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Originally Posted by RockyRoad007
Have you considered a compromise?
Ask her if the two of you can meet halfway. You get more hugs than you might like, and she gets less than she might like.
If you're both open to that, it might help keep the peace.
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Thank you so much for your advice. I took it and after an initial conflict things have smoothed down.
This is also to provide a general update. I talked to my sister about age appropriate behaviour. We have decided that for now we will dial down the physical affection and she will also tone down her childish manners. But we have also agreed that the whole dynamic can't change overnight. It will be a work in progress and I'll need to be vigilant that we don't slide back into our familiar roles. Thank you (all of you) for your solid support. Sharing my problem with you was a very good idea and I am really happy we had this discussion. It helped clarify a lot of things. Sending you loads of good vibes. Stay safe and healthy.