Asking Eric: With no work to do, husband stops engaging in life
"I have suggested volunteering, but he refuses. He has hobbies that he shows no interest in."
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Asking Eric: Facing mortality, woman unsure whether it’s unfair to get a cat
"I feel I'm being selfish, or is a little time 'at home' for a cat better than none?"
Asking Eric: While trying to be an influencer, a friend crosses the line
"Can people just really go around posting photos and videos without permission from the homeowners or the people who are dining or shopping?"
Asking Eric: Looking for a romantic spark, an old friend gets ghosted
"She said she did not know me and I could tell she was lying because she was getting nervous."
Asking Eric: Nonprofit founder wants to hold onto awards after company closes
"Can I keep the actual award, or if not, what should we do with it? It’s a big heavy glass thing."
Asking Eric: Teen struggles to balance school and work
"I’m just nervous they’re only going to see that and not the effort I’ve been trying to make to succeed in my classes."
Asking Eric: Self-medicating friend’s disturbing behavior creates discomfort
"The minute John was out the door, Martha told me that her son was coming over and that it was not for John to know."
Asking Eric: Prospective parents go back on deal with potential gestational carrier
"I'm interested in helping someone build their family and have a little extra for my kids’ college funds."
Asking Eric: After wife’s death, man struggles to find another female-led relationship
"Included in this was discipline for me, including assignments such as standing in the corner, physical discipline and the like."
Asking Eric: Gossiped about godmother second guesses commitment to goddaughter
"I told her I was upset and needed some time to process this because I feel lost and betrayed."