My younger brother (15) has been sneaking into my room when I am out and going through my things. I know because some of my clothes have been taken and then appear again a day or so later. Also some of my private things like my diary and other stuff have been moved from where i left them. I know it is my brother who is doing this because its only him and my mum and dad in the house. What can I do to stop him without causing too big a scene. I've thought of putting a lock on the outside of the door but if I do this my parents will want to know why and I dont really want to have to explain it to them. Has anyone else had similiar things happen and what is your advice for me? Thank you.
2006-08-04 08:01:07 · 44 answers · asked by ? 1 in Family & Relationships ➔ Family
I dont think i actually explained myself properly, by clothes i really meant underwear that my brother had been going through. As far as i know he isnt gay or into cross dressing.
2006-08-04 19:41:48 · update #1
I suggest you tell him privately what you know. Explain that if you're forced to put a lock on your door your parents will ask why and you'll have to tell them. It may be just the wake up call he needs! If that doesn't work then put your things into something more secure or have a lock put on a drawer or two where your personal stuff is stored. Men can be like this ie into ladies undies etc..unwashed ones at that!
Ask him how he'd like his personal stuff made public!
2006-08-04 08:15:49 · answer #1 · answered by xbkw46 4 · 6⤊ 2⤋
If you REALLY don't wanna tell ur parents, here's what I would do. First, I would take out all the clothes that I like and move them somewhere where he would never guess...maybe in a closet in a guest bedroom? Even if he did find them there, he would know that you were keeping track. As for the diary...I would put it in, like, that closet thingy under the bathroom counter (unless you two share, then put it under the mattress in the guest bedroom.) Create another diary filled with icky things about your brother going through your room, and leave it in a place where he is destined to find it. I have a younger brother too, and I know what a pain they can be. Hope this helps!
2006-08-04 08:24:03 · answer #2 · answered by Me 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You could try talking to your brother. Another option would be to put things in better hiding places. I know you can't hide all your clothes and everything in your room, but you could hide your diary better so he doesn't find it. Another idea would be to buy a lockable box and put what is important to you in the box and keep it locked. You could hide this in the closet so your parents don't see it and question it. Or else, buy a lock for your closet, if you can. That may be the easiest way. You could just keep your door closed and your parents would never see it. Unless your parents go in your room with out you in there.
2006-08-04 08:07:50 · answer #3 · answered by mine 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Brothers can be a right pain can't they? If you don't want to make a big deal out of it, try hinting when he is around that, you have noticed stuff has moved around and gone missing in your room, without accusing him outright. He may take the hint and stop. If not I think you will either have to talk to him or your parents, or just move your diary and other personal things elsewhere. Good luck x x
2006-08-04 08:10:43 · answer #4 · answered by Carrie 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The only other option you have is to confront your brother or catch him in the act. You should ask him why he feels the need to go through your personal things and how would he feel if you did that to him? Other than that, you could get a small locking safe to keep your diary and other stuff locked up in.
2006-08-04 08:07:33 · answer #5 · answered by Mother Bear 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I know I'm a guy but maybe I can help. Sisters do this kind of stuff too. Anyway, get yourself a metal lock box with either a key lock or combination lock. Even if he takes it he won't be able to open it. And sooner or later he'll have to return it. You might want to mention this to your parents. After all it's your personal stuff. He has no business even going in your room. Go to a place like Office Depot or Staples. They have many types to choose from. Hope this helps.
2006-08-04 08:10:45 · answer #6 · answered by The Mick "7" 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
My brother used to steals thing s from me all the time. I would hide my stuff in different places where only I knew where they are. If it's possible ask your mom and dad for one of those door knobs (the ones you can change yourself) that has a lock. Tell them you want more privacy. If that doesn't work or you won't ask. See if you can get one of those small safes.
2006-08-04 08:07:27 · answer #7 · answered by donise225 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Plant a fake diary. Make up stories about a girl that likes him. Also, write in the diary that you are worried about your brother because you think he is a cross dresser. He should soon confess. Have fun with him....locks don't deter little boys...just makes them more curious.
2006-08-04 08:10:04 · answer #8 · answered by voandginger 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You Should put a lock on your door. If your parents ask you why just say that you don't trust your brother when you are gone. and you should keep the only key to your room. Lock it when you leave and he won't go in unless he is sneeky and finds away in.
hope that helps...♥
2006-08-04 08:07:28 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Used to happen to me ALL the time. Oldest girl with two younger brothers. Really, I lost. They did it anyway. The lock is just one more challenge that they ENJOY to defeat, and believe me, he will. Start writing really strange things in your diary that you know he won't want to read. OR just ask him what exactly it is that he is looking for.
2006-08-04 08:07:42 · answer #10 · answered by strawbrrybabe 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