State University. As a senior in high school I worried about a lot of things like missing home, not being able to handle all of the responsibilities of being on my own, and being in a school so much bigger than what I was used to. If I could go back in time and give advice to myself senior year, I would have told myself not to worry, but to welcome the new experience and enjoy the transition. I would have told myself to seek more advice and ask more questions about college itself. My high school educationally prepared us for college but provided little to no information about the transition process. There were a lot of things I didn't understand, like how I didn't even understand how credit hours worked until I made my schedule at orientation. The transition process would have been less stressful if I would've better understood a lot of the basic information, so my biggest piece of advice to myself would to have sought out more help and advice.

The advice that I would give to myself is to always remain true to yourself no matter what. Sometimes you will be put in situations where you will have to choose between what you know is wrong and what you know is right. Never feel that you have to do what everyone else is doing. You are your own person and you should make your own decisions. And the most important thing is to stay on top of your academics. That is the main reason why you decided to go to college. It is okay to have fun at times, but you have to make sure you keep all of your priorities in order. Also, make sure you are aware of all of the resources that are available around campus to help you improve in your classes. There are so many things provided for you, so make sure that you use them to the fullest. College is a learning experience. It is where you develop into the person you were destined to be. Everything is not going to come easy so you are going to have to work for what you want. But you will be fine.

Looking back at when I attended high school, I would tell myself about all the wonderful things my newly begun college life will have to offer. I would tell myself that sticking with marching band in college was one of the best decision I have ever made, because of the fact that it made the transition a lot smoother, and that I was fortunate enough to use the program and people and my second family, something to look up to whenever I was feeling homesick. I would tell myself that all the studying and work I was about to put forth would pay off, rewarding me with my first semester on dean’s list and acceptance into the honors college on campus. I would say that I know its tough leaving home and starting a life all by myself, but that I am so fortunate to have the ability to go to a university and provide myself with a plethora of opportunities graduating with an education later on. Lastly I would say that I have so much going for me, and that trusting in my instinct and making proper choices will be one of the greatest things yet to happen.

If I were able to go back in time, I would tell myself to get better grades and to actually take those english classes in order to take less classes in college. I would also tell myself to work on more scholarships so I wouldn't be in this economical situation. Overall, I would make sure that I wouldn't slack off as much as I did in high school.

If I were to talk to myself as a high school senior I would tell myself to stop stressing and to not worry about the future. I am a "worrier" and as I was in high school I did the best I could to get good grades, because I thought I would not be accepted into college. I worked extremely hard, and stressed myself out tremendously. Now that I am in college I feel stupid for actually thinking I would not be accepted or make any friends. Being in college has opened up many doors for me and has made me think openly about many different topics in life. It has changed me for the better and if I would have known this in high school I would have been less stressed out and would have made a better effort to make friends or be open to different types of things rather than killing myself to make A's. Now I am in college, I have a social life and I am still making A's without being stressed! Being in college has been a privilege and I am extremely happy to be a part of this journey.

First and foremost, this is an adventure so take risks and have fun. It's completely fine that you don't know what you want to major in or what career you want to pursue. Take the first two years of your college career to just make friends with all different types of people and have new experiences. Figure out what you're passionate about. I know that you've heard that college expects more from it's students, and you're not gonna believe it, but trust me college is no sunday stroll in the park like high school is, so don't slack off. You're gonna have a lot more freedom living away from home, so take that as an opportunity to exercise responsibility. Go to class, stay on top of your assignments, take notes, and do not procrastinate! I cannot stress that last point enough. I can't even tell you how many all nighters I've had to pull just because I didn't keep up with my course work, and I know you're a night owl, but trust me they're not fun. Lastly, just be yourself and make lasting friendships and memories.

