A letter writer’s mom gets mad when she starts to cry. Our elder hopes that their own experience can help. Dear EWC I cry so easily. Whether it be watching…
A family party from hell
My uncle is dying but my mother literally makes my wife sick. Can we all just get along? Erm, unlikely, says our elder. Dear EWC Good morning, So, I have…
My sister thinks I’m a servant!
A letter writer’s sister takes sibling squabbles to a whole new level. Can our elder help him find some strategies to deal with her behavior? Dear EWC I am a…
My uncle is creeping me out
A letter writer’s uncle started messaging her, and then it all got uncomfortable. Should she tell her family? Our elder has some sage advice. Dear EWC Recently my uncle started…
Should I stay or should I go?
My partner needs me overseas; my adult son needs me here. How can I be with both of them at the same time? It’s a tough one, says our elder….
Father-in-law won’t take the hint
Her needy father-in-law is seriously cramping their style. Our elder has some tips on helping him to get out of the house. Dear EWC My husband and I have been…
Rejected by my family in the ER
A letter writer confides: My family didn’t care when I was rushed to hospital. Our elder is stunned by their callousness and advises seeking independence as soon as possible….
In love with the local bad boy
A letter writer can’t tell her parents about her boyfriend because she knows they won’t approve. Our elder sympathizes: it can be tough coping with the rumors when you live…
How can I turn vegetarian?
A teen wants to explore being vegetarian but worries about what their parents will think. Perhaps it’s time to start making yourself useful in the kitchen, suggests our elder. …
My mom doesn’t listen!
She even blamed me for burning the cookies. What can I do? If you’ve ever had trouble getting your voice heard, our elder has some tried and tested strategies. …