Psychology of Different kinds of room-mates
How to get along with different types of room-mate
5 types of room mates
Behaviour of different types of room mates
Roommates can be divided into the following types:
1. The
thoughtless roommates: This is the person who leaves their stuff
scattered around the room and never cleans or tidies up after themselves.
First, remember that he or she is not deliberately trying to annoy you.
However, you need to discuss this or nothing will change. When you do that,
don’t come across as being angry and accusatory. Instead, stay casual, warm and
friendly. Also, ask if there’s anything you can do to make life easier for
them.
2. The
“borrower”: This is the person who takes your stuff, and
treats your belongings as if they’re also theirs. This can range from something
small like a few slices of bread to something more important like your clothes
or bike. Clearly, this is NOT OK and needs an open discussion so that everyone
is clear as to what the boundaries are.
3. The
explosive flatmate: Often, this type of person seems calm and
tolerant – then suddenly blows up over fairly minor things. Yet, we come from
different backgrounds – and each person is unique – so different stuff annoys us
or becomes an irritant. Here, a frank honest, discussion will often do the
trick so that tension doesn’t build, and spoil a good relationship.
4. The
irresponsible flatmate: This individual is unreliable and doesn’t
seem to care about the impact of their actions. For example, they break stuff
and just leave it, or forget to pay the bills … They never see it as their
problem, and they just don’t seem to care. This person needs confronting in a
firm, respectful way. And if things stay the same – don’t ever share with them
again!
5. The
ghost roommate: This is the person who is rarely around. They
often have a busy life or else they travel with their job. They’re rarely
problematic – so be glad that they’re so easy – and enjoy your time together
when they happen to be there.
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