Have you just moved into a flat and want to fit in with your roommate? Obviously, friendship cannot be forced, but coexistence can be cultivated if you take good care of it, and we want to talk to you about how to do it. That's what this article is about, we know a lot about sharing a flat.
Tips to be more than just a roommate
If you want to be a good flat mate write down this list and record it in your head.
1. Cleanliness, fair and precise
There is nothing that creates a worse mess than a dirty floor. Therefore, have a set schedule and do to always comply with it. And if someone skips it, be creative with the penalty, how about a Mexican dinner?
2. Do activities together
Watch a movie, organize a dinner... You can dedicate one day a week to yourselves, strengthening ties and having a better treatment. There is nothing that unites like having a good time.
3. Respect schedules
Whether you are in college or working, you have to be respectful of each other. The flatmates that work best are those with similar lifestyles. Try not to wake each other up, make rules for visits, parties, etc.
4. Do not attack privacy
You don't have to force things either. Your roommates probably need their space too. Therefore, do not force anyone to participate in certain activities on the floor.
5. Have a life away from home
That will also help you, and a lot, to not see each other only as roommates and to understand your relationship in a much closer way.
In conclusion, having a roommate or living several in a flat can be a great and fun experience if you know how to take advantage of it. And the best way is trying to establish healthy and respectful bonds.
