DEAR ERIC: My younger brother, who is 70, has always been known to embellish stories and has a bigger-than-life heart. More recently his stories are pure fantasy tales. His house has become borderline hoarder for several years. His stories contradict what he tells me – “I’m clearing out clutter “ only to hear he’s going to hire some company to clean the clutter.

He has a difficult time staying focused on the task at hand.

He’s had a “business plan” for his “business” that, while feasible, hasn’t brought him any income for 10 years.

As the older brother, any comments I’ve made are faced with extreme defensive statements, so I refrain and continue to listen to story after story with no focus – buying/not buying new car, seeking house/not selling house to move to West Coast, next vacation

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