He got drunk and insulted his girlfriend but now he wants her back. That depends on how she’s feeling, says our elder. Dear EWC So for the last couple of…
Should I tell my 15-year crush?
A letter writer is feeling frustrated: is it time to tell her friend how she really feels? Yes, yes, yes says our elder. Why waste any more time? Dear EWC…
I’m 18; he’s 14. Am I a cougar?
A letter writer finds romance on the internet but worries about the age difference. Our elder advises caution: a 14-year-old is still a child in the eyes of the law….
Rejected by my family in the ER
A letter writer confides: My family didn’t care when I was rushed to hospital. Our elder is stunned by their callousness and advises seeking independence as soon as possible….
Help! My friend is crushing on me
I already have a boyfriend. How can I make him stop? If he’s making you uncomfortable then you need to have a conversation, advises our elder. Dear EWC Hello…
Can I be a friend and a boss?
It’s not easy keeping people in line when you’re new to the role, finds a letter writer. Our elder has the experience to help her strike a balance. EWC…
In love with the local bad boy
A letter writer can’t tell her parents about her boyfriend because she knows they won’t approve. Our elder sympathizes: it can be tough coping with the rumors when you live…
I’m awkward around the new girl
Will my friends ditch me if I can’t win her over? Our elder puzzles over the dynamics of the college friendship group. Dear EWC Hello, I am a college…
Did I have sex on a cruise?
A letter writer worries that he has wrecked his relationship—but can’t remember what he did. Our elder has some wise words to help him get over the guilt trip. …
How can I turn vegetarian?
A teen wants to explore being vegetarian but worries about what their parents will think. Perhaps it’s time to start making yourself useful in the kitchen, suggests our elder. …