I just returned to my home town during college vacation and it struck me: I never had friends while I was growing up. How can I stop feeling bad about…
New Surroundings: The Movie
But will the movie of my life have a happy or sad ending? Our elder counsels a letter writer who is having trouble settling into his new home with his…
My bf’s parents are so strict!
I can’t see my boyfriend over the summer because his parents are always punishing him. Even my mom can’t convince them to relent. Love can conquer all, says our elder…
How to contact my Insta crush?
I have a crush on a girl I follow on Instagram — but I live 70km away. Should I message her? Whoah, says our elder. Send a harmless message, but…
I lied to get my job
A letter writer never had any intention of sticking around in his job after the summer — so what should he tell his employer when he goes to college? Cut…
I hate my teammate…
…but my coach says we have to be friends. Not true, says our elder. She’s like a work colleague — treat her with respect, but you certainly don’t have to…
One last party before college?
I’m going to college soon, and my parents aren’t making a big deal out of any of my “lasts”. Why can’t they see this year as special? Try to see…
My fiancé makes racist jokes
A letter writer and her fiancé don’t always agree on politics, but he’s really upset her this time. Should she be having second thoughts? Our elder gives it to her…
Nobody takes me seriously!
All my life, I’ve been dismissed and brushed aside. I have a successful life — so why is everyone still treating me like this? Our elder has some strategies for…
School… or sailing the world?
I love my university but I’m a free spirit at heart. How can I follow my passion for adventure? You have your whole life ahead of you, says our elder….