She says she doesn’t have feelings for me anymore, but should I ask her out? Some things are hard to get over, says our elder. Ask what it would take…
My ex has a new lover
I’m still heartbroken! How can I accept the fact that she’s moved on? It’s normal to still feel sad, says our elder. Focus on the non romantic parts of your…
They’re angry, I’m angry…
My parents have a short fuse, and when they scold me I lose my temper too. How can I control myself? Anger is an emotion, says our elder. You can…
I want to show my beauty
Instead, I hide it under a hijab. Can I choose my own life without my family judging me? Our elder has some sage advice about following your own path while…
The curse of overthinking
This letter writer is overthinking so much that it’s making her paranoid and stopping her interacting with people. Our elder shares some strategies that they have found helpful. Dear…
Torn between two guys
One makes an effort, the other doesn’t even bother to text. Can our elder help this letter writer decide between them? Dear EWC D told me Saturday that he…
Where’s the ring, then?
My boyfriend says he believes in marriage but after seven years together, he shows no signs of commitment. Only you can decide whether or not you can keep accepting this,…
The grumpy one in the family
I have trouble communicating with my family, and my relationship isn’t going great either. Stop trying to live up to other people’s expectations, says our elder. Be kind, but honest….
I wasted my youth
Fear and anxiety made me miss out on dating, clubs, travel… How can I catch up? From meetups to solo travel, our elder has a bunch of strategies for getting…
Struggling with depression
This letter writer can’t get the support they need from their parents. Our elder has some advice on seeking help with their mental health. Dear EWC It’s been four…