10 ways to help our brother
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Sometimes it's easy to be hard on your brother or to take him for granted. Yet, for many people who have a brother, it can be a good thing to take stock of his good qualities, to recognize all the great things he does (including for you), and to give him a morale boost that shows him you really do care about him and that you're glad he's your brother.
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Be there for him during tough times. Life doesn't always go according to plan and there will be times when he needs you. Be there for him and be supportive when he experiences relationship, job, health, or other problems. In turn, he's more likely to be there for you.
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Go on a trip together. You can learn a lot about one another when you're away from your normal environs and you're doing something that requires you to support each other. Try to set up some outdoor activities with him to just spend some quality time.
Camping is a great get-away. Set up a tent, start the fire, break out the s’mores. A night under the stars could be a great bonding experience.
Exercise together in the mountains. Grab a mountain bike or just put on some running shoes before you hit the trails.
Fishing is a great way to have a quiet moment together. Sitting near some serene water could provide a moment for you to both have a great discussion, and you might even catch some fish.
If you live apart, make a time to meet in a local cafe or one another's house to catch up over coffee or a meal. And if you live overseas, arrange for one of you to make the "journey of a lifetime" to catch up with each other in the foreign destination.
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Find some entertainment together. Find a way to laugh out loud or cheer with one another, a moment that just allows you to let loose in your brother’s company.
Jokes and tales can be a great way to reconnect without the usual hubbub of sibling life around you. A comedy club could be a great way to laugh until your sides hurt. Maybe you’d even like to try your hand at stand up comedy?
Choose a movie to watch together. Go to the fancy theater, a dollar theater, or rent. Whatever it is, even if it’s something on TV, find a movie in which you will both be able to immerse yourself.
Go to a concert. Dress up, sing all the songs, dance until your heart is content. Going to a concert might even improve your health.[5]
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Stand up for your brother or be there for special events in his life. Sometimes he might be in a situation where he needs your support and backing in a public way. Be sure to be there for him as a person who trusts and believes in him.
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Give your brother a big hug. Just hug him and tell him that you love him and that you're proud of him. You don't need any excuse for this; any time is a good time.
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Engage in the good things your brother does. This means setting aside the things you find annoying, bothersome, and unfair. Try to put aside your sense of competition and desire to outdo him. Simply list what things he does great and show you appreciate those activities.
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Take care of him when he's sick. Bring him chicken noodle soup, take his temperature, or place a cool washcloth on his forehead. Be his doctor for a day.
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Kiss your brother. It’s quite common in many cultures to give kisses for a variety of reasons. Sometimes a peck on the cheek will do, and others a kiss on the lips. Maybe even the top of the head or forehead. Wherever the kiss, it’s a simple sign showing you are willing to display emotion.[6]
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Give him a hand massage. Hands and the surrounding area carry a lot of tension, and it’s not so invasive as to be awkward. This is especially useful if your brother uses his hands for work all day.
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Play with your brother. Whether it’s rough-housing around, skipping together, playing tag, or a friendly game of punch-buggy, being physical with your brother is a different form of physical interaction he may enjoy. Breaking a sweat together is a great way .