Asking Eric: Ex brings up our prior relationship in conversations with co-workers. Is that appropriate?

Dear Eric: I got married at 23, divorced at 30. I’m now in my 40s. I don’t have much association with my ex-husband, but I do ...

Asking Eric: I’d love to learn more about 2 women who shaped my life, but their sister seems reluctant to meet

I recently learned about a third sister that I never knew, and she lives a few hours away from me. We texted some stories ...

Asking Eric: I'm playing second fiddle to guest's iPad as she uses my hospitality

I’m at the point where I would like her not to come back if all she can do is interact with her iPad and not me.

Asking Eric: Boomer resents those who gladly accept help, but never show appreciation

Dear Eric: I am flummoxed. I am not understanding the absence of mannerly behavior in the generations past my own (I am a ...

Asking Eric: I'm NOT cool with ex using his new girlfriend like a built-in co-parent

Dear Eric: My ex-husband has begun a relationship with a woman to whom he’s recently introduced our 10-year-old son. He ...