A letter writer never had any intention of sticking around in his job after the summer — so what should he tell his employer when he goes to college? Cut…
One last party before college?
I’m going to college soon, and my parents aren’t making a big deal out of any of my “lasts”. Why can’t they see this year as special? Try to see…
Nobody takes me seriously!
All my life, I’ve been dismissed and brushed aside. I have a successful life — so why is everyone still treating me like this? Our elder has some strategies for…
She checked out of our marriage
I’m working hard to save our marriage — I stopped drinking and even went to church! But my wife won’t talk to me. What can I do? You’re doing everything…
A once-in-a-lifetime chance…
… Should I take it? A student has the opportunity to study abroad but isn’t sure whether to go for it. Our elder says: Yes, yes, yes! Dear EWC I’m…
He’s happier without me!
My husband left after I had an affair and he’s doing so much better without me. Am I a terrible person? Absolutely not, says our elder. You can save your…
Don’t do this to a rabbit!
My friend wants to get a rabbit. I think this is a really, really bad idea. How can I convince her not to? Our elder has a suggestion… Dear EWC…
A video shattered my heart
My boyfriend kissed his ex — and she sent me a video! Should I give him another chance? I think you know the answer to that, says our elder. Dear…
The Marines or my cat?
A letter writer wants to join the Marines — but his cat is seriously ill. Is it wrong to put your life on hold for a cat? There’s no rush,…
I confessed to my work crush…
… and now she’s distancing herself from me. How can I get our friendship back? She’ll need time and space, says our elder — but don’t expect things to be…