I’ve struggled to make friends at my new high school and to make it worse, my teacher screamed at me. Her behavior was not appropriate, says our elder. It’s time…
Saying no to a narcissist
My friend only cares about herself. How can I learn to say no to her? If you want to be rid of her, then you’ll need to set some boundaries,…
Write expectations
My parents both dropped out. Can I still get to college and become a writer? You’re on the right path, says our elder. Keep on following your passion. Dear EWC…
My fiancé is still married
Can I make him get an annulment? Our elder advises a letter writer who is caught between love and the Catholic Church. Dear EWC I have been with this guy…
We argued; now he needs me
My SO and I had a big fight right before he lost someone in his family. How can I support him? First, figure out if you can forgive him, says…
Guilt or revenge?
A girl ruined my life last year; this year the tables turned. Am I a bad person? One episode doesn’t define who we are, says our elder. From now on,…
I’m so shy!
A letter-writer is afraid of making mistakes and being judged. I know just how you feel, says our elder – I’m an introvert too. Here’s what works for me. …
Growing apart from Mom
Can we reconnect before I go to college? I appreciate your maturity, says our elder. Here are a few suggestions for tackling a conversation with your mom. Dear EWC…
Senior stress: I’m out of whack
A summer course, honors classes and a failed driving test have a letter-writer feeling stressed. Can our elder help her put things in perspective? Dear EWC This is my…
My friend is a drain
She’s always crying about her problems. Is this a normal part of friendship? It does sound one-sided, says our elder. Maybe it’s time to have an honest conversation. Dear…