We all have our ups and downs with siblings, but what happens when the relationship becomes unbearable? Meet a 17-year-old girl who’s had enough of her 10-year-old sister’s hurtful comments. Despite their parents’ lack of intervention, this teen is taking matters into her own hands, refusing to interact with her sister until the nasty remarks stop. But will her bold move bring about the change she’s hoping for?
The Sisterly Struggle

A Mouthful of Trouble

Body Issues and Cruel Jabs

Sister’s Unforgivable Remarks

Colorism and Parental Inaction

Parents’ Disappointing Response

Taking a Stand ✊

Parents’ Reaction: Not Supportive

Update: A Surprising Turn of Events

Sisterly Bonding and a Heart-to-Heart

Opening Up and Educating

Sister’s Remorse

The Journey Continues ️

Parents’ Reaction: Still Unknown

Sister’s Bold Move: Will It Bring Change?
This 17-year-old girl has had enough of her sister’s hurtful comments and is taking a stand. Despite her parents’ lack of support, she’s decided to cut ties with her sister until the mean remarks stop. But in a surprising turn of events, the two sisters bond during a day spent together, leading to heartfelt conversations and apologies. Will this newfound understanding last, and will their parents finally address the issue? Only time will tell.
NTA. The sister knows it’s wrong and the parents enable it.

NTA. Responding with ‘Did you plan on what you said to be so mean and hurtful?’ is a great way to make them aware of their hurtful comments.

Sage advice on dealing with a mean sibling

Don’t give her the reaction she wants, starve her of attention

NTA. Supportive comment about sister’s hurtful comments and advice given.

Mixed family commenter sympathizes with OP, calls out parents’ neglect

NTA’s parents need to correct sister’s behavior

NTA. Encouraging self-love and kindness while addressing colorism and disordered eating
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Sassy sister gets a warning of playground consequences

Colorism in the family? NTA for refusing to deal.

10-year-old’s nasty comments make NTA clear

NTA. Lack of parenting is causing sister’s vicious behavior

Clever way to handle a sibling’s nasty comments

Standing up to a younger sibling’s insults. #NTA

Understanding the root cause of sister’s behavior

Clear NTA judgement with no room for debate

Sibling disrespect: NTA sets boundaries for toxic sister

Navigating the complexities of sibling relationships with a 10-year-old

Camp counselor reminds OP to communicate with sister about behavior

NTA, sister needs to learn respect. Parents need to step up.

NTA commenter suggests deeper rooted problem with sister’s self-hate

Supportive comment validates OP’s feelings towards sister’s behavior

Standing up to toxic family members

Sister’s parents are out of line. NTA for refusing.

Parents enabling sister’s racism, OP not at fault.

Sibling shares personal experience and advises OP to take action.

Standing up to toxic behavior. Parents need to step up

NTA but… confronting colorism and body shaming in family dynamics

NTA suggests confronting sister’s racism and warns of consequences
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Parental intervention needed to stop sister’s nasty comments

Parents should teach kids not to hurt with words

Sibling rivalry and bullying can have long-lasting effects
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Be the bigger sister and discipline her, NTA
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Stop the sister’s nasty comments before it’s too late

Sibling bullying can have long-lasting effects. NTA for setting boundaries.

Sibling rivalry and colorism. NTA advises to ignore and shut down.

Setting boundaries is important, even with family.

Cutting off toxic sibling improved mental health
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Standing up to emotional abuse. NTA

Calling out colorism in the family, NTA wins this one
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Standing up to body shaming sister, NTA wins

Commenter sympathizes with OP and insults their sister

Putting yourself first and dealing with family dynamics

Setting boundaries with abusive family members is important for self-care

Commenter suggests therapy for body image issues and sister’s abuse.

Empathetic reply encourages hope for sister’s maturity

Be the bigger person, but don’t excuse your parents’ neglect.

Freezing out younger sister for rude comments is NTA move

Survivor shares advice on dealing with toxic family members

Sibling support and discipline. NTA

Sibling bullying can have long-term impacts on relationships

Parents should teach kids not to hurt others with words , and correct bad behavior

A teacher suggests counseling for OP and sister. NTA

Commenter calls out sister’s behavior, suggests parents intervene

Being a role model is a two-way street

Passionate comment about parenting and underestimating kids

Setting boundaries with a hurtful sibling is important

Advice for dealing with a hurtful younger sibling

Protect yourself from toxic family, but keep the door open

NTA. The sister’s behavior is unacceptable and needs correction.

10-year-old sister needs better parenting, not just sibling guidance.
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Parental responsibility for teaching good behavior

Commenter defends OP, blames parents for sister’s behavior.

Defending a 10-year-old from harsh judgement

Stay strong, her opinion doesn’t matter. You’ve got this

Teen sets boundaries with toxic sister and manipulative parents

Sibling relationships can change with age and maturity Give it time

Parenting excuses for racist and fat-shaming comments? NTA takes action
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Strong reaction to comment advocating for physical punishment.

Sibling’s nasty behavior may lead to bigger problems in future

Savage response to disrespectful sister. NTA

Sibling’s lack of discipline leads to 18-year-old being a**hole

NTA suggests ways to handle sister’s mean comments about weight

Freeze her out and move on to college for peace
