A letter writer is mortified after screwing up an important concert solo. Can a bit of encouragement help them get their mojo back? Dear EWC I play the trumpet and…
Quit judging me already!
Why do my family and friends make me out to be a loser just because I’m not as accomplished as my older brother? Continue to live by your values, says…
Thank you for not smoking
How can I get my boyfriend to quit smoking? I’m afraid it’s up to him, says our elder. You have done everything you can. Dear EWC Hello, I am hoping…
Will I ever find work after jail?
A young letter writer is scared that he’ll never get work after a past misdemeanor. Our elder has some words of reassurance. Dear EWC I am 20 years old and…
How do I let go of my dream?
A letter writer longs to see his novels published, but recognizes that it’s probably never going to happen. Don’t give up, says our elder. Dear EWC I write novels as…
Am I a sex addict?
A letter writer has worked hard to overcome a difficult background, but still seeks solace in casual sex. Can our elder help her break the habit? Dear EWC I’m turning…
Please pay for my therapy!
I’m depressed and I want to have therapy — but I’m scared my parents won’t want to pay. Don’t panic, says our elder. There is always help out there. Dear…
Hate myself for being judge
My artist brother embarrasses me, but I don’t like feeling this way. How can I change? Our elder has some poetry recommendations that might help Dear EWC Hello, I’m in…
I can’t get up in the morning!
Not everyone is a morning person. Can our elders help a letter writer who’s having serious trouble with a 7am start? Dear EWC So I have serious issues with waking…
Can I go back to dance class?
The thing is, my dance teacher reported my boyfriend for statutory rape. Put yourself in her shoes, says our elder, and take the high road. And for sure, keep on…