Imagine being constantly compared to a ghost from the past, a spectral sister you’ve never met. This is the eerie reality for a 19-year-old woman, whose sister-in-law seems unable to let go of her late sibling. The young woman’s life is filled with constant comparisons, from her high school subjects to her favorite snacks, and even her boyfriend. But when the spectral sisterly comparisons start to invade her personal space, she finally snaps, sparking a family feud. Let’s delve into this uncanny tale…
The Ghostly Comparisons Begin

A Plea for Normalcy

The Family’s Verdict: Overdramatic!

Boyfriend in the Crosshairs

A Dinner Invitation Ignites the Fuse

The Watchful Eye ️

Invasion of Privacy

The Locked Door Incident

The Breaking Point

Family Fallout ️

A Crisis of Conscience

Mixed Responses

The Road Ahead ️

A Boyfriend’s Innocence

A Spectral Showdown: Is She the Heartless One or the Victim?
Our young protagonist finds herself in a spectral showdown, constantly compared to her sister-in-law’s late sibling. Despite pleas for normalcy, the comparisons continue, escalating when her boyfriend enters the picture. A simple dinner invitation sparks a feud, leading to an invasion of privacy and a locked door incident. Finally, she snaps, calling her sister-in-law delusional and suggesting therapy. But instead of support, her family demands an apology, leaving her questioning her actions. The internet’s verdict? Mixed. As she plans to move out, she’s left wondering if she’s the heartless one or the victim. Let’s see what the world thinks of this spectral sibling saga…
NTA. She does need to see a therapist.
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NTA. Seek support from trusted family/friends to deal with unfairness

“NTA. SIL overstepped boundaries. Therapy needed. SIL treating OP like child.”

NTA. Set boundaries, suggest therapy, but she may not listen.

NTA. Stand up for yourself and be true to who you are!

NTA. You spoke up about her unhealthy behavior.

NTA. Encourage therapy, even if they won’t listen. Keep trying!

NTA but should have set boundaries earlier. Stand firmer now.

Sister-in-law overstepping boundaries in parenting. Not the a**hole!

NTA – Stand up for yourself and show her you’re different!

NTA: Harsh but truthful comment about controlling sister-in-law.

NTA: Truth hurts, but therapy might help heal the relationship.
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NTA- Asserting independence and addressing potential jealousy in sister-in-law

NTA- Sister-in-law’s overbearing behavior is straining your relationships

NTA – Concerning reaction to locked door, she needs therapy. Moving soon.

NTA. Calmly explain your concerns about her grieving process.

Stand up for yourself and fight crazy with crazy!

NTA. Grieving doesn’t give you a free pass for everything

NTA. Your SIL is out of line

NTA: Lock your door and cut off contact

Setting boundaries with a spooky sister-in-law

NTA. She needs help. Some people struggle without caregiving roles.

Stand your ground and be firm, but not an a**hole.

Yikes! Bizarre behavior, lock the door! NTA

Privacy invasion! Sister-in-law owes apology for disrespecting boundaries.

NTA. Setting boundaries with sister-in-law who bulldozes over them.
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NTA: Stand up for yourself against your sister-in-law’s controlling behavior

NTA. Record her bs to have evidence. Avoid headaches.

NTA – Grieving sister-in-law crosses boundaries, needs to move on.

Intrusive sister-in-law thinks she’s the boss. Boundaries needed!

“NTA. Keep protecting your boundaries.”

NTA – She ignored your plea for help, she needs it

Defending OP against trolls. Family’s weird support for sister-in-law.

SIL projecting onto you? NTA! She needs a therapist

SIL projecting emotional trauma, OP not the a**hole for setting boundaries.

NTA. Stand your ground and set firm boundaries with your family.

NTA – Take control! Go to the police for your safety

Supportive advice on coping with loss and sister-in-law dynamics. ✨

NTA. Have a serious convo with parents about borderline stalking

NTA: Sister-in-law’s creepy obsession needs to stop. Avoid her.

NTA. SIL has boundary issues and is projecting. Lock your door

Private messages don’t count. NTA, she needs to back off.

Don’t read the private messages! People be crazy!

Don’t let bitter trolls get to you! NTA!

No a-hole here. A peaceful resolution to a haunting past

NTA, she needs help

Sister-in-law can’t police your life. NTA for setting boundaries.
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NTA. Set boundaries and encourage professional help for sister-in-law.

NTA. Sister-in-law oversteps boundaries, needs therapy. Stay strong until moving out

Setting boundaries with sister-in-law: NTA for standing your ground

NTA – Setting boundaries with sister-in-law’s unhealthy sisterly affection

Beware of trolls lurking in private messages!
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Did SIL murder her sister over a boy? Info needed!

NTA – A weird sisterly clash with haunting undertones

Opinions silenced: Fear of backlash keeps real thoughts hidden

NTA: Sister-in-law’s obsession with deceased sister is crossing boundaries

Setting boundaries with a fixated sister-in-law

Sibling rivalry escalates when sister-in-law crosses boundaries

NTA commenter shares personal experience and suggests therapy for SIL.

Private messages don’t count? They must be hiding something!

Conflicting opinions in comments and PMs, but you’re NTA. ♀️

NTA, shut down the ghost comparisons with a fiery response!

Stand your ground and don’t apologize for speaking up

NTA. Grief can turn people mad, so she definitely should see a therapist.

Stand up for yourself and demand respect from your sister-in-law

NTA: Set boundaries, record incidents, and confront enabling family members.

Stand your ground and set boundaries. No apology necessary.
