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…
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…
Friends for now or forever
How to keep FaceTime friendships alive when life goes offline? Keeping in touch requires commitment, says our elder—no matter where you connect. Dear EWC: Hi, I am in the 7th…
Show me the money!
Lending to a friend is… Awkward. But when he rarely pays it back? Don’t bank on him changing, says our elder. You have to say, “No more.” Dear EWC: One…
When to re-friend
It was a bad fight but she misses her friend. Should they reconnect? Our elder suggests weighing the pros and cons before reinvesting in the friendship. Dear EWC: I’m in…
Moving beyond the friend zone
Her flirting has this bestie wondering if they’re more than just friends. No wonder you’re confused, says our elder! But only she knows for sure. Dear EWC: Hi! One of…
Facebook friends… Or more?
They’ve hooked up. But one’s ashamed of his sexuality. The other’s losing interest. Follow your instincts, says our elder. They’re usually right. Dear EWC: I (22) added John (20) on…
Too soon to unfriend?
She and her bestie broke up but they might not be ready to call it quits for good. People do weird things, says our elder. Give it some time and…
Underage cousin. Risky posts.
She’s mad that I called her out. And she’s still posting lewd stuff! Even if your intentions were good, says our elder, you may need to apologize. Dear EWC: Well…
Do I want to be popular?
When you’ve got good friends who make you happy, what more could you want? This middle-schooler asks our elder if she’s missing out. Dear EWC: I know this may sound…