Friendship

When my grandfather died, I realized my relationship with my best friend needs to change. Don’t make any big decisions while you are grieving, says our elder.   Dear EWC…

A letter writer is afraid of being a burden. Our elder has some tips on how she can build her self esteem.   Dear EWC Hello! First of all, thank…

I’ve explained how I feel but they still exclude me. It’s hard, says our elder, but you can choose to move on and find people you have more in common…

A letter writer wants to expand her social circle beyond her boyfriend and her coworkers. From online groups to meeting her boyfriend’s friends, our elder has some ideas of where…

I get jealous when my friend talks to someone else. How can I avoid this? It’s down to insecurity, says our elder.  Opening yourself up to more friendships will help….

And he didn’t take it well! A letter writer’s friend got mad when she told him he crossed her boundaries.  Let me recommend the “I” method, says our elder.  …

My friend’s fiancé won’t help with chores and makes her feel like a maid.  How can I help? You can’t make her leave him, says our elder. All you can…

How can I expand my friendship circle?  Our elder advises an introvert to try reconnecting with her old friends from high school, as well as finding ways to be around…

My friend is depressed and I want to help him, but he always shuts me down.  It sounds like he is not ready to change yet, says our elder. Give…

I’m happy that my best friend has a boyfriend but does he have to invite him along every time?  Schedule some alone time with your friend, and explain why you…