Sharing a Home

Helpful practices and ideas for a happy household

10 Tips for Living with a Roommate

  1. Get to know them.
  2. communicate.
  3. Set boundaries.
  4. Share responsibilities.
  5. Become familiar with your roommates schedule.
  6. Keep an open mind.
  7. Be considerate.
  8. Wear headphones.
  9. Give them some space.
  10. Be friendly.

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10 Tips for Living with Roommates if You’re an Introvert

  1. Find the right roommates.
  2. Let your roommates know that you’re an introvert.
  3. Create clear boundaries and communicate them with your roommates.
  4. Let your roommates know when you’re uncomfortable.
  5. Find ways to be alone.
  6. Make concrete plans for alone time.
  7. Be friendly and kind when you see your roommates.
  8. Make sure they don’t think your need for alone time is because you don’t want to be around them.
  9. Invest in noise-canceling headphones.
  10. Stretch yourself by doing “extroverted” activities with your roommates.

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7 Simple Habits That Improve Your Roommate Relationships

  1. Communicate your needs to your roommates.
  2. Establish your boundaries and respect theirs.
  3. Ask your roommate for permission instead of forgiveness.
  4. Be mindful of the space you take up.
  5. Don’t force a relationship.
  6. Don’t say yes when you mean no.
  7. Empathize (seriously!) with your roommate.

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How to Deal With Bad Roommates

  1. Establish ground rules.
  2. Use visual aids to make responsibilities clear.
  3. Keep relationship expectations realistic.
  4. Set a good example.
  5. Address problems early and face-to-face.
  6. Keep communication respectful.
  7. Offer help when coming up with solutions.
  8. Rearrange your bedroom and common areas.
  9. Find a place to escape to.
  10. Seek outside help.
  11. Move out.

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