Quote From: nash1234 Dear friend,
I have a very similar problem with my sibling - only he is my brother and we are almost 7 years apart in age. He is insecure and suspicious and i have finally been able to move away from that place and be happy and contented with my life. Just like you, i have made numerous attempts to be his friend - and i know how hard it is to keep trying when all you get is rejection and pain. Family is supposed to lift you up, to support you and to be loyal to you - not make you feel anxious and nervous and just plain uncomfortable. I am very sad to hear that your sister wasn't around when you were physically and mentally unwell. You said the hero in you is gone - don't let that happen - cause you are a hero in my eyes. I want to be a good sibling just like you. All the sacrifices you made and all the loving support you extended to your sister in her time of need - make you a hero. Don't give up on her. Its incredibly hard, i know - I am living it. But please don't stop being the person you are just because of someone else. If you know who you are, be who you are. It takes a great deal of integrity to be who you are - but in the end, its worth it, right?! Lets both make a pact online, right now - never ever give up on our siblings. No matter what, we will be ourselves - strong and hopeful!
Lots of love to you my friend. Hope to hear from you soon:)
Dear friend,
I'm sorry that I didn't reply to your message sooner. I haven't been on the Dr. Phil website in a long time and didn't think to check for any replies. Thank-you for your encouraging words. I'm sad for you too that you feel rejected by your sibling. But you know, I agree that we should never give up on family.I will make that pact with you to never give up on family. I am happy to report though that a couple of weeks ago my sister asked if I wanted to meet her for coffee just to talk. I was so pleased that she wanted to maintain a tie with me. We met and had a good visit although I made sure not to talk about my disappointments over our relationship. I think that we will be able to be sisters but there will always have to be a part of me that guards my heart and not expect anything from her anymore.
I guess that I have to lower my expectations and be happy with whatever she feels she can share with me.
How are things going on your end? Have you had any breakthroughs with your brother?
Again, thank-you so much for your encouragement!
Take care my friend!
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