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….
Should I send that $200?
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…
Mom gets mad when I cry
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….
My friend’s mom is worried…
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…
Give us space, Mom!
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…
Stop dating my teacher!
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…
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…
Mom, I’m bisexual Ampoule
Should I tell my homophobic mom about my sexuality? Our elder advises this letter writer to wait until she has left home. Dear EWC I’m a young female, who…
How to manage Mom
A letter writer has a toxic relationship with her mother – something our elder can understand all too well. It won’t happen overnight, but it can get better. Dear…
Should I take my mother in?
We have a toxic relationship and now she has dementia. Caring for people with dementia is hard, says our elder. Help your sister find the best care home your family…