"Sibling Struggle: Overcoming the Impact of an Abusive Childhood"

A reader seeks advice on how to navigate a strained relationship with their brother, stemming from their abusive childhood. Amy suggests that the tension and instability in their relationship is a result of growing up in an abusive household, where they were trained to remain on high alert. She advises the reader to reach out to their brother in a genuine and unguarded manner, despite the fear of doing the wrong thing, in the hope of inspiring their brother to relax and be himself.