I have often thought about my senior year of high school, and how different I am now that I am in college. If I could go back in time and talk to myself, I would probably tell myself to be more open-minded as I approach college. During my first year of college, I took a philosophy class which changed my whole viewpoint on life. I was homeschooled or attending a Christian school all my life. I was told what to believe, how to act, and what was right and wrong. That class changed everything. The professor said, "What if I'm wrong?" which rocked my world more than I thought it would at the time. I came to realize that I could be as religious, or not, as I wanted, and that I had the freedom to decide what I thought was right or wrong. This didn't mean I had to abandon everything I grew up with, just that I had the freedom to evaluate the things I was taught. I would tell my high school self to question everything, and to realize how restricting high school was, and that college would be, finally, a chance to blossom.

Imagine flying back into the past and landing in front of yourself on the day you are going to graduate high school. What do you say? Do you tell yourself to avoid something specific? Do you warn of the hardships ahead? Or do you look yourself in the eye and say, “persevere.” In my experience, when faced with the question of how you would answer, many people say they would caution against something or impart a nugget of wisdom to help their future self, yet I think there is something more important for my old self to know. If I told myself not to do this or avoid doing that I think I would miss many of the lessons I have learned. The greatest wisdom I could endow to my former self is, no matter what may come you can muster the strength to fight through it and on the other side you will find wisdom, knowledge, and joy. Life may throw you a curve ball but in perseverance there are lessons to be learned and dreams to be formed. So to my past self I say “never give up, always persevere, and never forget to dream.”

Work harder, even if it seems like it's pointless, it's not. Doing your best and achieving your goals is important, because not only will it help obtain financial aid (since college can be pricey), but you'll make yourself and your family proud. Think about it, you're going to be the first in your family to attend college, you want to do your best. You're smart, and you can do this, even if it seems tough or if you don't understand, keep trying. You'll get it, eventually.

“Remain curious and use hard work and dedication to strive for excellence”. That would be the advice that I give to my high school senior self should I have the opportunity to time travel. After experiencing college, it became apparent that curiosity stemming from “the desire to learn” is necessary for any successful academic journey. Without the passion and the hunger for knowledge, attending college would become a burden without joy. Instead, of seeing each lecture as an onus, every class should be seen as an opportunity to grow and shine. This however must be coupled with hard work and dedication. For no true successful venture and no great work can be finished without toil and perseverance. The same applies for academic achievements as they are significant accomplishments in life that must be earned through a “marathon” requiring years of classes and hours of study. Intelligence and wit can only go so far but curiosity partnered with hard work and dedication will take one exponentially farther in their journey to accomplish their goals and dreams. Therefore, I cannot leave lesser words of wisdom to my younger self but to remain curious and with hard work and dedication, attain human excellence.

If I could go back and talk to myself as a high school senior I would say there is a lot you don't know. First would be not to talk to or trust anyone hanging around asking for money on a fund raiser, scamers exist out there. Second would be not to think living 600 miles away is so easy like I thought it would be. Having no one around will come to a realization soon enough and the feeling of loneliness will be unbarable. Another would be to see the counsler sooner, there is nothing wrong with it and it does not mean I am crazy, it is best to spill things out to someone than keep them bottled up. Then I would warn myself about long distance relationships and the great possibility of it not working out. The last thing I would tell my future self is to swallow any self-pride or anti-social feelings and make friends because staying in on weekend isn't always fun.

If I could share the wisdom that I have now with myself as a high school senior I believe I could impact my current quality of living. The first thing that I would change is attend high school at Lincoln College Preparatory of Kansas City Missouri because the focus of their curriculum was math and science. With math and science skills your career options are endless. I would also instruct myself to prepare for the ACT; I truly did not know much about college entrance exams. I had no idea that the library had practice material for the ACT. Another area that I could have used some guidance was applying for scholarships. Additionally, I would advise not to be in a hurry to step into adulthood. I would say slow down, and focus on completing college. When I started attending college, I was also married with children and learned how hard it was to manage attending school and maintaining a family. The advice I would give myself would be to complete college before adding the responsibility of a family. I am currently in school and I want to set an example for my children by finishing college.

Justin, Although you are excited about starting your new life as a college student, you must learn how to prioritize your time so that you have time for classes, studying, and time with peers. And first and foremost set aside at least 10 hours a week for work, to make sure that you have extra spending money and dont have to dip into your scholarship (emergency) funds. Even though you may be a 4.0 student now, the transition from High School to College means that you are treading on new gounds. Dont go in thinking you are prepared for anything, because you are not. Seek advice from College Sophomores that you meet and ask them for hints on how to be successful.

