Our volunteers at ElderWisdomCircle dispense such wise, warm-hearted advice that we couldn’t resist sharing some gems with you too. If you want to ask for advice right now check out the ask for advice page.
We post a new problem and the advice here twice per week so check back regularly (or subscribe) to find out what’s bothering our young letter writers, and what their wise older mentors have to say about it.
I hope you’ll feel inspired to apply their wisdom to your own life—and remember, if there’s something on your mind, our elders are always here to help.
Doug Meckelson
Founder
So much to do, so little time…
Time management is overwhelming, so why am I even thinking about finding a job? You can do it, says our ...
I’m not pregnant, but she is!
My girlfriend got pregnant and I’ve decided to stay with her. How can I tell my mom? Just share your ...
Covid derailed my dream
Two years of online lectures, social anxiety… No wonder this architecture student has lost her motivation. Take the pressure off ...
Jealousy is killing me
A 15-year-old letter writer feels that she’s wasted her life because she doesn’t have close friendships. Our elder has some ...
I hate my major!
Our elder has good news: Your major is not a life sentence. Meet with a college counselor, speak to your ...
Every crush rejected me!
Am I doomed to be unlucky in love? Absolutely not, says our elder. Stop feeling desperate and the magic will ...
My friend said “Ew!”
I met this guy online but I’m embarrassed to tell my friends about him. Sounds like you should listen to ...
She’s not a catfish!
This letter writer wants to reunite with his online long-distance girlfriend. Does she want him back? Our elder is not ...
Too anxious to go out
This letter writer lacks the confidence to socialize with her friends outside of school. Our elder has some reassuring words ...
My teacher doesn’t like me
And it’s affecting how I do in class. Our elder says: Don’t worry about it! She’s your teacher, not your ...