It’s easy to walk away when a friendship is challenged. Our elder says sometimes we have to try a little harder to make it work. Dear EWC: Hello! I have…
Help them help you
You try to be a good friend but your friends don’t return the favor. Our elder says in times of distress, you may have to ask for the support you…
My school life is miserable
Bullied and ridiculed, it’s no wonder this student wants out! Before bailing on school, our elder suggests asking for help from the adults. Dear EWC: So there’s quite a few…
Don’t play the blame game
Yes, you made a mistake and you apologized. Our elder shares suggestions for letting go of the guilt and moving on. Dear EWC: Hello… Recently my friend told me while…
Risking a friendship for love
I’m afraid she won’t see me the way I see her. Our elder says it’s the chances you don’t take that you’ll regret. Dear EWC: Hey, I’ve been holding this…
Time to call it off—or is it?
When you’re not sure whether to hang in there or call it quits… Our elder weighs in on how to rebuild a relationship and when to let it go. Dear…
Helping a friend who’s hurting
When friends are in trouble, it’s hard to know how to help. Our elder says sometimes just being there is a good start. Dear EWC: Hi! Thank you for taking…
I fell for my gay friend
You’re wise to know there’s no romantic future, says our elder. But here’s how to keep the friendship going. Dear EWC: Hi. I am a girl in love with my…
All she talks about is herself
What to do when a friend controls every convo? Our elder says to be kind but honest. Here’s how. Dear EWC: I have been friends with this girl (and I…
When drugs come between friends
You thought you shared values but should you share drugs in the name of friendship? Our elder says absolutely not, and here’s why. Dear EWC: Hi, I’m a freshman in…