Are there some people that you just feel awkward around, like you just have no idea what to say to him or her even though you should be very close? I'm this way with one of my sisters. I have another sister that I could talk to for hours. She had a birthday dinner for my brother and I a few days ago, which was very nice. She, of course, invited our other sister. I sat at the table with her and I think barely said a few sentences. It's just strange.
I used to be able to talk to her when I was younger. But as I grew older (even though she's much older), I changed personality-wise and she seems to stay the same. I suppose a lot of it, too, has to do with the fact that I don't agree with many, many, MANY choices that she's made. I try not to let this affect how I treat people but sometimes you just can't help it, even if it is family.
Anyone have any advice on this? I don't mean to come off as cold to her, but I think I do.
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Silence can be a form of communicati...
My sister and I were never cold to each other.
Until this last year.
Everyone's decisions are reason enough to, or not to, speak to them.
Walk your talk.
Cygnus
We all have family members like that. Rick Warren said when it comes to handling these family members are the kind that need E.G.R. (Extra Grace Required). Who knows it may get easier as you both get older, but chances are, it will always be this way, as long as you are always civil, she cant complain.
Natalie
im old so i will give advice like an old woman, people love to talk about themselves if you get them doing that and yammer on for hours than tell you how well the two of you get on.
Sweetie my only sister and I are this way! It makes me so sad to see that what used to be such a close relationship has become cold and forced...we rarely talk and when we do it seems like we're both just saying whatever to make an effort. I wish I had some advice, but since I'm in pretty much the same boat I don't...but if you ever figure this one out fill me in on the secret!
Wow- that's a hard one, I think that you just have to take things a step at a time. You may not be the closest people in the world and you don't have to be. I'm sure you love your sister, but you don't have to like the decisions she makes or anyone else for that matter! Just be nice and try to hold your tongue (that's a hard one for me lol)
BTW- thanks for the comments, I have totally been watching Weeds on Netflix too! (but I promise I worked today lol)
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