How do I talk to my older cousins?

If your cousin is older, maybe they feel like they don’t have anything in common with you. You could try starting the conversation by asking them questions, about their day, their favorite band, whatever you think they might want to talk about. They might also just not be in the mood to talk.

What do you do with an older cousin?

Fun Things to Do With Your Cousins

• Board and Card Games. Board games and card games such as Monopoly, Old Maid or Uno are more fun to play when at least three people can play them.
• Yard or Field Games.
• More Outdoor Games.
• Swimming, Fishing, Camping.
• Across the Miles.

How do you talk to younger cousins?

Ask your younger cousin about her hobbies, friends and favorite subjects in school. Discuss movies, music and current events. Eventually you will hit on something that you have in common, which you can use as a building block for your relationship.

Are Cousins protective?

Like with siblings, you are extremely protective of your cousins and you make sure they are safe at all times. Sometimes you fight with cousins, but you always wind up letting things go and brushing your differences under the rug.

Can I be there for my Cousin without being in him?

You can be there for him without being in him, which is what I’m recommending. I don’t say that automatically because he’s your cousin.

What did my cousin say to me at the wedding?

My now-strapping cousin immediately glommed on to me at the wedding and told me how much he appreciated the time we spent together as a kid. It seemed innocent, but as he drank more throughout the night, he got increasingly physical and flirty, to the point where others commented on it.

What do you do when someone won’t stop talking?

When someone won’t stop talking, it’s acceptable to hold one’s boundaries and exit the conversation. Source: CREATISTA/Shutterstock One day recently, Jean,* a young professional woman, started her session with me by ranting about one of her co-workers.

How do you stop a conversation with someone who is grieving?

Don’t stop with a comment about them. Add some experience of your own that will confirm that you understand what they’re experiencing. A memory of a similar event, a similar feeling, a funny story—anything that gives you a chance to share your own experience but that you can tie to theirs. Stop the conversation when it goes on too long.