How do you start a relationship with a family member whom you've never really spoken to in the past?

Get to know eachother!That shouldn't be hard at all!And go on from there!I wish you luck and I wish you love

Well, you are a really nice person. You care for the other family member. To start a relationship, first focus on these basic things: Food Clothes Happy talking That's simple.

A simple hey, hello with a smile works wonders :) Hang round the next family gathering, try and pull a few strings to make sure they're involved and just wander over and talk to them - who knows where it could lead!

This is tricky on various aspects, the key is to be open and honest, with yourself and your feelings; be as accepting as possible, be positive and courteous, genuine and confident in who you are. Additionally, it is important to recognize the fact that you might need to set aside your differences, set aside the fact that distance and time have separated you two, and rather, accept the fact that time has now brought you together; try to make the best of it; family is always going to be family, you are linked in a bond that is inseparable, strong, and honorable. Stay calm, cool and collected, and don't be afraid to express yourself as you please; his or her reaction will demonstrate his or her true colors; be true to yourself, don't be too nervous; start this journey together, be courageous and generous, intelligent and most of all: ACCEPTING. Just like meeting new friends, new people, conduct yourself as you would with all new relationships you have experienced, yet REMEMBER that you are FAMILY, and family facilitates the utmost love and support!

Sometimes even just a quick email or text can open really wonderful doors for family members. This is a great way to get to know them better and at least show them that you are interested in getting to know them better.

One thing that has helped me do this was to take any criticism that person gives to you, and agree with it or at least nod your head, if they're right or wrong -- even if they say the sun has switched places with the moon. Human interaction is mostly emotional, not logical.

You can just act like you speak all the time. Who ever he/she is in your family so it's not talking with a stranger.

Depending on if your family knows them better than you. Ask your known family about them. Start mundane and light topics of conversation. Speak to them on a weekly or bi-weekly basis to continue the growth of the relationship.

I've dealt with this a lot, especially with my biological mother. (I was adopted when I was 1) I will tell you it may be hard or awkward, depending on the reason for the lack of communication over the years, but go about it the way you would any other person. They probably feel the same way. Test the waters, find out their hobbies, What they've been doing with their life. Be open with them. For my birth mother and I our relationship seems more friendly than family, but you're just going to have to start from there.

Its okay. Family is family. You have to give it shot. And youll never know unless you try. Go for it.