A recovering alcoholic is relying on her mom… for now. Is this OK? Our elder has some compassionate words. Dear EWC Hello, Must be brief, as my story is too…
Only happy behind the wheel
A letter writer just wants to drive somewhere—anywhere—all the time. Do other people feel this too? You bet, says our elder. Dear EWC I have a strong sense of wanderlust;…
How do I hear my own voice?
After a tarot reading, a musician is looking for his “thing”. Feel the fear and do it anyway, says our elder. Dear EWC Hello! Thank you in advance for your…
I hate being tall!
People say I should be a model but I just want to fit in. Our elders help a middle school student come to terms with her height. Dear EWC Hey…
Can’t go on without my kitten
A letter writer was devastated after having to give away their kitten due to a cat allergy. Our elder can sympathize. Dear EWC So recently this summer I got something…
Why am I the ugly sister?
A letter writer feels ugly and unloveable. Hang in there, says our elder. Things really do get better. Dear EWC Growing up, I didn’t think I was ugly. I didn’t…
I can give it all up except weed
Our elder has some support and encouragement for a 15-year-old letter writer who is affected by illegal drugs. Dear EWC I’m 15 years old and have tried so many illegal…
I was that person at office bash
A letter writer harassed his co-workers at an office party—but he was so drunk he doesn’t remember. Don’t worry, says our elder; the humiliation will fade over time. Dear EWC…
Help me fly the nest!
What’s stopping me leaving home? Our elder helps a letter writer move past his emotional blocks and make a moving-out plan. Dear EWC I am still in California and living…
Help! All my friends are stoners
A letter writer wants to ditch the weed and move on with her life. Our elder has some suggestions. Dear EWC Hello! I am very lost and need some advice….