How can I stop overthinking? It’s ruining my social life! Our elder has some tips on how this letter writer can overcome their social anxiety and build new skills. Dear…
Don’t bring her home, Dad!
I think my parents are divorcing and now my father has met someone else. Can I confront him? That’s not a great idea, says our elder. Find a sympathetic ear…
Is community college a waste?
This high school senior is scared of being left behind. Don’t despair, says our elder. And don’t discount community college. Dear EWC Hi, I’m currently a high school senior,…
I want friends, not hook-ups
This letter writer is struggling to find friends in the LBGTQ+ community but it feels like everyone just wants sex. Don’t give up, says our elder. Make it clear what…
Dropped out, no license…
Is it too late to fix my life and have a career? It’s never too late, says our elder. You can start by getting your G.E.D. Dear EWC Hello….
He’s from where?
My parents won’t let me date my boyfriend because of his hometown. Should we break up? That depends, says our elder. It’s time to think about the long term. Dear…
Everyone hates me!
I know it’s the paranoia talking – but how can I make it stop? There’s no quick fix, says our elder. But I’d start by talking to a counselor. …
A vicious circle
I allowed someone to hurt me and now I’m lashing out at everyone around me. Our elder suggests some helpful starting points for a letter writer who needs to work…
I can’t even order a coffee!
A 16-year-old letter writer is overcome with anxiety. Our elder has some tips on how to deal with self-rejection. Dear EWC I am 16 years old and I am…
27 and trapped at home
This letter writer would like to move out; however, his strict Muslim parents will disown him if he does. Only you can decide what’s best for you, says our elder….