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One of us moved to Delhi NCR for employment and has a very important message to share. Living in Delhi is so much fun, but it may be a little overwhelming at first. If you are in a PG in Delhi, you may be sharing living space with a roommate. And we speak from experience here; a roommate can make or break your life. So we felt, the below tips may come handy to all those who are a paying guest in Delhi.
Moving to Delhi, changing your house, and having a new roommate, sounds exciting, right?! Or does it make you slightly nervous as well? It is surely difficult to move to a new space and settle in, especially if you are migrating to a place that involves a huge cultural shift. For example, if you are someone who puts up in a different part of the country and is now going to stay in a PG accommodation in Delhi – it will involve adjusting to a different culture, cuisine, language, etc. But things would be easy if you would have someone by your side as your support system and for that, there’s no better person than your roommate. If both of you are new to staying in a PG in Delhi, you’ll understand each other’s situation well. Let’s have a look at certain tips on how you can settle in well with your roommate:
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Communicate your Needs
As you’re becoming acquainted with your new roommate, assist them with getting to know you, what you need in your home life, and vice versa. It could be about the smallest things in your routine – for example, if you hit the bed early, let them know and request them to be careful about turning down the TV/music after you go to bed. Tell them before it turns into an issue and remind them tenderly if they overlook it.
This needs to work both ways-if they like to sleep at odd hours, let them. Make sure you don’t disturb them. Respect their privacy and their lifestyle choices.
Say ‘no’ When Required
You need to be friendly when your roomie approaches you for some help or calls on you to help finish something. Concurrently, it is as essential, to be honest. It’s one thing to have a go at something to support your roommate however, it’s another thing to commit and not complete something. In case you’re not sure of something, let them know before you commit! In numerous circumstances, overlooking your own needs can transform into hatred. It’s not your roommate’s fault that you said yes to something. Yet it might begin to feel like you aren’t communicating your feelings and wishes in the right way with them. Also, try to understand each other’s perspective rather than force things on them.
Coordinate in Purchasing and Sharing Things
You can spare a huge amount of time and cash if you and your roommate communicate effectively before purchasing some common necessities. You will likewise decrease squander. For instance, if there are two of you, you are likely to ensure that whatever you buy gets consumed, so you don’t wind up discarding or wasting it.
Spend Quality Time Together
It is essential to communicate with your roomie to build a lasting relationship. You both can catch up on coffee together and can talk about various things like your interests, likes, dislikes, etc. This way you both get to know each other better and it will help you settle in well. Also, make sure you set a particular time or activity in the day when you both can talk about everyday stories.
These are some of the ways through which you can settle in well with your roommate.
We have these inputs from Stanza Living. They are managed accommodation providers – www.stanzaliving.com. Stanza Living organises community programs where you can get to know your roommate/housemate better and can communicate with them in various ways. From ice-breaking sessions to social events, they help you with a host of activities to relax and grow together, creating a warm co-living environment.
Trust us; Delhi is a fun city to live. So, whether it is travel or studies, or employment, don’t forget to enjoy your stay.
Also Read: Experience Delhi under Rs. 500
I wish I had came across this article when I moved to Delhi. I had to figure out my own ways n path. Loved how u have explained how relations with an unknown roommate be made here. Will share it with new joinees in my office. 🌸
Once I stayed at PG in Lajpat Nagar, that too was my initial days in Delhi. I still remember I used to share my room with three other girls and it was a great experience. The way we chilled out, taking care of each other, making maggie at late night, watching movies, hopping out those were fun days. I was new in Delhi and must admit without them I might not indulge the Delhi culture properly.
The second point is so important….saying NO. I learned this the hard way after years of staying in PG’s and shared rented accommodations.
This reminded me of my PG days, a nicely written article. I believe communicating your needs and saying “NO” is important. Also, sharing all your PG details with one of your family members is essential. PG can give you a lifetime memory, it takes some time but once a person settles down, it is a whole lot of fun.
This reminded me of my PG days, a nicely written article. I believe communicating your needs and saying “NO” is important. Also, sharing all your PG details with one of your family members is essential. PG can give you a lifetime memory, it takes some time but once a person settles down, it is a whole lot of fun. Enjoy the time.
We agree that your early PG stay can give you lifetime’s memories to cherish.
I have always been skeptical of sharing my space with a stranger and so I’ve never had a roommate and kept an apartment to myself. Having a roommate has its pros and cons, but if you’ve a roommate then it’s important to have a good relation with him/ her. Your article lists down good points to cultivate and maintain a healthy relation with your roommate with easy to follow steps.
I know staying in PG and sharing room with others required a set of adjustment and you need to have a flexible attitude. I really like the idea of spending quality time with roommate, indeed it is essential to create a friendly rapo with roommate to enjoy your stay and avoid unnecessary conflicts.
If not resolved, petty conflicts can create bad vibes.
Having a roommate can be an enriching experience. With the right person, you always have company for doing stuff or a shoulder to cry on when upset.
Settling into a PG accommodations can be quite a challenge. It requires a lot of planning and mental preparedness. Your tips are very useful and will help those who are looking at moving into a PG. Appreciable, how you have mentioned the importance of spending time with each other. Fab post!
Our pleasure. Spending time is indeed crucial if you wish to bond.
Well, I did not have a PG experience but did have a hostel experience, sharing rooms. We matched well as we were of same department. Had it not been, I am sure we could have had differences. But these are points worth to note, since now I do prefer staying in hostels while traveling and I do spend the hours in syncing with the person I had met.
That’s so cool. One learns so much from a fellow traveller. Plus, at times if you are sharing transport, you save money in the process.
Some very important points you’ve mentioned here – especially the one about saying no when needed. Often times conflict arises from our lack of communication and honesty. Once that’s established, living together should be much easier!
Sharing your digs is always a matter of understanding from both roommates. It can work out only if both sides are adaptable. Your tips make sense for anyone settling into a PG accommodation and sharing a room.
This is based on personal experience.