… 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…
Our moms are best friends…
… but does that mean I have to be trapped in a friendship I hate? There is a way out, says our elder, but it won’t be easy. Dear EWC…
His dog’s secret seizures
My husband’s dog might have to be put down, but his mom won’t let me tell him (he’s away with the military). Should I betray her confidence? Let him know…
Does he just want a warm body?
My friend with benefits says he isn’t ready for a relationship. Should I leave him? Absolutely, says our elder. He’s unlikely to change. Dear EWC So I have a weird…
What if she hates her name?
My wife and I are expecting twins. Can I name my daughter Constantine? Our elder shares the stories behind her own children’s names to reassure him. Dear EWC My wife…
Help! I’m about to be laid off
A letter writer is about to lose her job — but the good news is that she knows what she wants to do. Can our elder help her find the…