Navigating Family Relationships: Dealing with Incarceration and Betrayal.
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A father seeks advice on how to explain his brother's incarceration to his young children. Amy suggests sharing positive memories of the uncle and explaining that he broke important rules and laws, but did not hurt anyone else. In another letter, a reader asks if it's okay to not want a relationship with a sibling who has betrayed them. Amy advises that while it's their right to choose, they may miss the opportunity for an apology or reconciliation if they don't try to come together as a family. Lastly, a reader comments on the importance of reflecting on one's true motives when expecting a response to friendly greetings.
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- Advice | Ask Amy: How do I get away from my sister without becoming a bad person? The Washington Post
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