When does being an older sibling turn into being a parent? A 23-year-old woman feels like she's been acting as her younger siblings' parent for years, and now she's at a breaking point. She tells the story of how her parents assigned her the 'job' of being a sibling and how that has affected her relationships with her brother and sister. After she moves out, her younger sister continues to demand her time and resources. In this post, we explore the complexities of sibling relationships and the expectations that come with being the oldest. But is she in the wrong for finally putting her foot down?
Big Sister Refuses to be Treated Like a Parent by Entitled Sibling
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Setting boundaries with entitled sibling for prom night plans. 🚫🔑
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Sibling boundaries set: 'I'm not your parent' 🙅♀️
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Big sister refuses to be treated like a parent by entitled sibling 👨👧
When parents expect their eldest child to act like a parent to their younger siblings, it can cause resentment and strain on the relationship. In this case, the big sister was expected to drop everything to attend to her siblings' needs, even if it meant sacrificing her own plans or obligations. Now that she has moved out, her entitled younger sister still expects her to provide for her every whim, including taking her shopping and buying her an expensive prom dress. When the big sister finally stands up for herself and refuses to be treated like a parent, her family turns against her. But is she really in the wrong? Let's take a look at some of the comments and reactions to this contentious issue.
NTA. Sister needs to realize parentification is abuse, parents are AHs.
Dreams-in-the-Rain | Dreams-in-the-Rain
Draw firm boundaries and create an equal relationship with family 👍
CuriouslyFlavored | CuriouslyFlavored
NTA for refusing to be a parent. Try explaining again 🤞
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Boundaries are important, NTA. 🙌😤🚫
Swiss_Miss_77 | Swiss_Miss_77
Sibling acts entitled and treats sister like hired help. NTA.
punkrockcockblock | punkrockcockblock
NTA. Being parentified is tough. Leave the nest without guilt 😌
mochi2018 | mochi2018
Sibling entitlement discussed, commenter suggests cutting off toxic family.
Spank_Cakes | Spank_Cakes
Standing up to entitled sibling's behavior, NTA at all! 🙌
No-Jellyfish-1208 | No-Jellyfish-1208
Sibling treated like a parent, commenters side with big sister 💪
lizcopic | lizcopic
Sibling expects OP to be a parent, taxi, chaperone, ATM, and hotel. 🙄
Calm_Initial | Calm_Initial
Empowering response to entitled sibling. You go, girl!! 💪
QueenSupreme21 | QueenSupreme21
Don't let entitled siblings treat you like a parent 🙌
MandeeLess | MandeeLess
Sibling entitlement exposed: NTA refuses to be the parent.
JKCincinnati | JKCincinnati
A troll comment gets a gigachad response 😎
[deleted] | [deleted]
Setting boundaries with entitled siblings and clueless parents. 🙅♀️
lovebeinganasshole | lovebeinganasshole
Don't let entitled siblings treat you like a parent 👊
VikiMew | VikiMew
Enforcing boundaries with entitled siblings. 👏
mountaingoat05 | mountaingoat05
Stand your ground and don't let guilt-trippers control you! 🚫🙅♀️
[deleted] | [deleted]
Sisterly entitlement exposed: would she change her tune?
PerkyLurkey | PerkyLurkey
Teach her a lesson! 🎓
BethyBoop26 | BethyBoop26
Sibling feels burdened by parental responsibilities. Empathy ensues ❤️
zaftig_stig | zaftig_stig
Setting boundaries with entitled family members is crucial for self-care ✨
cable_kisses | cable_kisses
Doubts arise over the authenticity of the story 🤔
lakewood2020 | lakewood2020
Defending against lazy parents and entitled sibling. NTA 💪
MeringuepieMoth | MeringuepieMoth
Sibling entitlement? Big sister sets boundaries and says NTA
Mysterious-Moment217 | Mysterious-Moment217
Sister stands up to entitled sibling, advises on parentification book.
