I feel like I need to be important but I don’t know what to do with my life. You are already valuable, says our elder. Accept who you are, and…
What happens when we die?
I can’t bear the thought of simply not existing. It’s very common to have a fear of dying, says our elder. Know that you are not alone, and work on…
How to survive hard times
A letter writer is looking for advice on getting through the pandemic. Our elder shares his experience of his wife’s illness, and his tips for keeping busy during Covid. …
College in the UK
A student is considering crossing the Pond for college. It would be a wonderful opportunity, says our elder. Take time to do your research and remember that you can always…
No, I’m not fine
A mother confesses that she’s exhausted and tired of pretending. You’re not alone, says our elder. Make an appointment with your doctor and take the next step. Dear EWC…
How do I get out of this swamp?
A letter writer longs to feel “normal”. Our elder reassures him: It’s OK to be different. Dear EWC What should I do? How do I get out of this…
I lied because I don’t like you
A letter writer told a girl he was gay so that she’d leave him alone. Then she found out he lied. Can our elder help him find the words to…
About that pool of vomit…
This freshman slipped in vomit at her first school dance. Will she ever live it down? Own it, says our elder. And remember that success is the best revenge. …
I’m not anxious; I’m a fake!
This letter writer is being treated for anxiety – trouble is, she faked her personality and it’s the wrong diagnosis. Our elder encourages her to be honest with her psychologist….
Dating: what are the rules?
Like, when do we get to call each other boyfriend and girlfriend? Our elder has news for a 15-year-old letter writer: there are no rules. We all just make it…