… and now I’m off to college. Will changing the way I look help me find the right girl? It sounds like you don’t need to change a thing, says…
I want to be a K-pop idol
But I’m not Korean. Also, I know it won’t make me happy. Your letter is very insightful, says our elder. Why not put in the work to become someone worthy…
What’s in the brown envelope?
It’s exam results day soon, and I’m dreading it. What if my parents and teachers are disappointed in me? It hasn’t happened yet, says our elder. Replace the negative fantasy…
Married to a momma’s boy
They’re constantly on the phone, and she even FaceTimes him topless! You’re going to have to talk with him, says our elder. This can’t continue. Dear EWC My husband is…
My toxic ex friend said sorry
Should I respond? She hurt you, says our elder. You can respond without re-engaging. Dear EWC My ex-best friend and I weren’t speaking anymore. I was in a toxic friendship…
Daughter caught having sex
My 15-year-old had sex with her boyfriend in our house and now Dad’s mad! How can I help Her? You’re doing a great job already, says our elder. Keep on…
An older boy and sexual banter
He’s 16, I’m 12, and now the police are involved. It sounds like he has the wrong intentions, says our elder. Stay away. Dear EWC Hi, I’m a 12-year-old girl…
Toxic guys in quarantine
I spend all my time talking to guys on my phone and I’m questioning my self-worth. Shift your focus, says our elder. Anything you can do that is productive will…
Mom doesn’t know I’m divorced
She’s 92 and has dementia, but I feel bad keeping it a secret. Should I tell her? Usually I’d say that honesty is best, says our elder. But this time,…
My brother the manipulator
I love my brother but he’s thoughtless and entitled. Our elder thinks a few other adjectives might be appropriate… and has some suggestions on how to establish boundaries. Dear EWC…