How can I stop worrying about my looks? Your friends don’t believe you are ugly, says our elder. Remember, it’s what’s inside that counts. Dear EWC I feel ugly. My…
I don’t want to sing anymore
I’m majoring in vocal at art school, but I’ve lost all my passion for singing. Should I switch schools? Our elder helps a letter writer who has lost their motivation….
I cheated; she’s pregnant
Should I tell my wife? Be clear about what you want to happen, says our elder. But have an honest discussion with your wife. Dear EWC OK, so I got…
My dad’s mean trick
My sister and I lost a bet with our dad, but we don’t think he played fair. Can he hold us to it? Not if he cheated, says our elder….
Never been kissed
Will I have to graduate high school without ever having had a boyfriend? We know you don’t want to hear it, but it really is OK, say our elders. Take…
I want to come out to my parents
… but my mom lives halfway across the country and my dad is pretty conservative. Our elder has some suggestions for laying the groundwork. Dear EWC I was planning on…
Can’t he just open the door?
My boyfriend lashes out when I ask him to do something… like open the door for the plumber! Am I being unreasonable? His behavior doesn’t sound normal, says our elder….
My body image issues are back
I beat anorexia once, but now that college is looming, I’m worried about falling back into old habits. What can I do to stay grounded? Ask for help when you…
Should I freeze my teacher out?
My teacher has been like a father figure to me, but I’m graduating soon. Should I go cold on him to make leaving high school easier? Or give him a…
My selfish husband or my mom?
Should I move to be with my husband and hope he treats me well this time? It would mean leaving my mom all alone… Our elder encourages a letter writer…