This letter writer wants to reunite with his online long-distance girlfriend. Does she want him back? Our elder is not optimistic. Start exploring meeting people in real life, he says….
My problems keep me awake
And sleeping pills are not working. I sympathize, says our elder, but I’m not a doctor. Speak to a medical professional and tell them everything you’ve told me. Dear…
There’s this boy I like…
And also, I failed an exam. This letter writer has had a bad week at university. Can our elder help her climb out of the spiral? Dear EWC There…
What if I die today?
After losing her sister, this letter writer started having intrusive thoughts. Your best bet is to try therapy, says our elder. Honor your sister’s memory, and look after yourself. …
Can I be a doctor?
I’m worried that I won’t be good enough. Our elder prescribes a course of vision, passion and action to get this letter writer back on track. Dear EWC The…
My ex has a new lover
I’m still heartbroken! How can I accept the fact that she’s moved on? It’s normal to still feel sad, says our elder. Focus on the non romantic parts of your…
I want to show my beauty
Instead, I hide it under a hijab. Can I choose my own life without my family judging me? Our elder has some sage advice about following your own path while…
Where’s the ring, then?
My boyfriend says he believes in marriage but after seven years together, he shows no signs of commitment. Only you can decide whether or not you can keep accepting this,…
The grumpy one in the family
I have trouble communicating with my family, and my relationship isn’t going great either. Stop trying to live up to other people’s expectations, says our elder. Be kind, but honest….
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This letter writer’s celeb crush has made him a social media influencer but is holding him back from a “real” relationship. It’s not altogether healthy, says our elder. Dear…