Get To Know Them
Bond with your roommate, try to do things with them every once in a while! It's nice to know what things you have in common, and that way it's not just all small talk. Go with them for dinner once a week, or watch a movie, or even just hang with them. Living with someone is easier when they're not a complete stranger.
Try To Be Friends
While you might not become best friends, it is nice to be friends with the person you're living with. Yeah, that always happens in movies or on tv shows... That's not always the case! It does happen occasionally but also be prepared to possibly not get along with your room mate at all. You don't have to hang out with them 24/7, but it's better to like them than to hate them.
Don't Be Too Clingy
Yes, it is nice to be friend with your roommate, but understand that you're not their only friend. No one really likes super clingy people and by trying to hang out with them too much it's just going to make them feel weird and uncomfortable, and make them not want to hang out with you.
Be Respectful
This is a major one, be respectful of not only them but their stuff. If they don't tell you that you can touch their things, then don't. Don't borrow their stuff or clothes or anything. Really, don't do it. If you have decided that you can use each other stuff, that's fine, but just make sure that it's a mutual thing. Don't eat all their food and leave nothing, replace it if you eat it all! Don't come in late at night and make a ton of noise, be quiet! Treat you room mate and their stuff how you would want them to treat yours.
Keep The Room/House Clean
If you're sharing a room with someone, then it's probably about the size of your room at home - just with two people living it it. In other words, it's about the size of a closet. Make sure to keep your stuff on your side, and place vacuum every once in a while. Clean up your dirty clothes, and wash your dishes - no one wants to see your gross cereal bowls everywhere. If you're sharing a house, make a list of chores and assign one to each person, and then just rotate so that everyone gets the lovely task of cleaning the toilet.
Address Problems as they Arise
If something bugs you about your roommate, tell them when it happens - don't wait for months to bring it up. If you let little things slide, then it's going to get bigger and then there will be a real problem. Don't be like the people on my floor who got so mad at each other who ended up punching one another. Learn from them, and get these things resolved while they're still small. But on the other side, try not to be the roommate who complains about every single little thing - they're just annoying and no one really likes them.
Be Nice to Their Friends
Your roommate or housemate will probably have friends over at some point. Be nice to them and polite! Who knows, you might make some new friends of your own.
Don't Panic if Your Roommate Sucks
The way I see it, all you room has to be is a place to sleep. If you hate your roommate a lot, and it's just not going to work out, talk to the department of residence. Usually they're pretty accommodating and will let you switch rooms. If you don't want to get them involved, just hang out with your other friends during the day and try to stay out of your room. You will get through it!
Be Careful About Who You Bring Into Your Room
If you have a girlfriend/boyfriend (or if you don't) just be respectful about what you do in your room and when. If you want the room to yourself, then tell your roommate! ...Just don't kick them out like, every day.
Good luck with your roommate/housemate :)
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