I’m having academic burnout and it’s making me look down on myself. Look after yourself physically and work on correcting the self-talk, says our elder. You’ve got this! Dear…
I’m becoming who I want to be…
But the people around me are holding me back. Should I cut ties and leave? Life is a journey, says our elder. Some relationships don’t last the course – and…
Am I boring?
My teachers call me supercilious. Is this why people stay away? It’s great that you’re asking these questions, says our elder. Think before you speak and just do the best…
I’ve never really had friends
And I spend most of my time alone. Our elder suggests some resources for a letter writer suffering from anxiety and depression who struggles to make connections. Dear EWC…
Out of an abusive relationship…
… and now I need an outlet for my anger. Reading and physical exercise will help, says our elder. But first of all: forgive yourself. Dear EWC I got…
Possessed by a demon
This letter writer believes he is possessed. That sounds unlikely, says our elder. But do talk to a priest. Dear EWC Hello. I’m possessed by a demon. I’ve been…
Should I move state?
It’s the only way to prove to myself that I can be independent. Moving state can be daunting, says our elder. Plan your next steps carefully. Dear EWC So,…
My family is so dumb
This letter writer feels that his education has separated him from his family. I know how you feel, says our elder. Continue to expand your horizons, but respect your family…
Help me out of my rut!
A letter writer feels stuck and wants to move out east. Make a plan, says our elder. And remember, you don’t have to move away to start making changes to…
Can bf teach me street smarts?
It’s not my fault I have no common sense, but my boyfriend gets frustrated. How can I get him to help me? First, says our elder, he needs to accept…