Family

I love her but I can’t help her.  You can’t ‘fix’ your stepmom, says our elder. But if she’s creating a difficult environment, it’s worth seeking out some support for…

He deliberately winds me up, and puts me down in front of other people.  He loves getting a rise out of you, says our elder. Don’t let him see that…

I haven’t known the father long and I don’t want any more negative reactions. Why not start by simply introducing your new man, says our elder. You can share the…

I have savings; I just don’t know how to do it! Why not try moving in with roommates, says our elder. It’s a great first step towards independent living.  …

I think my parents are divorcing and now my father has met someone else. Can I confront him?  That’s not a great idea, says our elder. Find a sympathetic ear…

This letter writer would like to move out; however, his strict Muslim parents will disown him if he does.  Only you can decide what’s best for you, says our elder….

A letter writer isn’t close to her grandniece but wanted to send her a graduation gift anyway.  Our elder is clear on this one: send the gift!   Dear EWC…

I cry so easily, but my mom says I need to be tougher.  We’re all wired differently, says our elder – and I’m sure she doesn’t mean to hurt you….

She says he isn’t acting normal but asked me to keep it to myself. What should I do?  Keep your word, says our elder – but keep an eye on…

We just had a new baby. Is a daily video and three visits a week too much?  Our elder has some advice for a letter writer who needs to set…