A freshman is disappointed when her socially conscious friend mocks a disabled girl in their class. Try showing her how to behave, suggests our elder. Dear EWC I’m a 15-year-old…
A family party from hell
My uncle is dying but my mother literally makes my wife sick. Can we all just get along? Erm, unlikely, says our elder. Dear EWC Good morning, So, I have…
Help! He’s a terrible kisser!
My boyfriend is great but he can’t kiss! What can I do? Communication is key, says our elder. Dear EWC The guy I’m seeing is really nice but when it…
Can’t go on without my kitten
A letter writer was devastated after having to give away their kitten due to a cat allergy. Our elder can sympathize. Dear EWC So recently this summer I got something…
My sister thinks I’m a servant!
A letter writer’s sister takes sibling squabbles to a whole new level. Can our elder help him find some strategies to deal with her behavior? Dear EWC I am a…
Is my nephew normal?
When I babysit my three-year-old nephew, he seems a bit slow. Should I tell his mother? Sit tight, says our elder. Dear EWC I’ve been watching my nephew and little…
Why am I the ugly sister?
A letter writer feels ugly and unloveable. Hang in there, says our elder. Things really do get better. Dear EWC Growing up, I didn’t think I was ugly. I didn’t…
My uncle is creeping me out
A letter writer’s uncle started messaging her, and then it all got uncomfortable. Should she tell her family? Our elder has some sage advice. Dear EWC Recently my uncle started…
The interviewer said what?
A letter writer’s fiancé started getting inappropriate WhatsApp messages after a job interview. What can she do? The law is on her side, says our elder. Dear EWC Hi, I…
Am I being too clingy?
A letter writer feels upset when her boyfriend goes away. Is she overreacting? Erm, kinda, says our elder. It’s important to have your own life too. Dear EWC My boyfriend…