Hi, Catlovers. I hate those vague or diffuse feelings. Were I you, I would think of some things that would make me feel more cared for or more of anything I wanted but which didn't specifically depend on others. Or, if I wanted better care from others, I would think of ways to ask them specifically for it ("Mom, I would love it if you made some of your great mac and cheese like you use to feed us when we were little."). Other people have their own problems and often don't notice to help us with ours unless we specifically let them know we're hurting and could use some help.

We get so good at covering up and appearing "fine" and then complain that no one sees through our act. Well, "limp" a little and ask your mother or father to do something simple to "baby" you? Maybe return the favor too; they need care just as much as you do; can you remember any good little stories from your childhood you can recount, get everyone laughing or remembering good stories of their own?

Help out with your sister if you can, that will make you feel better, you're closer to her age and experiences and might be able to think of something that would show her that you are there and care about her?