Is it okay to not get along with your roommate?
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Is it okay to not get along with your roommate?
Turns out, there’s an actual reason you don’t get along with your roommates. There are tons of reasons you can or cannot live with someone, but a new study suggests that there’s a very simple reason you can’t get along with your roommates: We’re not being as empathetic as we could be.
How do you get along with a roommate you hate?
What To Do If You Hate Your Roommate
- Always Be Nice. If you hate your roommate, you can gain some valuable life lessons.
- Find Common Ground. Chances are, you and your roommate have at least one thing in common.
- Create Boundaries.
- Have a Conversation.
- Create Your Own Space.
- Be Respectful.
- Consider Moving Out.
How to be your own Best Roommate?
Be accepting of his or her habits. You and your roommate probably come from different backgrounds – perhaps even different countries. Cooperate in buying and sharing things. You can save a ton of time and money if you and your roommate communicate effectively before buying dorm or apartment necessities. Be nice, and show generosity.
What makes a good roommate?
A good roommate will be respectful of your property, personal space and need for privacy. Additionally, a good roommate will show you basic courtesy, including asking permission before having guests over and maintaining mutually agreed upon quiet hours.
How to be a good roommate?
Ask Questions. Since you will receive your roommate’s contact information before you get to school in the fall,you can start asking questions early.
How to communicate with your college roommate?
Talk to your roommate directly when something is bothering you. Don’t discuss it behind his or her back; this can cause a breakdown in trust between the two of you.