Ellie Tesher Advice Columnist
  • Toronto
  • Toronto Star

Ellie Tesher is a relationship advice columnist for The Star. You can find her column "Ask Ellie" in the Life section.

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  • Relationships
  • Advice

514 Articles
about 2 years ago
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Advice | How do I tell friends and family about my mental illness? Ask Ellie

Don’t reveal, or expect, everything when revealing your Dissociative Identity Disorder, writes Ellie.

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about 2 years ago
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Advice | I’ll recover from this breakup but I don’t want to get hurt again: Ask Ellie

Also, a mature reader wonders if her new boyfriend’s passion can last.

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about 2 years ago
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Advice | Should I stay with my aloof husband, or leave? Ask Ellie

Also, Ellie surveys her inbox and finds a lot of pandemic anger and frustration.

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about 2 years ago
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Advice | Surprising me with his ex was terrible. How can I get through to him? Ask Ellie

Also, a reader asks advice regarding a husband who seems deeply connected to his ex.

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about 2 years ago
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Advice | Family can take unconventional forms and still be wonderful: Ask Ellie

Also, a reader asks those involved in affairs with married people to consider the harm they’re doing.

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about 2 years ago
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Advice | How do I leave my cheating husband but stay close to my adult children? Ask Ellie

Also, a psychotherapist suggests things to look for in a romantic relationship.

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about 2 years ago
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Advice | My partner and I had a disastrous time living together. How can I help her get over her ...

Also, readers offer advice about drawing up a will.

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about 2 years ago
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Advice | My son doesn’t trust me with his children because I’m outspoken. What to do? Ask Ellie

Also, a reader says a previous reader’s relationship problem seems like ‘love bombing.’

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about 2 years ago
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Advice | Readers share stories of moving through grief and avoiding untrustworthy dates: Ask Ellie

Also, a reader notes that having different sleep schedules is no barrier to a happy marriage.

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about 2 years ago
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Advice | My son’s marriage seems to be suffering. How can I help? Ask Ellie

Also, a reader is grateful for Ellie’s book recommendation.

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about 2 years ago
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Advice | I should’ve trusted my instincts about the man I met online: Ask Ellie

Also, a reader asks if she should address her father’s alcoholism and other family issues, or if it’s worth the bother.

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about 2 years ago
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Advice | This couple has a rocky relationship, debts and fights in front of the kids. How should ...

Also, a reader suggests a list of books isn’t the best recommendation for alcoholics.

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