This budding writer dreams of becoming a novelist but then the doubt creeps in. Read on for words of wisdom from our elder on how to believe in yourself. Dear…
Not a fan of change?
Neither is this high school senior. Find out how our elder suggests leaving the familiar and embracing the unknown. Dear EWC: Hello, I am a senior in high school, and…
Boyfriend, may I?
Should I be asking my BF for his permission? Our elder says, “No!” and here’s why. Dear EWC: Hello, I would love to get insight from someone else, especially someone…
Filling in the gap
What to do when you’re confused about college and considering a year off? Our elder says, “Don’t rush yourself.” Dear EWC: Hi! So I am going into my senior year…
Stuck between friends
How do you patch up a rift between old friends and new? Sometimes you can’t say our elder, and some people aren’t worth the effort. Dear EWC: Hello, I have…
When love doesn’t add up
Should you withhold your love just because you don’t get it back? Our elder thinks not. Find those who need love and give it freely. Dear EWC: Hi there… So…
Does she or doesn’t she?
Maybe it’s flirting. Maybe it’s friendly. Our elder offers a few creative approaches to finding out if she really likes you. Dear EWC: A girl that knows I could possibly…
A frightful costume caper
Halloween is scary enough! Read on, if you dare, for a tale of one roommate’s friendship fears—and how our elder’s wickedly clever advice solved her duo costume dilemma. Dear EWC:…
Celebrity crush out of control?
Having a crush is fun and harmless—unless it becomes an obsession. Our elder offers some real-world advice on how to stop living a fantasy life. Dear EWC: Hi. You might…
You’ll never know until you try
What happens when a shy guy and a shy girl think they like each other? Our elder says you’re going to have to take a risk if you want to…