This letter writer spends the day in silence when she can’t concentrate. How can she stop? It could just be your own way of dealing with stress, says our elder….
I bring my best friend down
She always seems happier with other people than she does with me. Don’t feel you have to distance yourself from her, says our elder. Try having a heart-to-heart. Dear…
That voice in my head
Our elder advises a letter writer who’s struggling with perfectionism. Question your inner voice, and seek help if you are feeling desperate. Dear EWC I have this problem. I…
From first kiss to bootcamp
I met a girl but I’m joining the Marines. Should I break it off now to save heartache later on? Not necessarily, says our elder. Make the most of the…
Can’t stop goofing around
This letter writer finds it hard to focus. Our elder shares his tips on how to prioritize your time. Dear EWC So, I have a problem where in school…
Playing the playboy
I want to date girls but I don’t want to look like a playboy. Should I keep asking them out? For sure, says our elder. Just treat the girls you…
An ‘old soul’ (until I explode)
This letter writer seems pretty mature for a teen, but can’t control her anger. Can our elder set her on the path to patience and perseverance? Dear EWC Hello,…
I keep falling for girls…
And my Muslim family won’t like it. You may have to compromise, says our elder. But whatever happens, know this: you are not a sin. Dear EWC I am…
Stay or start dating?
I don’t know if I want to stay with my boyfriend but I don’t want to break his heart. Our elder counsels a 21 year old who’s never had a…
Lost in the gym
After dropping out of college twice, this letter writer is struggling with a traineeship at a gym. You know what to do, says our elder: find something and stick to…