The Surprising Childhood Secrets Behind Sibling Silence: 7 Experiences That Destroy Connection
Sibling relationships — aren’t they supposed to be the ultimate lifelong alliance? The kind where secrets are swapped like trading cards, laughter fills the room, and no one ever lets the other down? That’s the fairy tale, anyway. But waking up to reality, it’s clear that many siblings barely exchange more than a “Happy Birthday” text — if that. How does a bond that starts in the same household turn cold enough to create silence stretching for months,sometimes even years? I’ve witnessed this puzzling disconnect firsthand, watching friends drift apart, and I can’t help but wonder: what childhood shadows linger to silence siblings in adulthood? Let’s dive deeper into seven common childhood experiences that often pave the way for this silent treatment — no blame, just unpacking the past to help us, maybe, reconnect in the future. LEARN MORE
