Top Ten Ways to Get Along With Your Roommate

10. Be honest

9. Deal with conflicts in a timely fashion

8. When something is bothering you, deal with it up front

7. Avoid backstabbing and gossiping

6. Try at first to resolve the issue by involving as few people as possible

5. Remember that it's not always WHAT you say, but HOW you say it

4. Assume nothing…ASK

3. When help is needed, go to your RA for assistance

2. Remember that you are dealing with human beings with feelings, rights, and responsibilities

1. Remember that YOU are one of those human beings!!

5 Components to Good Conflict Management

• Be tactful
• Be timely
• Be open
• Be honest
• Utilize your RA when needed

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