You dont need to stay friends with your siblings — at least, not out of some forced, familial obligation. Youre allowed to be different people who dont connect well and only see each other during the holidays.

Do siblings have to be friends?

While siblings do not have to be close friends (and many are not my current research indicates), the family of origin will run more smoothly if there is at least a basis for conversation and acceptance of family members. At some point older parents will need to be taken care of and estates may have to be divided.

Do sisters count as friends?

Siblings are meant to grow TOGETHER. They absolutely CAN be friends. They can enjoy each others company, share a friendship group, hang out together, and have a beautiful close relationship.

Is it okay to ignore your sister?

When you ignore a sibling, you are destroying the ability for you both to communicate. Explore other ways of resolving the issue by first trying to talk with your sibling. If necessary, involve your parents. If you need advice on what to do, ask a friend, counselor, therapist, or someone else you trust for help.

Whats more important friends or family?

People need people. However, if forced to choose which is more important, American researchers now say friendship is more important than family. Their new study suggests that friends may be more important than family members, especially as we age. He says, “friendships become even more important as we age.”