Improving your relationship with a sibling

The relationship with a sibling is often the longest relationship in life. But old roles can still chafe in adulthood.

You will need

• A wish to grow closer
• Patience

Steps

1. Recognise the old roles

   Consider whether a childhood set-up keeps repeating itself, such as the "responsible eldest" or the "spoilt youngest".

2. Get to know your sibling as an adult

3. Meet one-on-one

4. Talk about old hurts

5. Share responsibility for your parents

6. Accept your differences

7. Create a shared tradition

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