Argumentative Essay On Sibling Relationships

Today in America, an estimated 80% of the population has at least one sibling. While it is true that no two families are identical, the relationship between siblings plays a central role in their development and growth. Younger siblings for example, might be prone to mimic the actions of their older siblings, viewing their older siblings as faultless and heroic figures. On the other hand, older siblings are often viewed as authority figures and are seldom questioned. They might develop as friends with an inseparable bond or as bitter rivals seeking supremacy over the others. Regardless of the nature of their relationship, siblings that share a household are forced to interact with each other more than any other friend or family member. Sibling

One can say my relationship with my sister is umm... complicated; one minute we’re fine and the next we want to rip out each others eyeballs. But yet, so many other siblings are like that too, so my sister and I are nothing spectacularly out of the ordinary. In fact, one can say we have a healthy sibling relationship, because of this weird love-hate complex. One great example of an average sibling relationship comes from Harper Lee’s book, To Kill a Mockingbird, where Jem and Scout Finch have a very iconic sibling relationship. My relationship with my sister is extremely similar to Jem and Scout’s relationship.

Barb blames Janice for Anne's death to hurt her and make her feel guilty, not knowing that Janice already feels guilty but does not express it. However, Barb does not think about the challenges Janice might have endured but is angry because she is not the ‘ideal Janice’ that she had been expecting. Barb is too busy and eager wanting to express her anger towards Janice that she cannot relate to Janice’s problems and the struggles that she goes through. Barb’s lack of sympathy towards the unexpected changes in Janice’s life only results in a bigger gap in their relationship. Once Barb and Janice start talking, Barb is again angered by Janice’s quietness and her unwillingness to strengthen their relationship. However, she does not make an effort herself to understand why. Barb says to Janice: “You told us the facts. I don’t know one damn thing about you, the person” (36). Barb is annoyed and frustrated by Janice keeping to herself, she cannot understand her. Barb wants a strong relationship with her as sisters. For Janice, the sister relationship is too difficult and would rather prefer being friends. However, Barb does not acknowledge or accept Janice’s different views but expects Janice to want the same. Barb misunderstands the quietness of Janice and takes it personally, thinking that she wants to keep a distance from her and does not want to open up. Barb does not think of the opposite. What if Janice can’t

What is the joy of having a sibling? Is it that you always have someone to beat up on? Or is it you have someone to express all your feelings to, knowing they aren’t listening or understanding it? Siblings can sometimes be there for you, for anything that you may need. Siblings are supposed to get along, but there are a big handful that don’t. Many siblings fight over redundant things such as who gets the higher quality clothing items. This rivalry shows up in the short story, “The Scarlet Ibis” by James Hurst--and it does not have a very satisfying ending.The story is full of symbolism and it teaches us to cherish every little moment with our siblings and be grateful that we have them in our lives.

Mom! Barst and Bord are not letting me play video games with them because they say that I suck and says that if I do win, it is because I cheated. Whether you are a parent who has children that tends to fight a lot with their brother or sister or you have a brother or sister that fights with you a lot, this scene appears familiar doesn’t it. When people think about brothers or sisters fighting, they think that the relationship between one another will turn sour. However, even though brothers and sisters fight with one another from time to time, the relationships between one another can lead to positive effects. In Kelsey O'Neill's essay “Sibling Rivalry,” she argues that the relationship between siblings help navigate one another a myriad of

However in some cases, several individuals consider their siblings as opponents or rival in getting the things that they want. Some think that their sibling hinders them from achieving their goals and prevent them from being fortunate. That is where sibling rivalry takes place. (Stein 2002)

Sibling rivalry has been one of the major parts of the book since the beginning of the story. Mcbride having to deal with 12 siblings including himself gave us a sense of intense rivalry that may happen between them. Comparing the article we read last week to chapter 8 of the book they are alike in various ways. Failing to my expectation, the rivalry between the sibling wasn’t that intense as I had thought it would be. Dealing with 12 siblings can be annoying and also fun. For example, Mcbride indicates “ my brothers and sisters were my best friends, but when it comes to food we were enemies.”

Older siblings do this so they can be the first ones to do it and not have someone else hurt you. For instance when Curley was picking on Lennie, George helped Lennie out and said don’t pick on him. In my life my brother always makes fun of me if something goes wrong or is not right.

When people say opposites attract, it doesn't always apply to everyone; the vast differences in siblings can lead to sibling rivalry. Sibling rivalry is the jealousy, competition, and fighting between siblings. In the story, Everyday Use by Alice Walker shows how Dee; a smart, rude narcissist and her sister Maggie; a quiet reserved girl are vastly different. Siblings who have many differences cause them to have competition towards each other. Throughout the story, Everyday Use there are many examples of the differences siblings can have and the result of their differences.

According to the article “7 Ways Your Siblings May Have Shaped You” written by Lindsay Lyon, siblings: buffer stress, provide good practice, help raise our vulnerability to mental-health issues, raise the chance of bad behavior, inspire us to be different, increase romantic jealousy, and impact a person’s love life. Siblings play a vital role in the way a person will act and carry themself in their day to day life. 80% of children today grow up with a brother, sister, or both. Something that is interesting to me is that children are more likely to grow up with a sibling than to grow up with a father.

“Sibling relationships in particular are among the longest lasting and most influential relationships in an individual’s lifetime” (Shalash 288). Relationships with siblings definitely affects emotions. Emotions vary when it comes to siblings; they can range from anger and jealousy to joy and gratefulness. Siblings can go from calm and loving while spending time together to fighting physically or verbally within moments. With multiple siblings, favorites are often chosen by parents or siblings so the other siblings may feel like an outcast. When two families are combined different routines can cause great conflict. If a child faces conflicts continuously with their family it can make complications for their love life.

If you have siblings you will have to share everything, so you get less; but you also get less of the bad things. Siblings can support and comfort each in times of trouble. The elder siblings learn to care for the younger ones and the younger ones learn to respect their elder siblings and have someone to look up to besides their parents. You are more balanced person than an only child.

I thought myself to respect all people even if i didn't like them but still had aspect them and saw everyone as equal to each other and not have one dominant the other. What i am saying  I know how it feels to have more limitation based on who you are. I know where they’re coming from. But overall having siblings had made more laughter, more learning opportunities and learning from their mistakes, and most all forever lasting friendship. I am very thankful to have family and friends to encourage me in my goals on what I want do and who I want to become.

Sibling rivalry is not new; the story of Joseph is an example of it. Joseph was the baby of the family which made his father show favoritism. Joseph’s brothers saw clearly that their father loved Joseph more because at 17years old he received a coat specially woven for him. This brought discord between Joseph and his brothers which led them to reject Joseph and plan to murder him. As a result of disowning Joseph, they sold him into slavery.

Sibling experiences can be diverse depending on the culture, values within the specific family, and the society that they live in. “Sibling Relationships in Cross Cultural Perspective” published in the Journal of Marriage & Family, breaks down the different culture meanings of the word “sibling” and sibling roles into industrial and non-industrial societies (Cicirelli, 1994). In industrial societies, such as the U.S., declaration of a sibling can be seen as discretionary, with the greater society only considering true siblings as those who are biologically or legally declared (Cicirelli, 1994). Adopted siblings, foster, half, or step siblings are only recognized as “siblings”