extroverts<\/a>, and many are both. Conversations like these can be awkward and impact friendships. However, without this exchange, negative actions can ruin excellent relationships. It is all about compromises on when and how long activities are done.<\/p>\n\n\n\nEach person may need time to themselves versus enjoying the company or attention of the roommate. Be honest when you want to have movie marathons or party nights with friends, compared to having a quiet night to study and relax. Ask each other what signs you can give to have private time alone or with a significant other.
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Tip 5: Work Out a Schedule<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Roommates share the same resources and should make a defined schedule to help accommodate everyone relatively in their living space. It should be based on who has to get up in the morning for class or work and when they get back. This can assist in the morning scuffling to the bathroom or figuring out each other’s self-care routine.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Personal and hygiene habits are most often overlooked due to their intimate nature, yet, it is a source of stress when not given prior arrangements. Cleaning, taking out the trash and emptying the shared dishwasher can be assigned on a wall-hung whiteboard or given the default rule: if you make a mess, you clean it up.
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Tip 6: Be Accountable<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
All roommates may say they will do something but will forgo it when it comes. This goes for one’s self. Accidents happen, and people’s minds lose track of time. Going against the roommate agreement or being a hypocrite will only end in bad times and hostility. If you mess up, tell the truth, and accept the consequence, even if it is not easy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Some things are made worse by covering up incidents and keeping secrets. Helping each other out and making amends can create a great roommate experience.
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Tip 7: Don’t Take Each Other for Granted<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Roommates come with all different types of personalities. Certain people are pushovers and can be taken advantage of due to their fear of confrontation. Ask them what they genuinely think about an issue without judgment and to be open about what they want out of the roommate relationship.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
On the opposite side, bossy roommates may also need to be confronted. Make sure to de-escalate the situation and make objective arguments from what was agreed upon before and use empathy to put yourself in their place.
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Tip 8: Communicate<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
It is easy to have a conversation about hobbies or small talk that does not go off the rails on controversial topics. Discussing emotions and sensitive topics can become almost taboo. Some issues take a nuanced approach before asking more profound questions, while others require an ideal time free of urgent matters. It is good not to put it off for too long.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Talk about problems when one roommate does something the other does not like or finds irritating. Even the trivial and mundane things can matter to another in ways you don’t feel the same. Tapping or singing aloud is regular human activity, but some people who have not gotten used to these things may find this intolerable.
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Tip 9: Know When to Get Outside Help<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
There are unpredictable circumstances that go beyond knowing how to deal with roommate issues. In times of distress, having the correct emergency numbers to call for each situation is very important. Post them on the fridge or have a copy to carry with you conveniently. Contact the Residental Advisors, University faculty, or trusted friends for help if it is a dorm.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Apartment landlords should have the applicable information, such as local police and poison control. Having plans with other family members or friends is a good idea, even if it is a scenario where a good roommate has to move out due to other reasons. This can be stressful with finding a second roommate. A backup plan is practical to have for uncertain times.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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