My sister and I both fell for the same person in our friend group last year, and even though he chose neither of us, there's still this weird competitive undercurrent between us that's affecting our whole family dynamic. Our parents keep asking why we're not as close anymore and we can't explain without sounding ridiculous.
More people experience this than they realize.
Sibling bonds are being tested by the residual shame and competition that lingers after shared romantic disappointment.
“Where Are You with Unrequited Love and Longing?”
If this sounds familiar, the Library can help you find the bigger picture.