His bedroom stinks! How can I get him to keep it clean? Well — you can’t, says our elder. But if you quit nagging, there might be another way to…
Help me to not be a hoarder!
I’m moving into a new home with my children, and I have no idea what we need! I can’t be a hoarder like my parents. Start with the essentials, says…
Way out of my comfort zone
My college program has me feeling so anxious—but is this because it’s intense, or is it just not right for me? Don’t give up, says our elder. Even if it…
Angry mom needs help
My teens won’t talk to me because I am so explosive. I even slapped my daughter. Help! Try to let go of ideas of “right and wrong”, says our elder….
Did I rush into things?
I just broke up with my girlfriend and went straight into another relationship. Trouble is, I don’t feel very sure. Why not try being unattached for a while, asks our…
I took drugs in the past…
… and I got away with it! How can I make sure that justice is served? We all make mistakes, says our elder. Let the past go, and forgive yourself….
Burnt out from badminton
I love the camaraderie of badminton practice, but it makes me so tired! Should I carry on next year? Try talking to your coach, suggests our elder. You may find…
No, he’s not a sex addict!
My husband’s cousin has been staying with us temporarily, but now she’s accusing my husband of being abusive. I want her out of our home! She’s crossed a line, says…
My homophobic ex friend
I came out on Instagram and my friend left a snarky comment. What should I do? Well done for not letting his narrow-mindedness bother you, says our elder. Ignore him,…
Help! I gave myself a tattoo
… and now I regret it! How do I tell my parents? Try some probing questions first, suggests our elder. But don’t worry too much; we all do things we…