How do you deal with a difficult sibling when a parent dies?

Divide up responsibilities evenly, but don’t take on more than you can handle. Trust in your siblings to get things done, but check in to see how everything is going and if they could use some help. If they become defensive, let them know you’re only hoping to lighten their load.

What to say when you lose your brother?

Examples of what to say:

1. I’m so sorry for your loss.
2. You’re in my thoughts and prayers.
3. We’ll all miss him very much.
4. I have such fond memories of your brother.
5. I’ll always remember him as one of the nicest people I knew.
6. He was such a great mentor to all the new people at the office.

Why would a sibling refuse to take care of a parent?

There are multiple reasons, often very complicated reasons, why a sibling declines to care for, or limits the type of care to provide an aging/ill parent. Nobody should not be forced to defend that choice. To be angry that a person declines to assist you when you alone made that decision is in my opinion emotionally immature.

Are your parents treating your siblings better than you?

It can be frustrating when you feel like your parents are treating your siblings better than you. Before you get too upset, though, recognize that you and your sibling have different interests, hobbies, and skills, and might need to be parented differently.

What should I say in a dispute with my brother?

In a dispute, people often make assumptions about what the other person is thinking when they wronged that other person. Including “I” statements, which focus more on your feelings rather than on what the other person did, can increase your odds of reaching a solution with your sibling.

What are some things to avoid when writing a letter to siblings?

Attempting to conceal your role in the situation such as by writing, “I was only defending myself” or “You started it” should also be avoided. If a small, one-time disagreement has driven you and a sibling apart, you might write, “I felt hurt when you made that joke about my weight on Thanksgiving.