10 ways to cope with sibling estrangement
Families are taught from the beginning that “blood is thicker than water,” but it isn’t always that simple. What happens when one sibling’s passive-aggressive behavior threatens the emotional wellbeing of the other, resulting in a complicated estrangement?
There are multiple factors that can trigger sibling estrangement: emotional abuse, competition for attention, a long-festering grudge, the death of one or both parents, or something less dramatic such as diverse personalities that have little in common. How do you decide if estrangement is right for you, and how do you cope with your decision once it is made?It’s not uncommon to let a sibling’s hurtful behavior slide for the sake of keeping peace with the rest of the family. If the behavior is so harmful that it’s ruining your sense of wellbeing, it’s time to let your sibling know what you are feeling and why you need your distance.Take time to evaluate the situation before choosing to distance yourself.
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