What to do: Don't try to accomplish everything on your own. Allow your siblings to contribute and make them feel valued. "Your brother definitely wants to feel significant," Goldenthal explains. Some people require a lot of praise or flattery. "I'm going to need a lot of your help with this celebration," says the sample script. Others might like it if you just listen to them talk. Why it's important: Siblings tend to look up to each other for support, acceptance, and role models. When they feel loved and appreciated, their contribution is valuable and needed. They will strive to be more like those they respect and love. There are several ways you can make your siblings feel important. You could spend time with them, take an interest in what interests them, let them help you with your projects, etc. The most effective way of showing you care is by demonstrating that you value them already. It's also important to note that not all siblings get along. There may be fights, jealousy, or even hatred between them. However, even in these cases, they're still brothers or sisters and deserve our attention and love. If one of your siblings has been ignoring you, then it's time to change this situation. Start by talking with them about how you feel. See if there's something they're feeling too that we might have missed. Only then can you come up with a plan to fix the problem.