Got any hot takes on how to \\survive\\ co-exsist with house-mates/parents/family for those living together under quarantine?
First and foremost, I am definitely not qualified to be giving tips on this as I live with only one other person who I can tolerate most of the time. However, I have some experience with living with a sibling, parents and in a college dorm so I somewhat know how to co-exist sufficiently. Sorry, I sound like a wiki how article too.
- Make sure you have an ‘alone’ space.
Sometimes you just need a break from others (if you’re an introvert, that’s most of the time) and it’s important you have some time to regenerate or you may actually go crazy. Try finding a space in your house where nobody else can disturb you. Tell everyone else not to disturb you for ‘x’ amount of time and do your own thing. If you can’t find anywhere inside, try going outside into the backyard or at your front or back door.
- Think of it as an opportunity to get to know your mates/family better
You are stuck inside with others. Instead of thinking of it as a bad thing, try getting to know your house peers. Maybe suggest playing a board game or play some video games together.
- Be understanding of everyone else
Remember, not only are you surviving with others, but they are surviving with you. You may have a lot of habits you dislike with others. They will also dislike some habits you have. Instead of shying away from this conflict, try compromising and resolving the issues in a mature way. The sooner you resolve it, the better the experience you will have.
- This will not be easy
There is no way this will be an easy thing to do as it’s a very stressful situation for everyone. Stress will only feed the situation. You can make it through this.
