It’s the only way to prove to myself that I can be independent. Moving state can be daunting, says our elder. Plan your next steps carefully. Dear EWC So,…
My family is so dumb
This letter writer feels that his education has separated him from his family. I know how you feel, says our elder. Continue to expand your horizons, but respect your family…
Help me out of my rut!
A letter writer feels stuck and wants to move out east. Make a plan, says our elder. And remember, you don’t have to move away to start making changes to…
Can bf teach me street smarts?
It’s not my fault I have no common sense, but my boyfriend gets frustrated. How can I get him to help me? First, says our elder, he needs to accept…
Were those six years in vain?
Our elder has some confidence-boosting advice for a letter writer who is doubting himself after facing rejections from prospective employers. Dear EWC I’ve been wondering for a while: how…
My dreams – or my boyfriend?
Good grades, Princeton, glittering career… this letter writer had it all worked out until the boyfriend came along. Can our elder help with this new juggling act? Dear EWC…
I’m terrified of rain
… and it’s ruining my life! I haven’t been outside for three months. There’s a name for your phobia, says our elder. You’re not alone – and here’s what you…
Haunted by the mean girls
It’s been 11 years! Our elder has some suggestions for a letter writer who is still trying to rebuild their self-esteem after being bullied at summer camp as a teen….
Why can’t I get braces, Mom?
This letter writer is very self-conscious about their crooked teeth – but their parents won’t help. Our elder has some strategies for getting the support they need. Dear EWC…
I feel like a disappointment
This letter writer has a long list of things that she thinks is wrong with her. Don’t be so hard on yourself, says our elder. Consider therapy, and try a…