At first it seemed really harmless to me because we were accustomed to hanging out socially mostly in groups after work. When he asked me on a date, it felt like a natural progression. After a few dates, we progressed some more. Things started off as a fun and casual hookup, and then I began to notice that he seemed like he wanted our co-workers to know. I told him we should keep things friendly and professional, as blurring the lines was getting uncomfortable for me. He conceded. Add that you do not appreciate him sending you inappropriate messages at work.
Invite him to stay professional. You both are building your careers. Encourage him not to allow a moment of fun to distract either of you from your goals. My eldest sister and I are more than 10 years apart in age. She played an active role in my life, though more in the roles of parent, mentor and protector than that of a sister. She took me to art galleries, museums, water parks, zoos and on countless picnics.
She bought me pretty dresses and encouraged a love of reading and of music. She gave me her time. She listened to my interests and encouraged them. When she married and moved far away, we maintained contact. Fast forward many decades, and my sister is now effectively a shut-in — she prefers books to people and is a certified bibliophile — and she is content with her life. I do these things out of an abundance of love and gratitude for my most amazing sister, who all those years ago took time to get to know her little sister.
It is my hope that she gets as much joy from them as I did from all the kindnesses she showed me. My sister is my hero. You can send questions toaskharriette harriettecole. By Harriette Cole askharriette harriettecole.
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