The Straits Times·Singapore·Sunday, August 16, 2026 at 03:33 AM

Sibling rivalry and bonding – the ties that bind over a lifetime

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Shared experiences during the years of growing up make for bittersweet memories. And over the years, they draw siblings closer together.

ST ILLUSTRATION: MANNY FRANCISCO

Michael Han

Published Aug 16, 2026, 11:33 AM

Updated Aug 16, 2026, 11:33 AM

SINGAPORE – What I observe about the relationship between my three children is this: Whatever binds them together also pulls them apart.

Sharing the same origin of birth does not determine how well they will bond. At times, such closeness can turn the sibling relationship into one of rivalry.

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