A big part of being a good sister is making time for your sibling and showing them that they’re important to you. If your sibling has an upcoming test or job interview, encourage them! Or perhaps they will be receiving an award soon; be sure to show up for the ceremony if you’re able.  Give them a card or gift to show your pride in them. Say “Good luck today on your test” or “Congratulations on getting inducted into the honor society.  I’m so proud of you.” Every so often, get together to have dinner or lunch together. You can make it a random, spur-of-the-moment sort of thing, or you can make it a weekly/monthly tradition. Use this time to talk to one another and avoid using your phone.  If you can drive and they can’t, take them out for burgers or ice cream. If you are too young to drive, or if you don't want to, make some sandwiches together and have a picnic at the park. Have fun with your siblings!  Go see the new action movie that you’ve both been dying to see. Or maybe you have to go prom shopping soon - consider taking them with you.  Have a beach day, go out for a run, or go bowling. Have an arts and crafts day. You can try a new project together, or you can teach your sibling how to do something you excel at. If your siblings are trustworthy, share secrets with them.  This will help them feel more comfortable coming to you with their own secrets. Be mindful of their age and only tell them things that are appropriate based on that.  For instance, if they are over age 13, it’s probably okay to tell them about your first kiss. Keep your siblings’ secrets too, as long as it doesn’t concern their safety or put them in danger. In that case, talk them through why they shouldn’t keep it a secret, and go with them to tell a parent, guardian, or other trusted adult. Even if you are the perfect big sister, issues are bound to arise.  When they do, listen to your siblings' concerns and respect your differences. Even if they are annoying you, stay calm by taking deep breaths. You might say “It bothered me the other day when you took my shirt without asking.  I don’t mind letting you borrow things, but you need to ask me first, okay?” Make sure to stay in touch with your siblings if you don’t live in the same home.  Call them when you can, send texts throughout the week, and check in on them on important dates. You can even have a group text where all of you can communicate together and share memes or stories about your day.
شجّعي أخوتك الصغار في المناسبات الهامة. تناولا الطعام سويًا. استمتعوا ببعض الأنشطة سويًا. شاركيهم أسرارك. تناقشي معهم وحاولوا حل خلافاتكم. كونوا على اتصال مرة أسبوعيًا على الأقل إذا كنتم لا تعيشون سويًا.