The most important advice I would tell my high school self is to attend class every day and remember that all of the hard work and studying WILL pay off. Some classes that I took my freshman year may have not gone so smoothly if I were a person to skip class. I definitely believe that attending class every day and taking notes is the easiest way to achieve an A. Thankfully, I learned this all very quickly, but first semester, when I did skip classes, I realized how much harder it was to keep up in class. As long as you prove to your professors and to yourself that you are giving the most effort possible, you'll succeed in any class you take.

Weigh out your priorities. Accomplish what needs to be done. Sometimes, you are forced to do things you don't want to do in order to achieve those that you do. Take your Adderall every day. Don't be stubborn, it helps. Be true to yourself in order to find friends. Not everybody will like you, like them anyway. Stay focus and always remember what you're passionate about. Don't let yourself get sidetracked, or you will feel unfulfilled. Be frugal with money. Don't believe in things just because it's what you're supposed to believe in, believe what is truly inside of you. Sometimes life is difficult, let others be there for you. When you take care of your To Do list, all of these things are easier. Good luck.

i would tell myself to sign up for everything alot earlier.

Go back to in time to see my self in high school as a senior, there would be a few things I would tell myself. I would tell myself to be sure to sign up for all the scholarships in August or September instead of waiting until the last minute. The second thing I would tell myself is to making sure to apply to many colleges and think more throughly about what I want to do as a career. I would need a plan for all my classes, places of education, and how I would achieve my goals. Going back in time, I would be sure I am more prepared and get things done ahead of time.

In college, it's extremely important to do well in order to succeed in the far future. Although you have done well enough in high school, college is much more diverse than you would expect. You will be learning newer and more intruiguing subjects in a shorter amount of time, which your teachers will expect you to know well enough to make good marks on your tests and finals. You might have not needed as much help in high school so it would feel strange to take on things like tutoring or talking with your teachers to help you make the grades, but you must be social in college. Although it's out of your comfort zone, it will help you so much and you will enjoy college to the fullest this way. College will help you build character and mature into a fine adult, ready to take on the world. But that won't happen until you know how to open your mind to the world around you. Take on every oppurtunity to grow and succeed, you won't regret it.

I would have focused more in class so my grade point average would have been higher, that way I could have received scholarships to pay for school.

If I could go back in time as a high school senior knowing what I know now about college life and the transition I'd have to face, I would most definitely give myself the advice to not let procrastination get to me! To keep my head on my shoulders and not lose focus on my studies. I would tell myself that I will be in a new place, I will feel weird without my family, but it's alright because they're supporting me to further my education in order to establish a great career for my future. I would also stress to myself that sixteen hours is a lot to take on as a first-time freshman, even though you're really intelligent, thirteen hours max would suffice to get through your first semester. Finally, I would give the advice that my first year of college won't be easy like high school, and even though you already earned eighteen college credit hours, it's still going to be challenging, but that's okay. Do not let that bring you down, you can get through this year, as well as the next ones that are yet to come.

Study hard and make better grades in class. Prepare for the SAT better, and take the ACT test as well. Take practice for AP exams seriously because it will help you take less classes and save money in college. Become part of an organization so that you will be well rounded. Get a job to save you from the possible debt of student loans.

You are about to begin college. You worry about your ability to keep up with the work, what people will think of you, and whether or not you’ll have to get a hall pass to go to the bathroom. You will feel overwhelmed; that’s normal. College life moves along at what often feels like a perpetual sprint. Don’t forget to allow yourself time to process your experiences. The most important thing you can do at college is this: decide to grow up. It’s very easy to let college become a four-year extension of adolescence. Many people around you will be doing just that. Don’t join them! Take responsibility for your actions and recognize that you don’t know as much as you think you know. Cultivate the ability to follow an argument to its logical conclusion. Most importantly, though, take time to get to know people. There are many different ways to live this life. Find out about them, and decide how you will live yours. What you learn in your classes will fade with time, but the person you become while in college will stay with you for the rest of your life.

