Cutting ties with a sibling

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I had no contact with one of my siblings for 20 years after an argument that simply stretched too far.

We simply got on with our lives and probably missed out on many family highlights such as weddings,gatherings births of children to name a few.

Both of us were stubborn and it got to the point that actually we had grown up and apart and to continue with the no contact was quite easy really.

That did all change when my sibling was diagnosed with cancer,we had 10 days to rebuild 20 years.

My advice is do what you need to do and if that's cut ties,do it,but if there is something that later you need to pick up on don't hold back making that contact.

I don't actually regret not having contact with my sibling whilst we were estranged,but I'm so glad we had those final days to rebuild.

Maybe 20 years apart taught us to grow up but we were together when it mattered at the end and reconciled enough for us each to go forward.

Lia-Crafts

No matter who it is, family members or friends, you are are not obligated to take any form of abuse.

The sooner you put your foot down and remain firm the better. Over time they will get the message.