Striking-Drive-4304 | Striking-Drive-4304
Sibling struggles with parental responsibilities, commenters agree it's unfair.
cthuwuftaghn | cthuwuftaghn
Setting boundaries with entitled sibling: tough love without parenting ❤️
Nicepahp | Nicepahp
Big sister sets boundaries with entitled younger sibling about prom
TyrannasaurusRecked | TyrannasaurusRecked
Breaking the cycle of abuse. 👏
Blackstar1401 | Blackstar1401
Sibling abuse is not okay. Stand up for yourself! 🚫👊
Pandasrthebest | Pandasrthebest
Setting boundaries with entitled siblings: NTA 👍
TwoCentsPsychologist | TwoCentsPsychologist
Sibling parentification leads to entitled demands from 16-year-old sister 🙅♀️
NYCQuilts | NYCQuilts
Sibling stands up to abusive parents, earns NTA judgement 👏
ShotPaleontologist88 | ShotPaleontologist88
Setting boundaries with entitled sibling and lazy parents. 👍
DiligentPenguin16 | DiligentPenguin16
Setting boundaries with entitled siblings 👊
PAUL_DNAP | PAUL_DNAP
Boundaries are important 🛑 NTA needs to cut the cord.
thekristastrophe | thekristastrophe
Sibling boundaries need to be respected. Stick to your guns.
DRW1913 | DRW1913
Encouraging words for someone dealing with toxic parents 👏
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Supportive comment with celebratory wishes 🎂
sandymason | sandymason
NTA. Don't let them treat you like an ATM 🚫💰
ComprehensiveBand586 | ComprehensiveBand586
Sibling not responsible for other siblings. Set boundaries with parents.
mtngrl60 | mtngrl60
Heartbreaking story of being grateful for a miscarriage due to abuse.
jennyjank | jennyjank
Commenter suggests drastic action due to dysfunctional family dynamics 😬
quippers | quippers
Sister refuses to be parented by entitled sibling 😤
Unable_Supermarket64 | Unable_Supermarket64
Sister's entitled demands for keys and privacy. NTA response 🔥
edked | edked
Big sister stands up to entitled sibling with support from other sister
SL8Rgirl | SL8Rgirl
Commenter calls out neglectful parenting and advises to cut ties 🚫
leomhgem | leomhgem
Sister wants prom favors, but NTA sets boundaries 🙅♀️
RicottaPuffs | RicottaPuffs
Boundaries set. Big sister won't be a free babysitter 🔥
Pony_Express1974 | Pony_Express1974
Sibling boundary-setting advice, turn the tables on entitled behavior 💪
rak1882 | rak1882
Setting boundaries with family is important for mental health 👍
alicewonder87 | alicewonder87
Commiserating with the NTA OP 🙌🏼👏🏼
buckyroo | buckyroo
Sibling not responsible for entitled behavior due to parental abuse 💪
tregare | tregare
Sister and parents need to learn without you. 🏃♀️
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Sibling fed up with entitled behavior of younger sister 👧👎
Leolily1221 | Leolily1221
Sibling entitlement shut down with a boss move 👊🏼
tonks-lupin1313 | tonks-lupin1313
Take back control. Set boundaries and reduce contact. 🚫
lexi_the_leo | lexi_the_leo
Setting boundaries with entitled sibling. Move away. 👌
No_Elephant3224 | No_Elephant3224
Sibling's entitlement and parents' favoritism lead to low contact recommendation 😒
UnicornCackle | UnicornCackle
Support for OP and condemnation of abusive parents with anger.
SoCalThrowAway7 | SoCalThrowAway7
Standing up to entitled younger sibling: NTA wins!
CMSkye | CMSkye
Don't let entitled parents steal your childhood. NTA 🙌
Nickyx13 | Nickyx13
Being a parent to your siblings is not normal. NTA 👍
BeTheCheeto | BeTheCheeto
Take back control as the big sister, not third parent 💪
shydimami | shydimami
Sibling entitlement and parental pressure, NTA puts foot down 🚫🤑
Psychological_Rip587 | Psychological_Rip587
Breaking free from parentification and setting boundaries with entitled sister 💪
darklinghate | darklinghate
Standing up to parentification and entitlement, NTA 🙅♀️🚫
No_Proposal7628 | No_Proposal7628
Sibling forced to be the parent, refuses to pay for prom.
SurrealGirl | SurrealGirl
Sibling entitlement at its finest. NTA for setting boundaries 🚫👩👧
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