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David Eddie

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Relationships, self-awareness, social interactions

David Eddie was a columnist for The Globe and Mail. He wrote Damage Control, an advice column about self-awareness, relationships and social interactions.

Books

Damage Control, McClelland & Stewart

Latest articles

February 2, 2017

Damage Control: My friend calls my fur-wearing ‘disgusting’: How should I respond?

Damage Control: My friend calls my fur-wearing ‘disgusting’: How should I respond?

My friend calls my fur-wearing ‘disgusting’: How should I respond?

David Eddie

January 27, 2017

Cooking for in-laws who prefer a basic menu - and scoff anything but - might be a blessing in disguise.

Cooking for in-laws who prefer a basic menu - and scoff anything but - might be a blessing in disguise.

My inlaws prefer bland food - am I obliged to serve it?

DAVID EDDIE

January 20, 2017

Why not just let your friend handle tipping, relax and enjoy your pina colada – and the excellent service you’ll no doubt get with all your friend’s tipping and gifting on behalf of you both – in the sunshine?

Why not just let your friend handle tipping, relax and enjoy your pina colada – and the excellent service you’ll no doubt get with all your friend’s tipping and gifting on behalf of you both – in the sunshine?

How should I handle tipping during my vacation?

David Eddie

January 13, 2017

A face-to-face meeting is the best way to move toward reconciling father and son.

A face-to-face meeting is the best way to move toward reconciling father and son.

Is it too late for my brother to repair his relationship with his son?

David Eddie

January 6, 2017

I’m having a difficult time with a friend of 40 years. She turns every conversation around to talk about herself.

I’m having a difficult time with a friend of 40 years. She turns every conversation around to talk about herself.

How do I deal with a friend whose only concern is herself?

DAVID EDDIE

December 30, 2016

Orillia, Ontario. CAN - October 16, 2012

Orillia, Ontario. CAN - October 16, 2012

Leaving the house is a chore. Does that make me a bore?

DAVID EDDIE

December 23, 2016

Should I tell my friend I think her boyfriend treats her badly?

David Eddie

December 15, 2016

Can you weed the bad seeds from your kid’s list of friends?

David Eddie

December 8, 2016

An open bar and an awkward spouse could turn a holiday party into a horror movie, so what’s the right way to secure a solo night-out?

An open bar and an awkward spouse could turn a holiday party into a horror movie, so what’s the right way to secure a solo night-out?

How do I tell my socially awkward husband to stay home from my office party?

DAVID EDDIE

December 1, 2016

According to David Eddie, an ungrateful daughter-in-law is in need of a ‘praise sandwich’

According to David Eddie, an ungrateful daughter-in-law is in need of a ‘praise sandwich’

My daughter-in-law never says thank you for gifts. What do I do?

November 25, 2016

“I’ve gone from loving the holiday season to dreading it.”

“I’ve gone from loving the holiday season to dreading it.”

I’m on a tight budget this year. How do I navigate holiday obligations?

DAVID EDDIE

November 18, 2016

You feel empathy for his struggle to quit. But ultimately it’s up to him to do so.

You feel empathy for his struggle to quit. But ultimately it’s up to him to do so.

My husband refuses to quit smoking. How can I pressure him to stop?

DAVID EDDIE

November 10, 2016

U.S. President-elect Donald Trump gestures as Vice President-elect Mike Pence applauds (L) at their election night rally in Manhattan, New York, U.S., November 9, 2016.

U.S. President-elect Donald Trump gestures as Vice President-elect Mike Pence applauds (L) at their election night rally in Manhattan, New York, U.S., November 9, 2016.

Don’t let The Donald come between you and your friend

DAVID EDDIE

November 4, 2016

"Young married couple holding hands, ceremony wedding day"

"Young married couple holding hands, ceremony wedding day"

My son’s wife has isolated him from our family. What do I do?

DAVID EDDIE

4 min read

October 28, 2016

While opposite-sex friendships can be great, if a partner is getting a little to cozy with a buddy, it’s time to call a spade a spade – and a dog a dog, writes David Eddie.

While opposite-sex friendships can be great, if a partner is getting a little to cozy with a buddy, it’s time to call a spade a spade – and a dog a dog, writes David Eddie.

Has my husband moved from the ‘friend’ zone to the ‘cheat’ zone?

DAVID EDDIE

October 21, 2016

Twentysomethings living in their parent’s basements, take note: You’re an adult now, and that means sometimes paying for dinner.

Twentysomethings living in their parent’s basements, take note: You’re an adult now, and that means sometimes paying for dinner.

My twentysomething nephew never pays the dinner bill. What should I do?

DAVID EDDIE

October 14, 2016

The writer’s older sister sits at home all day playing video games and their mother pays for everything.

The writer’s older sister sits at home all day playing video games and their mother pays for everything.

My mom enables my older sister’s lack of responsibility. What do I do?

DAVID EDDIE

October 6, 2016

How do we manage nana’s drinking without causing embarrassment?

DAVID EDDIE

September 30, 2016

When a wedding guest’s joke falls flat, is it worth getting riled up?

David Eddie

September 22, 2016

My husband makes promises to me, but then doesn’t follow through. He has had erectile dysfunction for four years now. He has slept in his recliner the last three years. I’m ready to throw in the towel. This is my third marriage. I’m 53 years old. What do I do?

My husband makes promises to me, but then doesn’t follow through. He has had erectile dysfunction for four years now. He has slept in his recliner the last three years. I’m ready to throw in the towel. This is my third marriage. I’m 53 years old. What do I do?

In my marriage, should I call it quits, or is there a fix?

David Eddie