A letter writer is concerned about her children’s co-sleeping habits — particularly when it concerns her father-in-law. You’re right to encourage them to sleep independently, says our elder. Why not…
Stop calling, Dad!
My dad is depressed and calls me more than four times a day. How can I make him stop? It’s time to act like the adult in this relationship, says…
He’s so rude — but I miss him!
My ex-boyfriend is rude to me at school, so why can’t I stop thinking about him? Our elder has some suggestions on how to put him in the back view…
5 miles today? I don’t care!
My health kick inspired my friend to make some changes of her own — but now she won’t stop talking about it! How can I get her to stop? Our…
Why am I missing from his FB?
I’ve been with my partner for eight years, but he never posts about me on Facebook. Our elder thinks this is about more than social media… Dear EWC I have…
I won’t be a hoarder!
My parents and grandmother had too much stuff, but I want to break the cycle when I move out. How do I get the balance right? Our elder has some…
Why am I not invited?
A letter writer is hurt not to be asked for a coworkers’ leaving party. There’s no harm in having a quiet word with the hosts, says our elder. Dear EWC…
I’m dating too many men!
I’m seeing three different men but I don’t feel worthy of love. Why do I need multiple men in my life? You are worthy of love, says our elder —…
How do I let go of my dream?
A letter writer longs to see his novels published, but recognizes that it’s probably never going to happen. Don’t give up, says our elder. Dear EWC I write novels as…
He wants to move to Hawaii
My husband wants to move to a trailer in Hawaii, but I have responsibilities here. Am I being selfish? Our elder recommends counseling to come up with a compromise. Dear…