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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]Honestly I think you should just keep calling them once a week and expect that the call is going to kind of suck but try to compartmentalize and move on from it. Also, send them cards in the mail at holidays and birthdays if you don’t already because that is one way to engage with them without it taking up much emotional energy. I’m sorry for your loss of your sibling. I just think that completely disengaging will cause more drama and grief then staying in the minimal once a week contact[/quote] This is good, compassionate advice. [/quote] Calling once a week is too much. Op needs to have some space and speak to them less. They are going to complain no matter what op does. It is possible to train people. The minute they begin to complain, get off the phone. Over time, they'll learn that op isn't going to listen to their criticisms.[/quote]
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