I’m male aged 19-22, I have an older brother about 4-5 years older (giving age ranges for better anonymity). Relationship is… not good (read: it’s terrible, horrifyingly terrible, arch-nemesis). How about you?

Edit: added age for context

  • SharkEatingBreakfast@sh.itjust.worksEnglish
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    1 year ago

    I have 9 other siblings, ranging in age from 27 to 48 years old (I think… it’s hard to keep track lol)

    My relationships with them all border on good/tolerable. We are very fortunate to be on good terms, despite our very very different beliefs.

    I think it stems from the fact that we were never raised with malice/anger being an option in our home. Frustrated? Yes. Very much. But we were never hateful. There was always someone to bond with, and no one ever felt singled-out.

    It also helps that we all like our space and were mostly respectful and understanding of that aspect as we grew up. It can be a bit difficult for all of us to make friends who “get” us like our family does, so letting loose at get-togethers is always fun and hilarious.