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. …
My bitchy twin bridesmaid
Can I ask my twin sister to be one of my bridesmaids even though the others don’t like her? Tell them all to grow up, says our elder. Whose wedding…
My mom doesn’t listen!
She even blamed me for burning the cookies. What can I do? If you’ve ever had trouble getting your voice heard, our elder has some tried and tested strategies. …
Cross-dresser can’t tell Mom
It’s tricky dressing like a girl when you live next door to your parents. Our elder has some advice and encouragement for a man whose fiancé is fine with it—but…
A teen boy filmed me naked
And even worse, it was my daughter’s boyfriend! How on earth can I talk to them about this? Our elder suggests some ways to tackle a tricky conversation. Dear…
Is it rude not to eat lunch?
When you invite people to lunch and all they do is drink coffee, is it normal to feel annoyed? Absolutely, agrees our elder. These people have no manners: Chow down…
I just want to hide in the stockroom
A letter writer worries that her managers want her out front just because she’s pretty. Can our elder convince her to step out of her comfort zone? Dear EWC…
How can I gain muscle?
A 15-year-old worries that his legs look thin and small. How can he get more confidence around girls? Our elder has some advice to help build muscle slowly—and safely. …
Is my friend still engaged?
There’s something missing from her latest Facebook post. Is there a tactful way to ask about it? Our elder helps a letter writer with a very modern etiquette question….
Ew! He smells… down there
After five months of dating, her boyfriend’s annoying habits are starting to get to her. Our elder thinks perhaps he’s not the one—could it be time to find a new…