A letter writer worries that he’ll never get over the loss of his brother and grandmother. Grief doesn’t go away, says our elder. But you can learn to integrate it…
Should I meet my birth mom?
I recently found my birth mother on Facebook. Should I reach out? You have a right to know where you come from, says our elder. But figure out what you…
My teacher’s dating my dad!
I lost my mom two years ago and now my dad is dating my English teacher. How can I split them up? Try to be happy for your dad, says…
About my great-grandmother…
Sure, she’s 101 years old. But is that any excuse for being mean? Our elder has some advice for a letter writer whos great-grandmother is driving him crazy. Dear…
Trans, not “attention-seeking”
I’m bi and trans but my dad won’t accept it. What can I do? I’m sorry you are experiencing this, says our elder. Please know there is support available. …
No peace in the pandemic
There’s no escape from my family right now – how can I get to be alone? I can understand your frustration, says our elder. Here are a few ideas on…
Is it my fault Mom’s depressed?
Not at all, says our elder. You’re a good person. Here are some ideas on how you can help your mom. Dear EWC My mother seems to have withdrawn…
My friend’s unloving family
I have a friend whose parents are very traditional, and she feels that they put their own feelings before hers. How can I help here? Our elder has some advice…
Growing apart from Mom
Can we reconnect before I go to college? I appreciate your maturity, says our elder. Here are a few suggestions for tackling a conversation with your mom. Dear EWC…
Guess what, Mom – I’m an adult
Alcohol, a boyfriend and atheism: How do I tell my mom about my real life? Your mom was 19 once too, says our elder. Why not open up to her…