Co-operating With Roommates
July 19, 2008
As children move away from home either to college or university for higher studies, or else they have found the ideal job in another city away from the secure warmth of a loving family, initially the lonely life will impact them greatly. Later, they may come to terms with it, as the cost they must pay for career development, but a major complaint oft repeated is the intolerant attitude of roommates. All that one can do is such a situation is to learn the art of co-operation and co-operate with them.
Roommate Introductions
The first few days of moving in with a roommate is like the honeymoon phase in a marriage. Everything is all sweetness and light, as each one tries to impress the other. However, over time familiarity breeds contempt, which means keeping your distance, giving the other space and respecting each other’s privacy is what is essential to maintain the equilibrium in a roommate relationship.
Private v/s Restricted
There is a world of difference between personal issues and confidential matters. If, one has developed a close friendship with a roommate, one would obviously discuss personal affairs with him or her. Even so, it is best to keep a distance by never telling more than is essential or extracting more information than is necessary. Don’t invade each other’s space, give a wide berth when required, respect the other’s right to privacy.
Money Matters
When rooming with others, adhere to the golden rule with regard to money. Keep in mind the old adage Never a lender or a borrower be, which means refrain from lending or borrowing money from roommates to avoid a fall-out when one or the other cannot repay the loan. If, there is no option but to acquire a loan, ensure it is paid off as soon as is possible.
Share The Odds
You and your roommate may be as different as chalk is from cheese, with different interests and different temperaments. However, you must each learn to adjust to each other, which means giving up some rigid likes and dislikes and learning to be tolerant of each other’s idiosyncrasies.
Differences In Cultures
Often cultural differences drive a wedge between what could otherwise be a healthy roommate relationship. It becomes worse when two or three roommates share a common culture or religion, which makes the lone one out feel left out. So, in such a situation, all concerned should make it a point only to discuss what applies and is understood by everyone.
Gossip Mongering
Never gossip as it can ruin healthy relationships. Refrain from gossiping about the faults of a roommate with the others. If, you have an issue with one roommate, discuss you problems with your family members rather that with other roommates.
Adjustment and forgiveness not only make life meaningful, they also help resolve all roommate problems. Make co-habitation a smooth ride by adjusting and forgiving, whenever the situation demands it. Make friends and enjoy rooming with people from different cultures and background to your own. You will learn so much from this experience!
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