I would decide to stay in a residential college dorm, because than I would be most likely meet more people my age. I would also join more clubs, because clubs help you meet more people who have like-minds. It is important to meet people because having friends and the people you meet are what makes the college experience. If I could go back to my high school self, I would make sure to stress that I need to get out and make connections. I worked hard my first year of college, but I wish I had made more friends and had more extra-curricular activities. I would also tell my high school self that joining a sorority is a great way to meet people and not to worry about money. I would tell myself that money will come and that I should really just enjoy my college experience and meet people anyway I can.

If I could go back and give my high school self some advice, I would have a lot to say. First off I would give myself a little pep talk and make me realize how smart I could be if I would have worked to my full potential. I would ensure myself that all those advanced classes were classes I should have taken. I would also reassure myself that I've got a lot to offer and a boost in my confidence is well deserved and need. I would beg myself to start working out so by the time I was this age I would be in great shape. I would then tell myself to stop being a pansy and ask that girl that we liked so much out. Lastly, I would tell myself that everything is going to work out and not to worry so much about the little things. I would finish with saying that everything in life always gets better and then give myself the lottery numbers for that week.

I would tell myself that college is a lot more laid back because of the freedoms you are given. I would also tell myself that I will have to study alot more and that the assinments and exams will be alot more challenging. One last thing I would tell myself is to stay prepared for any unanticipated problems that may arise and to stay dedicated because college is very rewarding if you see it all the way through.

I would tell myself to apply to college early. I waited 'til the last minute and didn't get my first choice school. For a while, I was bummed out but I had to remind my self that it wasn't the end of the world.

I would tell myself not to procrastinate. Make a schedule of when you need to get things done by. In order to be a successful student you need to work really hard to achieve set goals. I would also tell myself to handle stress better. Spending time stressing out takes time and energy away from work. Stopping for a few minutes and stepping away from what's stressing you out will calm you down, so you can get back to work without feeling anxious. Another thing I would tell myself is to be more open to talking to strangers. In order to make new friends you need to put yourself out there and step out of your comfort zone. Stop thinking about what people will think of you and go out and explore the college life. Something else I would tell myself is not to lay in bed when doing homework. Make yourself comfortable in the chair in your room or find a seat in the cafeteria or library to get work done. Laying down in bed will make fall asleep, thus making it so much harder to get you work done on time.

The best advise I would give myself if I could go back in time would be to get involved. I would make sure I understood the importance in staying active and taking classes that are out of your comfort zone. I would also tell myself to branch out and meet new friends. One of my biggest regrets of my college career was that I selected my university based off of where all of my friends were going as opposed to choosing the best school for me. I did not even apply to harder schools as I was afraid of rejection. The next advise I would give myself is to not get caught up in the social drama. I would remind myself that I am attending a University and paying quite a bit so i can further my education and make a firm foundation for a career. Finally I would tell myself to not be afraid of failing and take accountability for the failures. You should learn from your mistakes and not write them off as someone elses fault.

May 14, 2009, I was standing in cap and ground with the rest of my graduating class on stage having just completed one of largest tasks I had probably ever accomplished. I graduated high school with an honors diploma through homeschooling with a 3.4 GPA at the age of eighteen with a loathing attitude of studying or academics. Now as I write this I anticipate stepping foot onto the campus of Liberty University. As I reflect on my decision over the past three years I ask myself, ‘self what were you thinking?’ Knowing what I know now, though through much maturing that has occurred since, I would urge myself to take the next step with a leap of faith commencing into a career building education that I would already have a head start on. Looking back I appreciate the success and maturing that took place, yet I would have told myself to adjust my attitude to the place it should be and that is where the Lord, Jesus Christ is in the development of my preparation of a career directive. Perhaps I would have sought more the plans and purposes the Lord has for me in obedient action.

I would go to shool right after i grauduated. and i would save money for college expenses and futrue expenses. Also not to myself i would let other seniors know right now the key is to not stop school keep going to school until u cant go to school anymore. Also keep up my grades at least aim for all A's if i could give myself advice .

