Should I feel guilty? Sort of, says our elder. It’s right to stand up to a bully – but you did let your emotions get the better of you. …
Anger issues: I just want peace
How can I let go of my anger and hatred, and be a better person? Our elder has some advice on resetting your expectations to achieve inner peace. Dear…
Will I ever stop grieving?
A letter writer worries that he’ll never get over the loss of his brother and grandmother. Grief doesn’t go away, says our elder. But you can learn to integrate it…
Will my ex come back?
I don’t know the answer to that, says our elder. But I can advise you to live your life as if he won’t. Move on as best you can. …
All my friends were toxic
How can I stop feeling fed-up with people? Take heart, says our elder. Your school friends won’t matter for long. Stay true to yourself and you’ll meet great people. …
Addicted to friendship
Since my friends ghosted me, I can’t enjoy anything by myself. Give yourself time to adjust to getting older, says our elder. You’ll soon make new – and real –…
Burning out at school
A letter writer seeks confirmation that it’s not worth burning out over their grades. But, asks our elder, can you find someone to help you see a way through? Dear…
Sometimes what we Believe is Holding us Back is not Valid
Advice-seeker Nita wrote in to Elder Wisdom Circle looking for advice on how to fix her lack of motivation. She said that every time she sat down to do her…
An apology from my bully
My ex-best friend finally apologised for cyber-bullying. Should I reply to her email? Our elder advises sending a brief response – and then moving on. Dear EWC My ex-best…
Not psyched for psychology
A letter writer is having second thoughts about studying psychology. It’s a great subject to study, says our elder – but don’t pressure yourself if it’s not for you. …