I moved from the Midwest to New York for college and I’m finding it hard to fit in. Should I give up my scholarship and move back to be with…
My wife hates my leggings!
I like wearing leggings, but my wife says they make me look like a crossdresser. Maybe save them for the gym, says our elder — if only in the interests…
Party’s over… but not for my BF
My best friend and roommate love partying, but I’ve had enough. Can I stop going to the club but still keep her friendship? You do have a choice, says our…
Controlling parents… I’m 40!
My parents only see the negative me and it’s ruining my relationships with everyone else. It won’t be easy, says our elder. But you can — and must — break…
My daughter is depressed
My daughter has anxiety and depression, but I can’t afford to pay for counseling. Help! Our elder has some practical suggestions — and some reassuring words. Dear EWC I am…
When will it drop on my head?
I don’t know what to do with my life! I keep hoping for a revelation but time is running out. Our elder has some suggestions for a letter writer who’s…
Mom won’t let me go — I’m 28!
I want to move in with my partner, but my controlling mom says she’ll disown me if I leave her. Surely I should be allowed to move on? Absolutely, says…
My GF literally makes me sick!
I was sick one night when I was with my girlfriend, and now I can’t even think about her without feeling nauseous. Help! Our elder has some reassuring words. Dear…
School sex pest
The guy just won’t take a hint! Our elder counsels a letter writer who is being harassed by an older boy at school. Dear EWC There is this guy a…
My mean stepdaughter
Next time my stepdaughter comes to stay, I want to escape to a hotel. Am I being unreasonable? Not at all, says our elder. Stay out of her way, and…