If you have an older sister, then you can hide behind her when you get into trouble, make her do your chores, and borrow her clothes (without telling her, obviously), but there is more you need to thank her for. Psychologists say that having a sister improves your mental stability and overall development. Children that grow up with sisters around them are happier and become better-adjusted adults.
According to a study from Ohio State University, kids with siblings had a lower chance of getting a divorce in the future. One aspect of that surprising discovery is that having a sister makes you a more mature and less self-centered adult. Your early childhood experiences have a significant impact on your development as an adult. Children with siblings need to learn how to share and deal with conflicts very early on so that upbringing is very relevant when dealing with a romantic partner. Having a big sister as your friend growing up has a profound impact on every area of your life.
If you think growing up was difficult for you, believe it or not, it was way harder for your older sister. According to a study, parents are much stricter toward their firstborns compared to the rest of the siblings. First-time parents are all about rules and have too many expectations. However, these are reduced when another kid is born and gradually, they get more lenient. Therefore, if you have an older sister, that’s another reason you need to be grateful to her.
Your sister has a lot of things to teach you that you have not experienced yet. You will always have an ally and someone to look up to. She inspires you to become better and to strive toward your goals. Growing up with sisters can make you more ambitious and independent. It’s a standard process for the younger ones to imitate their older siblings as part of their social and cognitive development. Even if you aren’t aware, your big sister is fundamental in shaping your personality.
Science shows that growing up with sisters reduces negative feelings in young teenagers. You’re less likely to feel guilty, lonely, and unloved. Sibling affection contributes to emotional development and can help curb depression. Having a sister also makes you a kinder and more empathetic person.
She is someone that always has your back. Even as you grow older, this bond will continue to be of the utmost importance in your overall well-being and the longer-lasting relationship you’ll have in your lifetime. You always have support from her and someone to talk to. This will make you feel loved and cherished, and also it teaches you how to communicate your feelings better. You will always be more comfortable sharing something with her than with your parents, and she’ll undoubtedly be a better listener.
Most of all, you’ll always have a ride-or-die best friend, somebody that knows you so intimately that she can tell what you’re thinking just by looking at you. That’s the most precious gift and something to cherish every day. You are so fortunate to have a big sister who loves you.
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