Siblings can fight over anything & everything. Whether it is about sitting in the car with dad or wanting to eat the last cookie, there’s a long list of silly reasons that siblings fight about. But the sibling relationship is so much more than these silly fights. It is okay sometimes to apologise to your siblings & release the stress. As you let go off your feelings, you won’t feel the need to take them out on each other. It will help you connect & promote peace in your relationship.
So, here is a list of ways to make up for sibling fights & also how to avoid conflicts in the future.
Simply Apologise
The first & foremost way to make up after a fight is to simply say sorry. Because sometimes it is better to accept your mistakes rather than staying cold or angry with your sibling for a long time.
Talk to them
Talk to your sibling about what went wrong. Have a real discussion at a private place. Ask what you can do to make things right & how you’ll behave in the future. It will show your sibling that you want to talk to them and sort out the issues between you two, for real.
Give your sibling space
After you’ve apologised give your sibling some space & time to process & accept your apology. Don’t put pressure on them to accept your apology right away as that can lead to further issues between you.
Make a kind gesture
Do something nice for your sibling. Make their favourite dish or take them out for coffee. Surprise them with a gift to show them you feel bad for what you did & there are no hard feelings.
Be nice to them
Try to do one nice thing for your sibling every day. Make it a habit. For example, helping your sibling with chores will reduce any tension between you & infuse your relationship with love and compassion. Make them a cup of tea in the evening. Or prepare dinner for them once a week.
Try & be an active listener
To avoid conflicts in the future with your sibling, listen to what they are saying without judgement or thinking to respond. Absorb what they’re saying & try to understand. After hearing them, respond & share your thoughts. You may not necessarily agree with them, but at least you’ll understand their perspective & the right attitude will help resolve conflicts in the long run.
These methods will not only help you make up for silly fights but also enhance love, care, and understanding in your relationship.
