He proposed but she’s not sure what. He’s happy. She’s not convinced. And what about the dog? Our elder helps unravel this tangled relationship. Dear EWC: Hi. I have been…
A full house for the holidays
This college student wonders if she’s being selfish to want everyone together. Our elder thinks not—and has a few hints on how to make it happen. Dear EWC: I am…
Is this guy a sexual predator?
Yes, says our elder, and cautions against ignoring the red flags. Read on for his advice on how to end this online exploitation. Dear EWC: I met this man online…
Do I want to be popular?
When you’ve got good friends who make you happy, what more could you want? This middle-schooler asks our elder if she’s missing out. Dear EWC: I know this may sound…
I’m 30 and I need out
This teacher is more than ready to leave home. But how to tell mom and dad? Our elder scripts a dialogue that may help soften the blow. Dear EWC: I…
This girlfriend’s got issues
There’s a new baby on the way but she wants nothing to do with his young son. Our elder says this conflicted dad is right to be concerned. Dear EWC:…
But what about our kids?
When the ex-husband’s a narcissist, mom has good reason to worry. Our elder suggests he just might be incapable of loving anyone but himself. Dear EWC: My ex-husband repeatedly cheated,…
Too toxic to tolerate
If she’s rude and abusive, is she even a friend? People are who they are, says our elder. Being able to change them is rare. Dear EWC: I have a…
She left me heartbroken
Seven months into an amazing relationship and now she’s with someone new… Our elder has a few ideas for picking up the pieces of a broken heart. Dear EWC: So,…
Do I have what it takes?
It’s easy to lose your motivation when challenged. Don’t give up, says our elder. You’ve got to conquer your fears to get out of that funk. Dear EWC: Hi, the…