This has shaped how I perceive my relationships in my life. Rather it is a friendship or intimate relationship, it must always grow to be successful. Constant communication and clear boundaries are needed. Watching them struggle within their relationship, I always felt like I had to take a side. I had a feeling that spending time with my mother would make my father jealous and vice versa. At such a young age it was really overwhelming and I felt alone and scared. It was scary because I was new and didn't know what the outcome of the situation would be. I felt alone because my two older brothers were no longer at home. They were away with only a small idea of what was happening. Seeing them go through this great struggle and come out as strong as them really inspired me. Seven years later and although they are still not a couple, they have built better communication and developed a stronger relationship. They smile more and are able to be in the same room without arguing. This past learning experience has shaped me to be the person I am today through the lesson of learning to always put family first. I learned that no
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