Why is my cousin copying my content on social media?

[Anonymous]

My cousin who is younger than me has this habit of copying my content on Instagram. I posted a mirror selfie the other day of me at work in a lift, and then a day later, she posts another mirror selfie wearing workwear and it is literally a copy of what I posted. I also realise that if I upload a post or a photo dump soon after she will upload a similar post to mine. I have also noticed that she never likes any content I post or supports my posts, but she has no issue liking or supporting other members of the family. At a recent family gathering she got drunk and tod me to 'go fuck myself' and stormed off and I felt she had a lot of anger directed toward me.

On the family group chat, she will make a point to ignore what I post, but will like and support everyone else's comments in the group.

What is her issue? Why does she copy what I post yet can't support me and is rude to me at family gatherings?

[Oliverlogan263]

Sis, it sounds like your cousin has some jealousy or insecurity issues going on. Copying your posts is a way to get attention that she thinks you're getting, even if it's misguided. And ignoring/insulting you is lashing out at the person she perceives as a "threat."

It can be really hurtful when family acts that way. But try not to take it personally - it says more about her own issues than you. The best thing is to rise above it and stay gracious. Don't confront or insult back, that'll just make the jealousy worse.

Keep doing your thing and posting what makes YOU happy. Don't change for anyone else's approval. And spend less time worrying what she thinks - live your life for you! Karma will serve her right in the end.

If she keeps escalating the rudeness, you may need firmer boundaries though. Like giving distance at family events so she can't take cheap shots. Overall just do you, sis, and don't let anyone dim your light! She'll come around or she won't - that's on her.

You've got this! Stay strong and keep shining (while blocking her copycat ass 😉)

[MasterKS]

envy game! poor you! deal her smartly!