Dear LoveBites - I’m the only non-magical member in a family of high-achieving elves. They craft toys, bake enchanted bread, and sing perfectly in harmony. I trip over my own feet. How do I stop feeling like the defective branch on the family tree?
—Not So Spry
Dear Not So Spry:
Every family has its “different” member—yours just happens to glow less. Elves may excel at magic, but being grounded can be its own strength. Find what you do well (even if it’s untangling headphone cords). Confidence isn’t inherited—it’s built. Also, someone in that family needs to keep things realistic.
LB