I have a cousin that is 15 years older than me but I find it tough to relate with is it ok not to talk much?

[Anonymous]

I always have awkward pauses as I run out of things to say but the cousins that are closer to my age I don’t have this problem with

[Being_a_good_Indian]

It's completely okay to have different levels of connection with family members. If you find it challenging to relate to your cousin who is 15 years older, it's fine to not talk as much. Focus on building connections with those closer to your age, and relationships will naturally vary within a family.

[Asker]

She tries to text me a lot but I just can’t relate with her and it’s even worse when she calls as I run out of things to say very easily. I prefer talking to my own friends my age

[Being_a_good_Indian]

It's understandable that you may feel more comfortable talking to friends your own age. It's okay to set boundaries with family members while still being polite. You can let your cousin know that you appreciate her reaching out but might not always have much to say due to the age gap. Finding a balance that works for both of you is important.

[Cutegirl06]

I think it's totally normal because they are older and you have less in common with them.

[Asker]

She tends to want to text a lot and tries to call which is nice but I don’t feel I say much as I don’t have much in common like people my age

[Cutegirl06]

Exactly 💯 I totally get it

[Anonymous]

Yeah, I don't see anything wrong with this because the age gap is pretty big.

[Asker]

She says I don’t say much but it’s really I don’t have my much in common and I don’t want to just make up stuff to fill the air

[Opinion Owner]

Ok, I understand