LibraryScenariosWhen family members struggle with inherited promises and changing circumstances
Scenario

When family members struggle with inherited promises and changing circumstances

My sister and I promised our mom before she died that we'd keep the family house, but now the taxes and maintenance are crushing both our families financially and we can't agree on whether selling would be breaking our word or honoring what mom actually wanted for us.

Mira
Online
The coach is replying

More people experience this than they realize.

What we've seen

Siblings are caught between the letter and spirit of a commitment made under different circumstances, each carrying their own interpretation of loyalty.

Ideas that help explain it
Worth thinking about

“Where Are You with Commitment — what it means and what it costs?”

If this sounds familiar, the Library can help you find the bigger picture.