A sister can be your best friend or your worst enemy. So why not aim for the former? If you have a sister, here are some suggestions on how to improve your relationship with her.

Be loving and affectionate. Show concern. Call her once a week or text her even just to ask her how she is. Don’t forget her her birthday and other important dates. See each other once in a while and have a sister’s day out.

Share secrets. Confide things with your sister. Tell her about your day (or your week). Ask for advice if needed. In turn, listen to her when she needs someone to be her sounding board.

Learn to compromise. All relationships are two-way, give-and-take. Don’t let your ego come between the two of you and if you can let some petty stuff go, do it. If you have more serious grievances, communicate and communicate well. Talk it through and resolve it calmly and reasonably.