In this episode, Charlene and Nikki discuss the "parentification" of sibs, living life in survival mode, and learning to accept your identity as a sib. Nikki also shares about her experience on the board for the ⁠Sibling Leadership Network⁠, as well as her work with the California and Oregon chapters of SLN.

Episode highlights:

• The value of being in a sib network

• The need for mental health professionals who understand sibs

• Living in survival mode and a state of hypervigilance

• The process of growing up and learning about yourself

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Credits:

• • Music by AlexGrohl and QubeSounds from Pixabay

  • Audio Edited by bReel Podcast Production

  • Show Notes & Social Media by Caroline Mason