My friends and family say it won’t be the end of the world if I don’t get in — but I’m so stressed! You’ve done everything you can, says our…
I flunked a debate
Public speaking is not my favorite activity, but I didn’t expect to do this badly! Don’t worry, says our elder: Learn as much as you can from the experience and…
Quit school to be a babysitter?
My mom and her ex had a fight… and now I’m stuck babysitting my siblings. Should I give up school? They are not your responsibility, says our elder. Sit down…
I don’t want to sing anymore
I’m majoring in vocal at art school, but I’ve lost all my passion for singing. Should I switch schools? Our elder helps a letter writer who has lost their motivation….
Should I freeze my teacher out?
My teacher has been like a father figure to me, but I’m graduating soon. Should I go cold on him to make leaving high school easier? Or give him a…
My parents expect straight As…
… but they can’t see that I’m struggling! Breathe, says our elder. Nobody needs to be perfect. Keep communicating with your parents and seek the support you need. Dear EWC…
Too angry to get to school
I yell and rant so much every morning that I often end up missing school. How can I change my behavior? Maybe your letter is a sign that you’re growing…
How can I stand up for myself?
When people call me names or take my stuff, I don’t have the courage to say anything. You are stronger than you think, says our elder. It’s brave of you…
Math exam paranoia
I’m dreading my mathematics paper and anxiety makes me sweat! Can you help me relax? Our elder has some top tips for test-taking. You’ll ace it, he says. Dear EWC…
School is evil…
… and I’m not gonna drink the Kool-Aid. Can you help me get through the next two years of high school? Our elder can empathize — he dropped out of…