Man claims parents always favoured his sister — until she went no-contact, leaving them dependent on him
SINGAPORE: A Singaporean man has found himself shouldering his parents’ financial and practical needs after his older sister, whom he says was always their favourite child, cut ties with the family... This article ( Man claims parents always favoured his sister — until she went no-contact, leaving them dependent on him ) first appeared on The Independent Singapore News .
A Singaporean man has found himself in a challenging situation after his older sister, whom he claims was always their favorite child, severed all contact with their parents. In an anonymous post on the NUSWhispers Facebook page, the man revealed that his parents had always favored his sister from a young age. He explained that this preference was not due to any misbehavior on his part but rather because his parents had initially wanted only one child, and he became the younger sibling they hadn't anticipated.
As the man grew up, he noticed a significant disparity in the treatment he received compared to his older sister. His parents were seen as favoring her with more toys, financial support for her graduation trip, and even a trip abroad. This favoritism persisted into adulthood, with his father reportedly expressing disapproval when he decided to get married, insisting that the younger sibling should not marry before the older one.
Despite feeling overlooked, the man and his sister eventually grew closer as they aged. They both recognized the toxicity of their parents and found solace in their shared experiences. However, things took a turn about a year ago when his sister turned 35, moved out, and decided to cut all ties with their parents. The man did not harbor any ill will towards his sister for making that decision but admitted to feeling overwhelmed by his parents' reliance on him.
He now shoulders their financial and practical needs, from providing financial support to handling logistical arrangements.
The man expressed his frustration at being the sole individual responsible for his parents' well-being. While some commenters empathized with his predicament and suggested cutting ties with his parents if the situation was negatively impacting his own life, others advised him to establish clearer boundaries and reduce the level of support he provided.
Some even recommended speaking to his sister about their parents' situation, as they both shared a good relationship and could potentially collaborate in managing their parents' care.
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