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
Ghosted at work
My co-worker follows me on breaks but then ignores me! It’s very hurtful. You’re right, says our elder. Approach him ...
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Working 9-5
That’s no way to make a living. Should I quit and follow my dream? Our elder advises taking it slowly ...
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Loneliness is my plus one
How can I feel content being single? That’s a universal question, says our elder. Fill your life with new experiences, ...
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My stepmom hates herself
I love her but I can’t help her. You can’t ‘fix’ your stepmom, says our elder. But if she’s creating ...
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Anxious about being anxious
It started with schoolwork; now I’m worried about everything. Our elder knows all about negative thoughts. Talk to your parents, ...
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Oops! I wasn’t an ally
During a conversation about sex, I might have inadvertently offended one of my friends. How do I make this right? ...
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And then the pandemic happened
This letter writer loved to study until Covid-19 hit. Now they just feel stuck. Can our elder help them get ...
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Ghosted by my online crush
He made me feel bad so I deleted him. Did I do the right thing? You were right to unfollow ...
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His kids come first. That’s OK.
This letter writer understands that her older boyfriend has to put his children first. Never mind that, says our elder ...
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Is it arrogant to help someone?
When I help my classmates, I worry that I’m prideful. Am I faking my humility? Not at all, says our ...
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