My divorced parents have started hooking up and now I’m totally confused. Should I speak up? Absolutely, says our elder. Therapy can definitely help. Dear EWC I am 13 with…
My brother the manipulator
I love my brother but he’s thoughtless and entitled. Our elder thinks a few other adjectives might be appropriate… and has some suggestions on how to establish boundaries. Dear EWC…
Cuckoo in the nest
My brother’s girlfriend moved in during the pandemic and now I feel miserable in my own house. It doesn’t help that my mom is close to her. Start by having…
They’re called boundaries, Dad!
It’s great that my dad has been helping to look after my son, but now I can’t get rid of him. Establish a schedule, says our elder — for childcare…
My parents v my dream school
I got a scholarship to a great school but my parents wouldn’t let me go. Take a deep breath and move on, says our elder. Dear EWC I have ADHD,…
Should I buy a wedding gift?
My niece is having a destination wedding and she’s not paying for my side of the family to come. I don’t want to go, but do I need to buy…
Sorry Dad, I don’t like your GF
My dad wants us to accept his girlfriend but I just don’t like her. She’s like an evil stepmother. He can’t force you to care for her, says our elder….
An unwanted guest: my sister
My sister and niece want to stay with me but it has never gone well in the past. Help! Our elder thinks that some tough love might be in order….
USA trip or my dad’s dream?
I’ve been offered a once-in-a-lifetime student exchange — but it clashes with my dad’s dream holiday. What should I do? Take the family holiday, says our elder. There will be…
My sister has no friends
She’s struggling at her new school and I’m worried for her. It’s great that you care about your sister, says our elder. Let her know you’re available if she wants…