Having a younger sibling can be fun, but it is also about the responsibility of inculcating good habits in them and being someone they can follow. With a sibling around, one is usually careful about what one says or does. Invariably, the sibling tends to pick up and learn behaviours and attitudes pretty fast from the elder brother/sister, who is their role model.
Here is how you can help them inculcate the right values…
Talk properly: Using slang is a big no. Use words like ‘Please’, ‘Thank you’, ‘Sorry’ frequently in your daily conversation with people at home.
Avoid fights: Try to avoid getting into a fight with a friend when you are around your younger sister or brother. You don’t want her/him to pick up your ways, do you?
Spend time with them: Play games with your siblings and spend time with them. This makes them feel that they are an important part of your life and boosts their confidence.
Never shout at them: If you are trying to do your homework and she/he is bothering you, first kindly ask her/him to stop annoying you. Or delegate some work that will keep her/him engaged. Avoid shouting or acting irritated.
Stay in touch: Try to stay in touch with your sibling while you are away from home. She/he will probably miss you more than your parents do.
Don’t nag: Avoid being a nag. Watch over her/him, but like a close friend and not like an over-protective, helicopter parent.
