It’s time to learn how to handle disappointment, advises our elder. Rejection is a part of life. Dear EWC: Hi! I’m a 17-year-old girl in my senior year of high…
Out of tune with a teacher?
Chronic migraines plus a long list of obligations has this music student singing the blues. Be honest, says our elder, and have a plan to do better. Dear EWC: My…
How to stop imagining the worst
I’m panicked about grades. How can I cope? Our elder suggests living in the moment rather than dreading the unknown. Dear EWC: Hello. How are you? I’m writing because I’m…
Stressed out by class schedule?
Our elder has ideas on how to balance college prep with a little high school fun. Dear EWC: Hi, I’ve never asked for advice before on a website, but I…
So I meant to write this letter
Sometimes it is hard to focus… Our elder shares a few tips and tricks for getting back on track. Dear EWC: Don’t we all have a day when we just…
Kicking the gadget habit
School is where I study and home is where I play. But what if I can’t quit the videos, games, and chats? Our elder says it’s all about prioritizing if…
Will Covid ruin college?
I’m scared to start university. Should I take a year off? We are all confused right now, says our elder. But stepping out of your comfort zone and going to…
What’s in the brown envelope?
It’s exam results day soon, and I’m dreading it. What if my parents and teachers are disappointed in me? It hasn’t happened yet, says our elder. Replace the negative fantasy…
Tech glitch hurt my grades
There was a problem with my online learning platform and now my grades are low. How can I catch up? Don’t lose heart, says our elder. You can still get…
I flunked freshman year
Can I still get a college degree? Absolutely, says our elder. I did the same, and I’m living proof that you can turn this situation around. Dear EWC I recently…