Since losing my brother to cancer, my mom likes to get involved in everyone else’s problems. How can I get her to back off? Take it gently, advises our elder….
Mom calls me lazy
My parents expect me to look after them but they don’t appreciate anything I do. It’s time to put your needs first, says our elder. Study for your future, and…
It’s my hair, Mom!
I want a weave but my mom is still scarred from having to take out my last one. It’s your hair, says our elder. You have the right to choose…
I may have punched a wall…
This is a scary time for everyone. Our elder has some advice for a letter writer who just had a fight with his dad. Dear EWC I’m 19 and living…
Covid cancelled my wedding
Everything was paid for, and then we had to cancel. I am so disappointed! You cannot control this virus, says our elder, but you can still get married. Have a…
Don’t take my phone away, Mom!
My mom cut off access to my phone, so I bought one of my own. Then she found the FedEx slip… Our elder has some advice for navigating a difficult…
My alcoholic dad
I pay for everything — but my dad still makes me out to be the villain. Let’s get one thing straight, says our elder. You don’t owe your dad anything….
Your BF? He’s just OK
I asked my mom what she thought of my boyfriend and she wasn’t very enthusiastic. Can I make them get along? Don’t seek their approval, says our elder. Trust your…
Relative’s text wasn’t funny
I texted a relative when they were at work and was a bit stung by their reply. Were they angry with me? Take them at their word, says our elder….
Rude in-laws; should I pay?
My daughter’s future mother-in-law has been off with me — but now she wants money for a baby shower. Should I pay? Yes, says our elder. She’s been rude, but…