This student is trying to decide between two career paths, and she’d like to finalize her choice before she gets to college. First, choose your college, says our elder. Then you…
The middle school mean girl
My former bully hasn’t made friends in high school. Should I be nice to her? You don’t have to go out of your way, says our elder. But be open…
Working Through Dark Emotions
Mona wrote into Elder Wisdom Circle from Phnom Penh, Cambodia, to ask for guidance in dealing with stress over school and life decisions. She said that her parents and teachers…
Eek! It’s the green-eyed monster
I get jealous when my friend talks to someone else. How can I avoid this? It’s down to insecurity, says our elder. Opening yourself up to more friendships will help….
Labor of love or just labor?
A letter writer is looking for career guidance – should she find a dream to chase or accept the day to day? Our elder has a tip: volunteering changed their…
My boyfriends other girlfriend
He only chats to her online, but it’s ruining my sleep. Am I right to be worried? I’m not surprised you’re losing sleep, says our elder. He needs to address…
I have nothing besides school
A freshman has realised that school is not enough. How can she find new interests? Tumultuous feelings come with the territory at your age, says our elder. Be prepared and…
From astrology to anti-vaxxer
The mother of my son is taking conspiracy theories way too far. I’m embarrassed. What should I do? I can’t tell you for sure, says our elder. But get that…
What I should have said…
A letter writer never knows how to respond to bad news in the moment. You’re not alone, says our elder. It’s called ‘the spirit of the staircase’. Dear EWC…
I’m so scared of dying
How do you cope with a fear of death? Our elder looks to philosophers, theologians and William Shakespeare to provide some perspective. Dear EWC Hi, I hope this isn’t…