A 15-year-old letter writer feels that she’s wasted her life because she doesn’t have close friendships. Our elder has some strategies to start boosting her self-worth. Dear EWC Hi,…
The rule of three
My two besties are leaving me out, and now I feel like a third wheel. Help! It’s human nature, says our elder. Seek out other friends and try not to…
What if he admits his feelings?
I think my friend likes me but I’m scared of what might happen if he admits it to me. Our elder asks: What are you scared of? Write down your…
My friend and my manager
She went behind my back and now I have to do extra work! This letter writer is discovering that work and friendship don’t necessarily mix. Time to walk away, says…
No, you do the meeting
My friend asked me to do her work for her because she was “busy”. Is it OK to ghost her? She’s no friend, says our elder. Ghosting is a pretty…
My best friend blocked me
I forgot to hang out with him one time and now he just ignores me. Should I keep trying? Friendships come and go, says our elder. This one might have…
Ghosted at work
My co-worker follows me on breaks but then ignores me! It’s very hurtful. You’re right, says our elder. Approach him directly to find out why he does this, and go…
Oops! I wasn’t an ally
During a conversation about sex, I might have inadvertently offended one of my friends. How do I make this right? Don’t stress, says our elder. She’ll appreciate an apology. …
Don’t stand so close to me
My friend constantly interrupts by getting so close I can’t breathe. Should I point this out to her? Talk to your friend, says our elder. You’re doing her a favor…
Does my best friend hate me?
She sent me a breakup text but next time I saw her it was just like normal. Her behavior is not acceptable, says our elder. Explain your feelings but stay…