Dear 17 year old Courtney, Looking back on what I know now, I have some advice for you for the coming years. College is supposed to be hard, but fun! Make sure you are taking advantage of every resource that is available, from the library databases to the professors available. This will give you advantages in school and will also make you more confident in what you are studying. Also, get involved early. Play an intramural sport, take a gym class, join an organization. The more involved you get, the more friends you will find and the more fun you will have! Don't let your school work take over, but make sure you take the time to study. My last final piece of advice is, make sure you study abroad! It is the best experience a college student can get, and a great way to see the world! Good luck these coming years! You will do great, even when times get hard! Sincerely, 21 year old Courtney

To never give up because the road has been long and so many hills, turns etc. I would of went start to a university instead of going to community college, because I believe I could of been done by now if I would of made that decision. I also graduated from high school in only two years, and I wish I could go back to enjoy the full four years, and go to prom and events.

Most of my advice would be driven towards music and musicians' suggestions, since most of my classes are in fact music classes. However, if I had to say something about college itself, it would be to choose your class schedules very wisely, and to make sure you leave enough time for yourself. Things can build up on you very quickly, and if you don't take appropriate measures, then you will not survive academically. Also, an even bigger piece of advice I would say, is to be organized effectively. One thing I've learned is that if you are highly organized, then the pressures of everything will not be so umbearable. I for one am a really good organizer, and I can say from personal experience that organization is one of the greatest aids to college success.

You're right! You will be staying out all night... at the LIBRARY, at least school nights anyway. College is definelty a change, and no matter how hard you think you've prepped yourself, you are in for a complete alteration in the way you live your life. But it's a good thing! Depending on how you register for classes you'll most likely have more down time than you think. Use this time to go over the notes you took, work out, sleep, or hangout with friends. Just make sure that you evenly distribute your free time among all of those things. A little bit of advice about regestering, even if you have a short attention span take the classes that only meet twice a week you almost always get out early and you only have to go twice a week rather than three times! You will, without a doubt have crazy nights but they almost always happen on Friday and Saturday nights, so don't push yourself to go act crazy on a Tuesday night.. it will catch up with you later. Not to sound Asher Roth, but I LOVE college, you're in for a treat!

I would tell myself not to slack off in freshman year and listen to everyone who is telling you that you are going to study more. To go to your teacher study hours and get them to help you out. Also you should join the clubs that you want to be in. Do not rush on deciding what major is right for you. To get know some people in your class so yall can help each other out. To go oline and look for cheaper textbooks. Very important one, to go over the material right after class rather than waiting for the night before your test.

The most important advice I would give my high school self would be to take as many AP exams as possible and study for them as much as possible. Classes in college are expensive, and AP exams are very cheap in comparison and will save you so much money. I would have been more proactive in looking for scholarships in order to have less debt upon graduation. I should have taken the SAT at least one more time to impove my score. The test was made me so nervous that I couldn't find the will to take it again, even though it didn't reflect my intelligence in the least bit. On a personal note, I would have joined more organizations my freshman year. The people I have met through organizations in my later years have proved to be helpful and wonderful people. The last bit of advice I would give myself would be to take more advange of all the free programs and events offered on campus and in the community. There are an abundance of them and almost all the ones I have been to have provided me with some kind of value!

Work hard. It's going to be tough, and you're going to get distracted. A lot. That's ok, though. Follow your insticts because you're going to have a lot of really hard decisions that will affect you, sometimes heavily. Relax when you need to because there are going to be plenty of times when you wont have the opportunity- that's what this whole experience is, a test. And it isn't a test you can study for, it's a test of will, to see how far you're willing to go FOR YOURSELF. There are going to be times when you stay up late for fun and nights you'll stay up working, make sure you know the difference. GO TO CLASS! As a freshly minted college student you'll love the idea that attendence is optional, but trust me here, it is the best barometer for your success. Don't be scared that you don't know what you want to do, you'll figure it out, even if it's YEARS after you graduate. Just keep trying to do what makes you happy. Finally, have fun. You'll remember it forever.

