21+ Pieces of Uplifting Big Sister Advice from the Sisters of Reddit

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elina lee
May 8, 2023 12:00 PM EDT

We don't know about you guys, but we believe that the bigger the family - the better. The more siblings and cousins you have while growing up, the more social and knowledgeable you become in the future. Growing up in a big family teaches you about the values of family, love, and connection. When you have a big family, you have a lot of people to rely on for all sorts of things. Be it emotional support, boy advice, or even financial help. 

Sure, not everyone has the privilege of growing up in a big family. Some didn't have an older sibling to teach them the ins and outs of the world, or the 'dos and don'ts' of high school. But, you know what, today is not about reminiscing on the things we lacked while growing up. Instead, appreciate what we do have. And by that, friends, we obviously mean the internet. 

With that being said, we present to you a collection of the best big sister advice from the older sisters of Reddit. 

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  • 01
    Font - Posted by u/Rosesforthelady 6 days ago What are your big sister tips for life?
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    Font - draconissa23 - 6 days ago Always trust your gut. If your stomach is telling you something isn't right, then trust it. Stomach is always right 1.9k Reply Share
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    Yeah…. on the one hand, sure, sounds pretty easy. Just trust your gut. But on the other hand, easier said than done. Like… how do we know that this is our gut and not anxiety stemming out from fear? Huh? Does anyone have advice on that? 

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    Font - maddi1646 days ago I came here to say this, women are incredibly intuitive and we should always trust our gut feelings (unless we have crazy anxiety or trauma that disrupts our natural intuition)
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    Font - SoVerySleepy81. 6 days ago 오 When you're drinking alcohol make sure you're drinking water. Wear sunscreen, for real getting moles removed isn't a fun time. Make sure your bra is actually the size you need to be wearing. If you're seeing red flags on the second date end it, it's not going to get better. Reply Share 1.4k
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    Font - GodEmpresss 6 days ago ● Ot Don't try to fix him
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    Should we print this and plaster it all over our walls? 

  • 06
    Font - Danivelle 6 days ago My MIL taught teen age parents for years so I'm addin her advice that she gave her girls:Pick smart. You can't change them or "make" thrm better. Also, look at his realtionship with his mom and/or sisters. Can you live with it? If not, toss him back.
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    Font - yo_mo_mama. 5 days ago Marriage does change a man. After the honeymoon, they magically cannot feed themselves.
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    Font - xXMetalRosesXx 6 days ago Pee after sex, UTIS are not fun
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    Font - Routine-Operation-74 6 days ago Be kind to tomorrow you. It's in your best interest. Find the right shampoo and conditioner for yourself. The right combo or combos exist! Use a silk pillow case.
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    Font - Use birth control. There are non hormonal methods. Wash between your toes. Save. 3% sounds like a lot when you're already broke. Do it anyway. It takes time, but you'll get there.
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    Font - exhausted_pigeon00 6 days ago. edited 5 days ago As an actual big sister, this is going to be quite long. It's okay to have a different opinion from your friends. You don't need to dumb yourself down to get a guy or have a lot of friends.
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    Font - Be yourself, the right people who appreciate that will come forward. Read a lot of books. You don't owe anyone a yes. If your friends do it, that doesn't mean you should too. Own up to your mistakes. Learn self defense, you might need it someday.
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    Font - Don't take it badly, no matter how old you are, when your parents ask you to let them know where you are because your safety is their number 1 priority. If you don't want your parents to know, let someone close to you know that detail. Because in case something bad happens, they know where to find you. Don't be ashamed of who you are and where you came from.
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    Font - It's okay to love something that others hate so much. You don't need to drown in debt or make yourself poor just to keep up with your rich friends. Life is unfair and it sucks. The only thing you can do is find a way around it.
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    Font - Stay calm. Whatever happens, stay calm. Because not everyone is worth your stress and not everyone is worth the jail time. IT'S OKAY TO ASK FOR HELP. Cut off anyone who bullies you, steals from you, betrays you, hurts you, and uses you. Those people are not worth protecting.
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    Font - You will definitely lose friends in the long run. So love those who stayed. They matter more. Forgive yourself. No matter how small or big a mistake it was, forgive yourself. You owe it to you. CRYING IS NOT A WEAKNESS. Don't let anyone tell you otherwise. Pick your battles. Not everyone is worth the fight.
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    Font - Don't be too naive. Please. For the love of whoever you believe in. Don't ever stop doubting shit. If you can smell the BS, trust it. Call them out on it. Trust your gut. It's always right. What other people thinks of you is none of your business. Don't waste your time proving yourself to those who will only believe what they choose to believe in.
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    Font - If you love what you are doing, keep doing it. As long as you're not hurting anyone and yourself, and as long as you're not stepping on someone else's toes, keep doing it. Before you judge/bully/insult someone, try being in their shoes. Some of you might not even last 5 minutes in it.
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    Font - For those of you who are working....if you're not growing in your current workplace or it's taking a toll on your health (especially mentally), leave and find a job you'd love doing. These employers can replace you in a snap if you die. Follow the 10 second rule: If someone cannot change something in 10 seconds, don't point it out.
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    Font - LEARN TO BE ALONE. Spoil yourself. Go on a vacation with yourself. Learn something new. Catch up with your besties. Be okay with being single for a while. Why? Because this is when you'll get to know yourself more. You'll find out the things you like and dislike that you don't even know that exists. Explore what you can and can't do.
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    Font - Oh and this is important.... BEFORE entering a relationship, make sure you know WHO YOU ARE. Because if you alter yourself to fit the ideals of your partner, when you break up, you wouldn't know who you really are and the things you actually like. And also, your partner's friends are not your friends. Whatever you tell them, sure as hell, they will tell him.
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