A mother confesses that she’s exhausted and tired of pretending. You’re not alone, says our elder. Make an appointment with your doctor and take the next step. Dear EWC…
How do I get out of this swamp?
A letter writer longs to feel “normal”. Our elder reassures him: It’s OK to be different. Dear EWC What should I do? How do I get out of this…
I lied because I don’t like you
A letter writer told a girl he was gay so that she’d leave him alone. Then she found out he lied. Can our elder help him find the words to…
About that pool of vomit…
This freshman slipped in vomit at her first school dance. Will she ever live it down? Own it, says our elder. And remember that success is the best revenge. …
I’m not anxious; I’m a fake!
This letter writer is being treated for anxiety – trouble is, she faked her personality and it’s the wrong diagnosis. Our elder encourages her to be honest with her psychologist….
Dating: what are the rules?
Like, when do we get to call each other boyfriend and girlfriend? Our elder has news for a 15-year-old letter writer: there are no rules. We all just make it…
Dad, I’m LBGTQ+
I want to come out to my father, but my stepmom is homophobic. You have nothing to be ashamed of, says our elder. Talk to your dad. Dear EWC…
It’s just one hickey!
My boyfriend gave me a hickey and now everyone’s calling me a slut. Help! Put it out of your mind, says our elder. You’ll be amazed at how quickly the…
How can I stop being stuck?
A low-paid job and a boring routine leaves a letter writer broke and anxious. I’ve been through that too, says our elder. Stop thinking, and start getting active in your…
Terrified I’m pregnant at 16
And scared to tell my mom! You have options, says our elder. But do tell your mom – you’re her daughter and she loves you. Dear EWC Recently I’ve…