This letter writer wants to become a software developer but just can’t get the marks at college. Are you sure this is the right career choice for you, asks our…
There’s this boy I like…
And also, I failed an exam. This letter writer has had a bad week at university. Can our elder help her climb out of the spiral? Dear EWC There…
I’m in a bad place
Our elder has some reassurance for a letter writer who just needs to hear that everything will be OK. Will gratitude help the sad times pass? Dear EWC I’m…
Mom, I’m marrying him!
How can I get my mom to accept my autistic boyfriend? He’s going to propose to me. Maybe she just needs to get to know him a bit better, says…
What if I die today?
After losing her sister, this letter writer started having intrusive thoughts. Your best bet is to try therapy, says our elder. Honor your sister’s memory, and look after yourself. …
What comes after “Hi”?
A tongue-tied letter writer struggles to talk to people they don’t know well. Our letter writer shares their favorite conversation starters. Dear EWC I recently realized that I have…
Can I move on from HR?
A confused letter writer is looking to make a career switch. Luckily, our elder used to be a career counselor and has some sage advice. Dear EWC Hello, First…
He’s keeping me a secret
Is this a red flag? Our elder has some candid advice for a letter writer whose long-distance relationship is getting a little fraught. Dear EWC Hi, I’m 17 years…
Can I be a doctor?
I’m worried that I won’t be good enough. Our elder prescribes a course of vision, passion and action to get this letter writer back on track. Dear EWC The…
When intimacy leads to shame
This letter writer fell into a depression after losing her virginity with an ex; now happily engaged, she fears the same thing happening again. Our elder has some tips on…