12 things every eldest sibling can relate to

Nobody took your pictures anymore or called you the cutie, while your younger sibling were an 'angel' even in their sleep! I know, I know, we all felt jealous! But, we sure  do grow out of it. 

Nobody took your pictures anymore or called you the cutie, while your younger sibling were an 'angel' even in their sleep! I know, I know, we all felt jealous! But, we sure  do grow out of it. 

Eldest siblings are often held to higher standards and expected to set the example at all times. Even small mistakes can feel magnified because parents see them as the role model for the rest.

You had to do everything right to 'set a good example for your little brother or sister'. There had to be no mistakes at all. They on the other hand could do everything and get away with it just because they are smaller. They could hold a loaded gun and be treated with love but if you even breathed the wrong way then you would get a good hour-long lecture on to be responsible. 

When you finally can watch TV, you are not alone! They always creep up to you and then you can't even watch what you like because it is inappropriate or scary for them. In what world is that even fair? 

You finally make a plan to go out with your friends or they are coming over at your place and you think 'HA! Finally free for some time'. Well hold yourself right there because your mom will come up to you and demand you take your younger sibling with you too and take care of him or her! Forget about fun, this is another form of babysitting. Ofcourse, you won't hang with their friends, that's weird! Bye Bye privacy. 

Why? Because, your parents spent their money on raising you properly and the least you could do just help your younger sibling a little bit. 

It's like adding salt to the wound. 

When you finally can watch TV, you are not alone! They always creep up to you and then you can't even watch what you like because it is inappropriate or scary for them. In what world is that even fair? 

Younger siblings frequently gravitate toward their older sibling’s social circle, whether invited or not. Being the built-in gateway to “cooler” friends is a classic eldest-sibling experience.

You finally make a plan to go out with your friends or they are coming over at your place and you think 'HA! Finally free for some time'. Well hold yourself right there because your mom will come up to you and demand you take your younger sibling with you too and take care of him or her! Forget about fun, this is another form of babysitting. Ofcourse, you won't hang with their friends, that's weird! Bye Bye privacy. 

From fashion to hobbies, younger siblings often imitate the eldest in an attempt to carve out their own identity. Watching them experiment with your style is both flattering and mildly embarrassing.

Oh they don't fail miserably, they do succeed in making you go insane. 

Firstborns typically face stricter rules around TV, curfews, and privileges. By the time younger siblings come along, parents tend to relax those same standards.

It's like adding salt to the wound. 

Eldest siblings often endure stricter consequences for teenage missteps, effectively setting the precedent. Younger siblings may benefit from parents being less reactive the second time around.

How is this even possible? And, WHY? 

With the built-in sense of responsibility, many eldest siblings feel obligated to keep tabs on their younger ones. Acting as an unofficial watchdog becomes part of the role.

Despite rivalry and teasing, eldest siblings often feel a deep sense of pride in their younger siblings’ achievements. Watching them grow and succeed feels partly personal.

No matter how intense the fights or differences, the bond between siblings runs deep. For many eldest siblings, that lifelong friendship outweighs every childhood argument.