Sibling Relationships

Sibling relationships often last an entire lifetime. Whether good or bad to begin with, all relationships change over time and may be eliminated, reinforced or altered by later experiences.

Do you want to be closer to your brother or sister? Find out how here.

Recently, scientists have uncovered startling information about male depression: oftentimes, men who had a poor relationship with their siblings during their childhood are at a much greater risk of developing depression in their adulthood.

Monkey Beach is a novel that is largely embedded within the relationship that exists between a brother and sister. It is this sibling relationship that controls the novel and which also shows the readers the changes within it that occur.

It is amazing just how much our relationship with God can affect those around us. If we are lax in our relationship, all other issues in our lives will not work out as well. But if we are walking in oneness with God, everything else has a brighter look.

As I look around I see many Christians struggling in sibling relationships, it makes me look at my own. I see things that need improving, and things that are wonderful as they are. When I really look, I find the answer lies in my relationship with God.

Do you long for your children to grow up to be the best of friends? This article includes several ideas for encouraging that relationship even while they are still young.