Roommate Relationships are complicated, you either go all in and bond for life, or you go all out and you loathe the person you live with. A secret to a happy and content relationship with your roommate could be achieved starting with some ground rules. Understanding each other’s schedules, work, family, personalities etc are all means to a healthy and happy living. Here are a few ways to make co-existence easy with a roommate around.
Avoid Lending And Borrowing
Money issues can tarnish a relationship easily. If you have a financial liability, discussing with your roommate could help but asking for a helping hand may not be a wise thing to do.
Respect Space
Since you are sharing a home, respecting each other’s space is essential at all times. Consult with her before bringing a friend home, or make sure whatever you do, you don’t invade her privacy.
Do Not Distrust
It’s a new place and a new person, so, you’ve got to be careful with your belongings. But that does not mean that you don’t trust each other. A simple honest relationship with your roommate will keep your home happy and stress free.
No Going To Bed Angry
This is mostly said about couples, but it surely applies in this case. After all you are living with another person. If you’re annoyed at your roommate for doing/ not-doing something than have a conversation about it. Hoping that things resolve magically the next day is no solution.
Split Home Chores
Stay organized by assigning specific tasks to each of you. Whether it be vacuuming, doing the dishes, buying groceries or paying bills, establish who does what.
Bonding Time
Weekends when you don’t have plans go out and get a drink. Have conversations, talk about your interests, watch a favorite sitcom together, all these are activities that will help you know one another better.