I want to go to college out of state but I know my mom will be sad. Do I have to stay in Kansas? Our elder has some helpful advice…
Help me fly the nest!
What’s stopping me leaving home? Our elder helps a letter writer move past his emotional blocks and make a moving-out plan. Dear EWC I am still in California and living…
Help! All my friends are stoners
A letter writer wants to ditch the weed and move on with her life. Our elder has some suggestions. Dear EWC Hello! I am very lost and need some advice….
Can’t escape my sexy fanfic past
There’s a bunch of racy novels out there with my name all over them. Will it stop me getting a decent job, asks a writer? Don’t let the past weigh…
Two weeks notice—seriously?
He’s moving on to a better job but doesn’t trust his current employer to play fair. Our elder has some expert advice on how to hand in your notice. Dear…
I have feelings for my teacher
If I just keep quiet about my crush, will it go away? Er, no, says our elder. Talk it through with someone you trust. Dear EWC Hello, so I have…
I can change! No, really
He got drunk and insulted his girlfriend but now he wants her back. That depends on how she’s feeling, says our elder. Dear EWC So for the last couple of…
Should I tell my 15-year crush?
A letter writer is feeling frustrated: is it time to tell her friend how she really feels? Yes, yes, yes says our elder. Why waste any more time? Dear EWC…
I’m 18; he’s 14. Am I a cougar?
A letter writer finds romance on the internet but worries about the age difference. Our elder advises caution: a 14-year-old is still a child in the eyes of the law….
Rejected by my family in the ER
A letter writer confides: My family didn’t care when I was rushed to hospital. Our elder is stunned by their callousness and advises seeking independence as soon as possible….