I have a crush on this guy – how can I tell him without making it awkward? Our elder has a script. Dear EWC I’ve had a crush on…
From first kiss to bootcamp
I met a girl but I’m joining the Marines. Should I break it off now to save heartache later on? Not necessarily, says our elder. Make the most of the…
Playing the playboy
I want to date girls but I don’t want to look like a playboy. Should I keep asking them out? For sure, says our elder. Just treat the girls you…
Stay or start dating?
I don’t know if I want to stay with my boyfriend but I don’t want to break his heart. Our elder counsels a 21 year old who’s never had a…
Partners in trauma
This letter writer is having family issues and doesn’t want to drag her boyfriend down. Separate your relationship from your trauma, says our elder. Then trust your gut. Dear…
Closing the distance
This letter writer is studying in the US, while her boyfriend is in the UK. Should she move there? Should he move here? One of you might need to be…
Long-distance love or the FBI?
My boyfriend lives across the pond – which makes my dream career in the CIA or FBI a little tricky. Our elder helps this letter writer assess her options. …
Dating… but no dates
We hang out but it doesn’t feel like dating. Is this the guy for me? Enjoy your time together and take the time to assess the way you feel, says…
His friends hate me
Well, I did cheat on him twice… This letter writer is back with her boyfriend, but his friends have concerns. They’re only trying to protect him, says our elder. Give…
He’s no good, but…
My summer fling keeps popping up and I can’t get him out of my head. Stop feeding your crush, says our elder, and let go of the fantasy. Dear…