Hey teenagers of India! I need your little help, dear cuties!

I am the elder brother of my 17-year-old sister. She is brilliant in her studies and excels in every co-curricular activity, whether it’s theatrics, debates, discussions, or even sports. I feel so proud to be her older brother.
I love her dearly, and I want to provide everything she needs to build her career and elevate herself in life.

Lately, I’ve noticed that my sister is involved with someone. I’m not sure if it’s just a fling or a serious relationship, but I’m completely fine with it. I had relationships in my 11th and 12th grades as well, and I don’t see anything wrong with it.

I don’t want to get actively involved in the dynamics of her relationship, but I want her to know that she has an older brother with whom she can share her emotions. For instance, (1) if, God forbid, she goes through a breakup or heartbreak, she can come to me to vent or discuss it; or (2) if she needs advice on relationships, she can come to me and talk to me like a friend.

I’m 27, 10 years older than her, so there’s a significant age gap between us, but I want to understand her more deeply. I want her to know that she can come to me whenever she needs emotional support.

I’m not worried about her facing heartbreak because that’s how you mature and grow, but I want to create an environment where she knows she has a big brother she can depend on emotionally when needed.

So, my dear friends on this sub, please help me understand how you would want your elder brother to talk to you in such situations.