A pregnant college student has been abandoned by the father of her baby. Our elder has some advice on how to decide what to do next – starting with finding…
When three become two
My friends and I used to be a trio but now they are leaving me out. You’re worth more than this, says our elder. Here’s how to move on. …
A better college or my GF?
A letter writer is choosing between two colleges. He prefers the more respected college and the “college experience” – but his girlfriend wants to keep him close. Dear EWC…
Washington or the Golden State?
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…