In a bid to be a better person, this letter writer turned to our elder for advice. What would he say to his 16-year-old self? Dear EWC Hi! Currently…
Breakups make me happy
Whenever I end a relationship, it gives me joy. Is this unhealthy? It might be time to take a good look at the people you are choosing to hang out…
The silent treatment
This letter writer spends the day in silence when she can’t concentrate. How can she stop? It could just be your own way of dealing with stress, says our elder….
That voice in my head
Our elder advises a letter writer who’s struggling with perfectionism. Question your inner voice, and seek help if you are feeling desperate. Dear EWC I have this problem. I…
Can’t stop goofing around
This letter writer finds it hard to focus. Our elder shares his tips on how to prioritize your time. Dear EWC So, I have a problem where in school…
I keep falling for girls…
And my Muslim family won’t like it. You may have to compromise, says our elder. But whatever happens, know this: you are not a sin. Dear EWC I am…
Does this email read OK?
Whenever I post on social media or send an email, I completely overthink it. Can you help me stop stressing? Our elder helps this letter writer let go of perfection…
Help! I just realized I’m ugly
Makeup, skincare… I’ve tried everything. Give yourself a break, says our elder, and learn to love yourself. Trust me: this will get better. Dear EWC Growing up, I didn’t…
Telling my boyfriend I’m bi
A letter writer is questioning her sexuality and is wondering how to approach it with her boyfriend. Talk to other people first, says our elder, and then handle it sensitively…
Don’t dismiss my anxiety, Mom!
I get so anxious that I find it difficult to breathe, but my family says I’m being melodramatic. Keep talking to your counselor, says our elder, and find the methods…