Focus on the goal. Do not get distracted by all of the things around you and get your work done. Apply to be an RA early and don't mess up your interview for Diamond Sweethearts the first time around. Get to know TONS of people in your dorm and be friendly to everyone you meet. Workout daily and eat healthy. Stay connected with your family and friends and don't let life pass you by. TALK TO YOUR TEACHERS. They have things to teach you and you don't have to stop learning in class. Don't feel that you have to drink in college. Keep your morals and faith and let god lead you through your hard times. You can do anything you set your mind to. You just have to be an adult and take the lead.

I am a 56 year old black female, with 3 children, which are all grown up now, If i could go back in time, i would go back to college and get me a degree, because it was very hard taking care of my kids by myself, with the grace of GOD, i did it, now that they are all grown up i want to go back to school and get my degree, so i can help other young people.

I would tell myself to not start to slack off. You need to keep your studying pinned at full throttle. It is a slippery sloop when you decide to start "taking it easy". You are not going to be in High School anymore. The times of NEVER studying and still makeing an "A" in the class are over. That type of attitude will get you a "B" at best, most likey a "C" though. You are better than that. Its not going to kill you to read a little.

I would tell my high school self: First of all Rachel, college is a growing experience. You will make mistakes. The most important thing is that you learn from the mistakes you make. Most college students have to adjust to the college courses and change their studying habits. What works as a study habit for everybody else might not work for you. Study habits can also vary from class to class or professor to professor. The best advice I can give to adjust to studying is to try everything and stick with what works. Dont be afraid to talk to your teachers on a one to one level, even if there are hundreds of people in the class. This will benefit you come exam and grading time. Your academic advisor will become your best friend and a major factor to your academic sucess. Don't be afraid to schedule appointments with him even if you've alrteady had the required meeting for the semester. Lastly, get involved in as many clubs as you can (but dont let your grades slip). Being involved will help you make friends, feel a sense of community, and cope with adversity. You'll do fine!

Don’t step into the college experience.....leap into it! Shed yourself of any inhibitions you ever had in high school and submerge yourself in the discoveries that are available to you academically, socially, physically and emotionally. This is your opportunity to mold yourself into the person you’ve always dreamed of becoming. Start the moment you step onto campus. Study more than you ever imagined, never skip classes and don't be afraid to ask for help. You have to determine what you need to do to prepare yourself for class. If you feel like you need more clarification, attend a campus tutoring session or contact your professor. Don’t let fear keep you from getting involved. Face your fears by being proactive. Seek out classes that interest you, people that inspire you, activities that motivate you and experiences that intrigue you. Balance all of these activities with good time management because everything you want and desire is within your reach and is ultimately a result of your actions. The sooner you take responsibility for your own future, the sooner you will reap all of the joys and benefits of college life.

I would like to advise my high school self not to worry about all the drama that friends and little social groups can create. It takes so much time trying to please all your friends and be a certain way when I should have just worried about what I wanted out of life and what would make me happy. I should have been myself, and if my friends liked me, that would be great, and if not, it was their loss. Then I would also know who my true friends were. I hardly see any of those people anymore, and when I do and they are without their posse, they're average people just like me. In high school, it would be better to look to your own future and what you want to be and do. I could have taken classes that pleased me and helped my future instead of what I thought would look normal to everyone else. I would hate to look back on my high school years as the best years of my life because I didn't focus on the futire. I want all my future years to be the best years of my life!

I am pretty sure many of us would go back in time and tell ourselves what we know now about life that we did not know before. Now that I am in college, there are a lot of things I have learned that I wish I had known back in high school. If I could go back into time, I would tell my high school self that there is much more time than I think. In high school, I would feel like I had so much to do with school work, band, and drama club. Thinking about it, I had a lot of time. Even though I had all those activities, I still had time to play games, watch television, and chat on the computer. Now that I am in college, I realize that there is so much more going on that I have to deal with, and there is no time to play video games or chat on the computer like before. I could have accomplished more and probably made some cool projects if I had known how much time I had on my hands. For now, I plan on using my time wisely for the best outcome.