Public speaking is not my favorite activity, but I didn’t expect to do this badly! Don’t worry, says our elder: Learn as much as you can from the experience and…
I don’t want to sing anymore
I’m majoring in vocal at art school, but I’ve lost all my passion for singing. Should I switch schools? Our elder helps a letter writer who has lost their motivation….
Should I freeze my teacher out?
My teacher has been like a father figure to me, but I’m graduating soon. Should I go cold on him to make leaving high school easier? Or give him a…
My parents expect straight As…
… but they can’t see that I’m struggling! Breathe, says our elder. Nobody needs to be perfect. Keep communicating with your parents and seek the support you need. Dear EWC…
Too angry to get to school
I yell and rant so much every morning that I often end up missing school. How can I change my behavior? Maybe your letter is a sign that you’re growing…
Math exam paranoia
I’m dreading my mathematics paper and anxiety makes me sweat! Can you help me relax? Our elder has some top tips for test-taking. You’ll ace it, he says. Dear EWC…
School is evil…
… and I’m not gonna drink the Kool-Aid. Can you help me get through the next two years of high school? Our elder can empathize — he dropped out of…
Am I too bubbly for NYC?
I moved from the Midwest to New York for college and I’m finding it hard to fit in. Should I give up my scholarship and move back to be with…
School sex pest
The guy just won’t take a hint! Our elder counsels a letter writer who is being harassed by an older boy at school. Dear EWC There is this guy a…
School gives me nightmares
I’m traumatized by the school but my mom went back on her promise to sign me up for online school. Help! That’s a high level of anxiety, says our elder….