A letter writer wonders whether to move state with her boyfriend or to stay with her family. It’s a tough decision, says our elder – but it’s not irreversible. …
Dreams of helping the Environment
Elder Wisdom Circle frequently receives letters from young people with concerns about their educational path after high school. Danielle, an undergraduate student, had been passionate about science and research her…
I have autism
Do I need to tell people that I’m on the spectrum? Our elder, whose brother has autism, shares some advice with a letter writer who feels alone after their diagnosis….
Nobody’s reading my book
Is it worth self-publishing on Amazon? Our elder has some words of wisdom for a writer whose online sales are not what they’d hoped. Dear EWC As you may…
Stop with all the questions!
I met this guy who fixed my AC, and now he won’t stop texting me personal questions. Help! You are right to be careful, says our elder. Set boundaries and…
Should I meet my birth mom?
I recently found my birth mother on Facebook. Should I reach out? You have a right to know where you come from, says our elder. But figure out what you…
He’s not even my boyfriend!
This guy I’ve been talking too is way too clingy. How can I get him off my back? Tell him you’re not interested, says our elder. Be determined but firm….
College is not going as planned
I’m just so lonely. Can our elder help a letter writer who’s struggling to make friends at college? Dear EWC It’s been a while since I submitted one of…
Stressed-out loser
I weigh over 200 lbs, I’m failing my courses and I don’t have a plan. Can our elder help a letter writer find the positive next step? Dear EWC…