I’m so socially awkward that I have no-one else to talk to. You are not alone, says our elder. But the good news is that you can overcome this. Dear…
Roommate thinks I’m useless
I recently moved in with my best friend and it’s not going well. It’s time you stood up for yourself, says our elder. Try to agree some ground rules and…
My friend won’t talk to me
I get that she’s struggling. But I was there for her; why can’t she be there for me? Just let her know you are there for her when she’s ready,…
Where are my college friends?
It’s not like I haven’t tried… Our elder has some advice for a student who’s finding campus life lonely. Dear EWC I’m writing today because I feel very lonely. It’s…
My friends weren’t there for me
I managed to leave my toxic boyfriend but now I feel distant from my friends. Stop beating up on yourself, says our elder, and find someone you can talk to…
I’ve turned into a stranger!
After an exchange year abroad, I don’t feel like the same person anymore. Should I tell my friends? Congratulations on embracing the experience so fully, says our elder. Don’t worry;…
My new friend did blackface!
I thought he was kidding, but he wasn’t. Should I say something? It’s definitely time for a conversation, says our elder. This is a real teachable moment. Dear EWC I…
Ew! Stop with the PDA already!
My best friend and her boyfriend are always making out and now I hate hanging out with them. You can’t change their behaviour, says our elder. But you can try…
My friend has cancer
How will I cope without her? It will take some time to adjust, says our elder, but now it’s your turn to be there for your friend. Dear EWC I…
Is my co-worker a creep?
He said he liked my dimples — but it’s clear we’re just friends, right? Erm… sounds like he might want a bit more than that, says our elder. Trust your…