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My brother and sister are always mean to me, what can I do about it?

Profile: Anonymous
Anonymous on Nov 16, 2014
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Maybe they don't know, how you really feel! You should talk to them. They'll understand you. In the end, they are your brother and your sister.
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thedancerwithin on Aug 10, 2015
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I'm going to assume that going to your parents isn't an option that's why you're asking. It depends on the severity of the word "mean" according to you. If it's severe then talking to a trusted adult like a teacher or a counselor could work (if you're a child). If it's in the grey area then the best you can do is just stay out of their way whenever possible or try to turn the situation into a lighthearted joke instead of getting all upset over it. Sometimes siblings are mean just to see your reaction and being all upset about it just fuels them to do more of those mean acts to you... Instead, try laughing about it. Easier said than done- it's going to take a while to get into the habit of turning the situation positive... but it's worth a try right?
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Anonymous on Nov 5, 2014
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Brothers and sisters can be our biggest bullies but you are not alone. Speak to your parents or another adult. Ask for advice on how to stand up for yourself or avoid confrontation with your siblings
Profile: olimaar
olimaar on Oct 27, 2015
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It's a natural happening in families. When my sister picked on me, I would always respond in a kind, soothing voice, almost a little creepy. That makes them realize that what they are saying does not impact you.
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Unmasked on Sep 4, 2015
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I can relate, I asked my older brother for simply a pencil while he was playing a video game. My brother then kicked me out, I waited five minutes, then, he came out, threw a pencil (an attempt to throw it at me, but, failed) and then decided not to give it to me afterwards because I said something due to him hitting it on my arm multiple times and trying to throw it at me. So, basically, my brother is a jerk regardless.
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AlyssaHugs on Sep 14, 2014
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Try and speak with them. Ask them if you can talk with them privately. When talking to them make sure to express how you're feeling. If they're willing to listen then explain to them why.
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First of all, make sure they know how you feel. They might not even realize they are hurting you. If they still don't stop, tell your parents. This is not 'tattle-telling'.
Profile: Warlock
Warlock on Nov 10, 2014
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Nothing. Tune them out and know that deep down they care about about as much as you care about (or should) them and that this is just them taking their personal frustrations out on you and the people around them
Profile: Kimberly42
Kimberly42 on Apr 8, 2015
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Have you spoken to your parents or other trusted adult about this? I do very much empathize with you. It sounds very difficult and maybe hurtful to deal with.
Profile: healingHelp
healingHelp on Jun 21, 2016
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If you can, talk to your parent/guardian about it - often siblings can be mean, but they don't necessarily realise that they've really hurt you. Communication is always important, tell them they've hurt/offended/upset you and go from there :)
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