I used to have a good relationship with an elderly neighbor, but then she started leaving me nasty letters under the door… How can I resolve this peacefully? Our elder…
BF won’t let me reduce my GGs!
I really want to have a breast reduction to help with severe back pain, but my boyfriend says he won’t be attracted to me anymore. What should I do? Run,…
Dying grandad is inappropriate
My grandfather keeps saying hurtful, sexually inappropriate things… but he’s dying. Should I spend time with him? There’s no right answer to this one, says our elder. You have to…
My wife and my mom: It’s war!
Ever since my son was born, my wife and my mom have not gotten along. How can I help? Support your wife, says our elder, and have a quiet talk…
No job, I feel like a moron
A young letter writer is struggling to land their first job. It sounds like you’re doing everything right, says our elder — it just takes time and luck. Dear EWC…
Too young to cry
There have been a lot of deaths in my family but I feel that I don’t have the right to cry about it when older relatives are grieving. Of course,…
The pants are staying!
I helped my boyfriend shop for an outfit for a family event, but now his sister’s taking over — and I feel hurt. Our elder suspects there might be more…
He’s addicted to gambling
My boyfriend is so addicted to sports betting, he once checked his phone 25 times during a movie. What can I do? Our elder has experience of a loved one’s…
Should I shave my head?
A letter writer wants to shave her hair off, but worries that she might regret it and spiral back into bad habits. Can our elder help her feel better about…
New school hates my old school!
I’m excited to be moving schools for a sophomore year but I’m worried I’ll get picked on because of my “artsy” old school. Should I just lie about it? Don’t…