Sense & Sensitivity by Harriette Cole

Sense & Sensitivity in Advice August 13, 2020

White Reader Reflects on Racist Microaggression

DEAR HARRIETTE: When I worked at a heavily visited tourist attraction, I had a visitor interaction that ultimately ended with me escorting said visitor to a colleague (whom we will call “Annie”). I... continue

Sense & Sensitivity in Advice August 12, 2020

Readers Weigh In On Undeclared Student’s Options

DEAR READERS: So many of you had ideas for the student who was undecided when it came to determining a major in college and, in turn, a career path that I am printing a few of your letters here. Th... continue

Sense & Sensitivity in Advice August 11, 2020

Friend Won’t Give Customer Real Price

DEAR HARRIETTE: A good friend of mine owns a painting company. I hired him and his workers to paint my home a new color. I signed a contract like any other customer, but when I asked for the invoic... continue

Sense & Sensitivity in Advice August 10, 2020

Toxic Ex-Boyfriend Wants To Become Friends

DEAR HARRIETTE: I just got out of a relationship not too long ago that I believe was toxic for both of us. We took our time apart, but he has appeared again in my life asking to start over and be f... continue