I love Hawaii but there’s just one catch – my drug-addicted ex. You were brave to leave and there’s not going back, says our elder. Now it’s time to focus…
School stress: can’t sleep
I spend 12 hours a day on schoolwork and the stress is unbearable. Help! Our elder, a former educator, has some tips for a student who’s feeling anxious about school….
Losing focus at school
A student is finding online math classes a struggle. I suspect you’re being too hard on yourself, says our elder. Open up to your teacher and start asking for the…
Should I just stay out of it?
I want to help a friend who’s having a hard time, but my mom says she’s just another one of my ‘stray dogs’. Who’s right? I’m with your mom on…
When BF’s bestie is a leech
She thinks her boyfriend is being used. He’s OK with it. While money may or may not be the root of all evil, our elder agrees it’s driving a wedge…
Dreaming my life away
Everyone fantasizes—but what happens when those daydreams end in real-life disappointment? Although you may not be able to achieve perfection every time, our elder shares his tips for envisioning the…
Full of frustration and regret
No wonder, says our elder! Taking care of her thankless parents has left this 40 year-old feeling like a failure. There is hope—but self-respect is essential to moving forward. …
The lingering toll of 2020
Lockdown. Quarantine. Safer at home. Who hasn’t lost touch with friends? Our elder suggests that this high-school grad take the lead to reconnect with classmates. Read on for her ideas…
How to follow your passion
This middle-schooler loves art. But is it a realistic career? Don’t give up, advises our elder. He also offers a few tips on how to find the future that’s right…
Just say “no” to negativity
When depression fuels self-doubt, it’s hard to stop the spiral. Our elder shares her story—along with advice on how to be your own cheerleader. Dear EWC: Hi I’m 40 and…