A letter writer is struggling to accept that he might be gay. Accept feelings you are having, says our elder. Don’t judge them; listen to them, and see where they…
Promoted – now I’m burnt out!
A promotion at work led to stress and fatigue for this teacher. The path to happiness is doing what you enjoy, says our elder. Why not go back to the…
Why didn’t he chase me?
I met my ideal guy. We kissed. And then… nothing. Am I being foolish? Not at all, says our elder. Stop making assumptions, take it slow, and see where it…
Those jokes are not OK
My friends’ racist and sexist “jokes” make me uncomfortable but I’m scared of calling them out. It’s important to speak up, says our elder. Here are some good techniques. …
Community college + boyfriend?
Or straight to university? This letter writer is weighing up her college options. Our elder suggests listing out the pros and cons – and leaving her boyfriend out of it….
He’s a liar but I can’t let go
My boyfriend lied to me and it’s affecting my mental health – but I love him. I was married to a liar myself, says our elder. Drop him and move…
My dad’s a deadbeat
My family and financial problems are draining my energy. Seek professional help, says our elder, and reframe the narrative. It’s time to show yourself some love. Dear EWC Hi….
Why am I invisible?
I feel that people dislike me or simply overlook me. It’s hard to be left out of everything. Stay positive, says our elder. Focus on the people who do like…
So anxious my throat closes up
A letter writer is happy with her boyfriend – so why does she feel so anxious? Our elder tries to get to the root of her anxiety, and encourages her…
Her wedding or mine?
My fiancé’s daughter just announced that she’s getting married, and it’s overshadowing my own wedding plans. She’s going to be your stepdaughter, says our elder. Be supportive. Dear EWC…