AITAH for Telling My Sister She Can’t Move in With Me After Her Divorce?

Divorce is tough, and I want to support my sister—but does that mean I have to let her move in with me? She assumes I’ll take her in, but I’m not comfortable with it. AITAH for saying no?

Background Information

My sister, Emily, has been married for seven years, and things have recently taken a bad turn. Her husband filed for divorce, and she’s devastated. She’s struggling emotionally and financially, and I feel for her.

I have my own place—a small one-bedroom apartment that works perfectly for my lifestyle. I enjoy my privacy and space, and I’ve never been a fan of having roommates.

Last week, Emily called me out of the blue and said, “I think I need to stay with you for a while—just until I get back on my feet.”

The Main Conflict

I hesitated before responding, caught off guard. “Emily, I love you, but I don’t think that’s a good idea. My place is small, and I’m not looking for a roommate.”

She sighed. “It’s not forever—just until I figure things out. I have nowhere else to go.”

Guilt crept in, but I stood my ground. “I understand, but I really value my space. Maybe Mom and Dad can take you in?”

Her frustration grew. “They’ll just judge me! I thought you’d be more supportive.”

Now she’s upset, and I feel like the bad guy. But expecting me to rearrange my life just because she’s struggling doesn’t seem fair.

The Aftermath

Emily hasn’t spoken to me much since that conversation. Our parents think I should just let her stay, at least for a little while. “She’s family, and she’s hurting,” Mom said.

I get it, but I also don’t want my home to turn into a place of tension and stress. I worked hard to have my own space, and I don’t want to give that up indefinitely.

Community Reaction

“Your home, your rules. Just because she’s family doesn’t mean you have to take her in.”

“It’s okay to support her in other ways, but you’re not obligated to let her move in.”

“If she needs help, there are other options—she’s not entitled to your home.”

“She should respect your boundaries instead of guilt-tripping you.”

“Divorce is hard, but it doesn’t mean you have to sacrifice your own peace.”

Final Thoughts

I love my sister and want to help her, but I don’t think letting her move in is the right solution.

AITAH for refusing to let her stay with me, even if she’s going through a hard time?

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