Overeducated, under experienced, and I’m having to move back in with my family in my thirties. Help! First, says our elder, be proud of your achievements. A career counselor will…
I used to be an optimist…
And then came Covid. Our elder has some words of encouragement for a letter writer who is feeling overwhelmed in furlough. Dear EWC Like so many people right now I…
The beautiful game
My dream is to become a big-league soccer coach. How do I get there? Playing the game is a good start, says our elder. Dear EWC My dream is to…
Steady job or summer fun?
I like my job at the grocery store but working at my friend’s campground would be way more fun. You’ll need to decide soon, says our elder. Be honest with…
No beer here
Thanks to the pandemic, everyone is treating my motor dealership like a neighborhood bar. Is this normal? You might want to check with an attorney about liability, says our elder….
From law degree to lost
I got a law degree to please my parents, but now I can’t get motivated to find a job. You don’t have to be a lawyer, says our elder. Your…
Permission to delete Insta
I hate Instagram but I need it for work. Help! Our elder reassures a letter writer who finds it hard to cope with social media. Dear EWC I deleted Instagram…
Musical motivation
I have my heart set on being a composer — so why can’t I concentrate? You don’t need to be too specific at this stage, says our elder. Explore a…
Go home or stay in the air?
I’m in the Air Force but now I have the option to go home. The question is, do I want to? Have you made a pros and cons list, asks…
Should I travel Europe?
I just finished school and am trying to decide between studying and traveling in Europe or Australia. Given the current situation, I think you know what my advice is going…