A letter writer is angry with her widowed father for dating her English teacher. Can our elder persuade her to give them a chance? Dear EWC Dear EWC, this…
Why isn’t a 3.8 good enough?
This letter writer was accepted to a great college, but his parents insist that he’s slacking. Your grades are excellent, says our elder. Stand up to your parents! Dear…
Clingy coworker copies me
Same sweaters, same shoes… even the same haircut! Our elder once had a similar experience. Their advice? Practice kindness and try to understand her. Dear EWC Just imagine working…
Music won’t make money
Concerned about finances, this letter writer is considering a career in cyber security instead. Do your homework, says our elder. Music might offer more options than you think. Dear…
He fancied my sister first
I love my boyfriend – but my sister was the one who first caught his eye. Remember, he chose you, says our elder. You’re the one who’s right for him….
The Price of Love is Making Yourself Vulnerable
Hareem wrote in to Elder Wisdom Circle from West London, England, distressed about the end of a tumultuous relationship. She had written in previously to express her concerns over how…
Can bf teach me street smarts?
It’s not my fault I have no common sense, but my boyfriend gets frustrated. How can I get him to help me? First, says our elder, he needs to accept…
Quit school to be a babysitter?
My mom and her ex had a fight… and now I’m stuck babysitting my siblings. Should I give up school? They are not your responsibility, says our elder. Sit down…
I’m scared of my violent bro
My younger brother is violent and malicious, but my parents say it’s just his hormones. How can I help them? You need to encourage them to make him see a…
Hubby cheated with trans women
I thought we had the perfect marriage… but then I found his WhatsApp messages. Should I stay with my cheater husband? You’ve had a shock, says our elder. Take time…