For this apprentice nurse, caring for dementia patients has worn her down. Time to give up or keep going? Our elder advises looking to the future. Here’s how. Dear EWC:…
Should I send him to boot camp?
What to do when you’re in charge of a child who’s not your own—and behavioral problems abound? While our elder’s impressed with this aunt’s dedication, she needs to proceed with…
Listen to your gut
She’s never been able to trust but this time she tried. Read on for our elder’s take on why it’s important to trust your instincts. You know you best. Dear…
But does she really like me?
They spend days together and can’t stop smiling. He’s met her mum. Could this be a relationship, he wonders? “That’s a yes!” says our elder. Read on for more clues…
Show me the money!
Lending to a friend is… Awkward. But when he rarely pays it back? Don’t bank on him changing, says our elder. You have to say, “No more.” Dear EWC: One…
Conquering collegiate confusion
What to do when you’re already a senior but still undecided? Read on for our elder’s Q&A approach to making a decision. Dear EWC: As my title states, I am…
A family afraid
An abusive father is making their life unbearable. You’re not to blame, says our elder, but you do need to seek help. Dear EWC: I am living with a narcissistic…
A platonic or romantic love?
Two besties might have been into each other. And then, quarantine. Our elder maps out a plan to get these two talking again. Dear EWC: I think that I am…
Open the door to your future
She’s torn between more work or more education. Yes, times may be tough now, says our elder, but an investment in yourself will always pay off. Dear EWC: I’m currently…
She’s 16 and wants a baby. Now.
Not a great plan, says our elder. Read on for his thorough and thoughtful analysis on what it takes to raise a child at such a young age. Dear EWC:…