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Jealous of brothers relationship

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Amongstthewildthings · 01/04/2019 14:14

Hi all

I am 29, brother is 27. He has been in a relationship for 8 years with my SIL who I absolutely adore.

My relationship history has not been so lucky (many relationships but lots of heartbreaks.)

I find myself jealous that my brother has found his best friend/soul mate and I haven't. I wish I could have that person to bring on family holidays, go on date nights with. I am happy for my brother's happiness, but can't help but feel I've missed out and sometimes resent seeing such happiness when I haven't found that for myself.

OP posts:
colehawlins · 01/04/2019 14:14

Don't compare. It's pointless and damaging. You are you and he is he.

NameChangeNugget · 01/04/2019 14:45

"Comparison Is the Thief of Joy"

This is so true. The whole soulmate thing as well..... A lot of people see this as media manipulated, Mills & Boon tosh.

Dust yourself down and enjoy life Flowers

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