When you invite people to lunch and all they do is drink coffee, is it normal to feel annoyed? Absolutely, agrees our elder. These people have no manners: Chow down…
I just want to hide in the stockroom
A letter writer worries that her managers want her out front just because she’s pretty. Can our elder convince her to step out of her comfort zone? Dear EWC…
How can I gain muscle?
A 15-year-old worries that his legs look thin and small. How can he get more confidence around girls? Our elder has some advice to help build muscle slowly—and safely. …
The downside of my famous dad
A teenager asks: Do I have to play basketball just because dad used to be a star? Talk to your parents, says our elder, and find an activity you love….
Help Me Stop the Negative Thoughts
Help Me Stop the Negative Thoughts Original Letter I really want to be more positive with myself daily but it never works. I don’t have any confidence whatsoever,…
Feeling Targeted Because of My Race
Feeling Targeted Because of My Race Original Letter Dear Elder, As a young black woman working in Hospitality I find such a struggle in keeping my calm composure….
So Many Regrets
So Many Regrets Original Letter Hi! I’m finishing my freshman year of college as a music major and I have so many regrets and have made so many…
Can’t Seem to Get Over the Trauma
Original Letter Something really bad happened to me about a year ago, it really affected me and my family even though i’ve been denying that since it happened….
Feedback 6 years after the advice was provided
Hello Pickles Marie I don’t think this website gets emails such as these but if anyone could contact Elder “PicklesMarie” and give her this follow up. This email…