How to get along with my sister?

Question

she is a brat. She gets everything she wants. Sometimes I just want to hit her. She is 9 and I am 15. I need help.

Answer 1

she probably REALLY doesnt get everything she wants, but it probably does SEEM that way to you... if she drives you crazy, it might be because she is trying so hard to be like you... you are her role model.....

the big thing to remember is that you are almost twice her age... she still needs alot of attention from you, mom and dad and family, whereas you probably seek most of the attention you need from friends and from family too....
usually when you feel like a younger sibling is spoiled or bratty you really feel like they get all the attention and your left to your own devices...so to speak...
think about it...... and think about this too..... ask yourself, what can I do to make things better? even though you might wanna knock her socks off sometimes, when you see her being bratty ask yourself why is she doing this...what does she need? who does she need it from.... chances are she is looking for attention, wanting to be noticed, admired, wanting feedback telling her that she is ok.... just like her big sister.. :)
then ask yourself, what can i do to help her get what she needs?
is she is just being bratty to spite you, then you need to ask yourself why does she want to do that.. what have you said, or done to make her feel like she has to do that....
if you cant see where you had anything to do with her behavior, then its time to go talk to mom.....
tell mom your thoughts and observations, and see if mom sees what you see... then mom will probably handle the situation, or tell you what you arent seeing....
just remember first and foremost.... bratty kids are usually just showing out because they need attention that they dont feel like they are getting.... and being only 9 she doesnt know how to say what she needs..... which only adds to her frustration....
try it and see what happens..

Answer 2

Does she take things from you? If yes, have a nice talk with your parents. Make them understand that the fact your sister is younger than you isn't an excuse for her. A spoiled child can cause problems everywhere not only to you. Tell them that -for example- she takes your clothes. It's your parents responsibility to make her treat like a normal child!
If she doesn't things from you or she doesn't interfere to you personal staff, make sure she won't do it in the future. Cross your line so to keep her away.
I would say that this attitude from your side shows that you are a little bit jealous. And you are right if in her age you hadn't whatever you wanted! BUT DON'T FORGET THAT SHE IS YOUR SISTER! Love her and I hope that things will be fixed when she grows up.
You can also have your own hobbies or go out instead staying at home and ''suffer'' from the whole situation.

Answer 3

Try hitting her once in a while she'll get the idea.I am a younger sister I'm 14 and my sister is almost 17.I have sometimes got everything when we had the money.But just remember your older and try asking your parents for more stuff,but try not to go overboard because then you'll be just liker your sister.Ignore her and just hit her when she does something really big.

Answer 4

First the age difference is a major factor here.I am sure at your age you have more responsibility than her.If you feel like when you where her age that she does less than was required of you then u need to discuss that with your parents.Try to find things that u both have an interest in to enjoy together.Whether its painting your nails together or watching a TV show.There has to be something.Also remember you are her big sister and she looks up to you for everything.Just be patient as much as you can and focus on the fact she is your sister and you love her.

Answer 5

When your younger you get more attention than older children. I have a ten year old sister and a 5 year olde sister, they get on my nerves more than anything else. My sisters think it's funny to make of me, crack jokes, and be ignorant. But it's best to show your sisters how mature you are, and act like and older person, be an example. Smacking and hitting won't solve anything, she'll just come back for more because she knows it annoys you. My advice is simply, show it doesn't bother you. Remember younger siblings follow you're every move...

Answer 6

You have to remember you love her . i am six years older then my sister and we are best friends.and she always got what she wanted but the hardest time for us was when we were Ur age it because you are doing more stuff now and Ur mom and dad are tring to make her feel better just think you will drive next year and have less time at home with her SO suck it up Ur older and try to become her friend plus if you get on her good side she wont tattle so much .Hope this helps you

Answer 7

I have a little sister too...she's 11 and i'm 17... i think all you have to do is be her friend...Make her your friend, take her places maybe she'll change...Instead of being a brat she'll try to make you like her and she'll want to be like you...don't hit her though...you're like six years older than her...i sometimes hit my sister but i end up feeling bad about it....

Answer 8

she is 9 and you are 15 meaning you are older and she should get most of what she wants but then it reduces as she gets older so just put up with it for a little while

Answer 9

She is youger you have already had the attention when you were younger......But that doesn't mean that she can control you! Don't let her get to you! You are older you should act more mature! I am also in that position...I am 11...almost 12.....and my brother gets anything he wants!!!! It annoys me so much! and then he brags about it later!!!!

Answer 10

ok, first off, BE THE BETTER PERSON, you are 6 years older than her, its easier to be kind than mean, pity her ok? i have the same problem, except i have a little brother, all i have to say is, you dont wanna get in trouble by your folks or somthing, just because you cant stand her, soooooooo, good luck!!!!!