I knew I’d done badly… but not this badly. Our elder reassures a letter writer who feels bad after a less-than-stellar debate performance at school. Dear EWC At school…
More like a maid than a fiancé
My friend’s fiancé won’t help with chores and makes her feel like a maid. How can I help? You can’t make her leave him, says our elder. All you can…
From poverty to wellness
No drivers license, no college degree… but I love lifting weights. Could studying wellness at community college help a letter writer get more out of life? Original Letter I…
He just wants sex – I’m a virgin
I don’t feel comfortable going there yet. Should we break up? Listen to your instincts, says our elder, and find someone who respects your boundaries. Dear EWC Okay so my…
5 siblings, homophobic parents
No wonder this college freshman wants to move out. Can our elder help her plan her escape? Dear EWC Hi! I’m an 18-year-old freshman in online college. I currently…
Wanted: new friends
How can I expand my friendship circle? Our elder advises an introvert to try reconnecting with her old friends from high school, as well as finding ways to be around…
College or police academy?
A letter writer dreams of joining the police force. Our elder has a few ideas on how to get there. Dear EWC Hello, I’m 16 years old (late birthday…
My abusive stepdad
No happiness, no friends: how can I deal with my stressful home life? Reach out to someone who can help, says our elder – starting with your brother. Dear…
Will helping make him mad?
My friend is depressed and I want to help him, but he always shuts me down. It sounds like he is not ready to change yet, says our elder. Give…
Money or happiness?
Should a letter writer pursue his dream? Our elder is all in favour of doing a job you love; in the meantime, a spreadsheet will help narrow down the options….