She thinks her boyfriend is being used. He’s OK with it. While money may or may not be the root of all evil, our elder agrees it’s driving a wedge…
Just say “no” to negativity
When depression fuels self-doubt, it’s hard to stop the spiral. Our elder shares her story—along with advice on how to be your own cheerleader. Dear EWC: Hi I’m 40 and…
Are they both in the wrong?
She reconnected with an old BF. Her current beau hacked her phone and found out. She’s feeling guilty. He kicked her out. Find out why our elder’s not so sure…
But does she really like me?
They spend days together and can’t stop smiling. He’s met her mum. Could this be a relationship, he wonders? “That’s a yes!” says our elder. Read on for more clues…
A platonic or romantic love?
Two besties might have been into each other. And then, quarantine. Our elder maps out a plan to get these two talking again. Dear EWC: I think that I am…
She’s 16 and wants a baby. Now.
Not a great plan, says our elder. Read on for his thorough and thoughtful analysis on what it takes to raise a child at such a young age. Dear EWC:…
Is it a drinking problem?
His girlfriend says it’s mostly Red Bull but the party pics she’s sharing tell a different story. He’s concerned—and so is our elder. Read on for suggestions on what to…
And baby mama makes four
Her beau had a baby with another girl. But she wants him back. Hold on, says our elder. He’s a dad now and the equation just got more complicated. Dear…
First kiss! Now what?
For this over-thinking teenager, that’s the question. While our elder suggests seeking help for the anxiety, don’t forget to celebrate that first kiss. Dear EWC: Hello. Last year, I was…
How honest do I have to be?
He’s not legally single but he’s ready to find a new relationship. How much—and when—should he share with potential dates? Our elder weighs in on this unfortunate situation. Dear EWC:…