3 Reasons Why Siblings Need Each Other

So many lessons and attributes can be learned, especially with siblings who live together and deal with each other on a daily basis. I am a mother to two children who love to disagree on just about anything, so I try to remember that each dispute is an opportunity for them to learn and to grow as individuals. Arguing is an opportunity for them to learn how to disagree with others. For example, they are learning that it is okay to disagree and have different opinions and views than someone else and that disagreements and arguments do not have to result in name-calling or fistfighting. That is just a tiny sliver of principles that can be taught through sibling rivalry. Others include: how to respect other people’s things and their space; how to have empathy for other people’s feelings; how to effectively communicate with one another; how to encourage others instead of putting them down. The list goes on and on. These teachings are put to the test daily in the midst of brothers and sisters, which means daily opportunities for growth. Hang on tight parents! The sibling rivalry ride may be mentally exhausting, but your constant efforts will allow your children to reap the benefits in the long run.