A letter writer is fed up of staying in his room all day (not to mention his controlling parents). Can our elder’s suggestions help him to break free and start…
Am I trailer trash?
My fiance’s family have offered to sell us their mobile home, but my best friend and sister say it’s trashy. What should I do? There’s nothing trashy about a trailer,…
How do I let go of my dream?
A letter writer longs to see his novels published, but recognizes that it’s probably never going to happen. Don’t give up, says our elder. Dear EWC I write novels as…
Am I a sex addict?
A letter writer has worked hard to overcome a difficult background, but still seeks solace in casual sex. Can our elder help her break the habit? Dear EWC I’m turning…
Please pay for my therapy!
I’m depressed and I want to have therapy — but I’m scared my parents won’t want to pay. Don’t panic, says our elder. There is always help out there. Dear…
Hate myself for being judge
My artist brother embarrasses me, but I don’t like feeling this way. How can I change? Our elder has some poetry recommendations that might help Dear EWC Hello, I’m in…
I can’t get up in the morning!
Not everyone is a morning person. Can our elders help a letter writer who’s having serious trouble with a 7am start? Dear EWC So I have serious issues with waking…
I can’t do downtime
A letter writer is struggling with feelings of guilt every time they stop being “productive”. It’s all about balance, explains our elder. Dear EWC Hello! I have recently noticed that…
Can I go back to dance class?
The thing is, my dance teacher reported my boyfriend for statutory rape. Put yourself in her shoes, says our elder, and take the high road. And for sure, keep on…
I’m obsessed with dying!
A letter writer finally has everything she ever wanted… only for terrifying thoughts to start creeping in. Our elder has some strategies to break free from these fears. Dear EWC…