Plus: After all these years, should I talk to my brother about the torment?
Several years ago my then-granddaughter transitioned to a male. All of us in the family have supported him 100 percent.Ask Amy: The neighbors’ girl was crying in the street, and what I saw in the house scared meAsk Amy: I want to change my children’s names, but one of them may not be happy about itI’ve always been the family picture taker. Over the years I have framed many group shots of family birthday parties, reunions, beach vacations, etc.
I was a sensitive and creative kid, the youngest of three brothers. My parents were loving but detached, which offered my brother endless opportunities to torment me. Then again, we’re old, and why should I make a sick person feel worse about his own life? Seems like bad karma. Your brother’s life doesn’t seem to have been particularly easy, while you have successfully overcome the adversity presented by growing up in your household.You say you’ve forgiven your brother, and if so, this should enable you to approach him with compassion. It’s a popular understanding that bullies are sometimes wounded, themselves. And bullying, far from establishing secure control and power, also breaks down the bully’s self-esteem.
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