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12 Roles An Exceptionally Great Roommate Naturally Fulfills, Whether They Know It Or Not

Kelsey Dietrich

Living with somebody is an interesting experience. Whether this is your first time sharing a living space with somebody or not, there are bound to be moments you did not expect to occur. These unexpected moments can be either positive or negative, but hopefully, they lean closer to the former end of the spectrum. Even when you already know that you live with a great roommate, there will be some eye-opening experiences that make you genuinely appreciate just how awesome your cohabitator truly is.

Here are 12 roles that your roommate naturally fulfills if they are exceptionally great.

1. A study buddy

Here's somebody who can help quiz you everytime you are in the same room together. (Bonus points if you are in the same class together.)

2. A barista

If your roommate offers to make you coffee, then they are exceptionally great!

3. A therapist

Your roommate is already physically there for you, but an exceptionally great roommate is mentally there for you too.

4. A maid

The word "maid" may be a little extreme, but when you have an exceptionally great roommate they never leave the living space a mess. This is definitely appreciated!

5. A relationship coach

They listen to all of your relationship drama and then offer some pretty insightful points of wisdom to help you in the present moment and also in the future.

6. A gardener

Who else keeps your plants watered while you are away?

7. A chef

Sharing new food creations and the recipes that lead them there is one of the many perks of having an exceptionally great roommate.

8. An exercise partner

They can get you realize the importance of physical wellbeing and motivate you to go workout (since they know when you leave and when you sit in your room).

9. An editor

Need somebody to read through your paper draft? Don't have to go that far.

10. A personal motivator

You find the inspiration needed to get through some of the hardest days through discussions with your exceptionally great roomie.

11. A photographer

Need a pic of you doing something funny to Snapchat? Need a pic of you wearing your best outfit to freshen up your Insta feed? Need a pic of you for a new article cover photo? The best, non-judgmental photographer is your exceptionally great roommate always ready for your photography needs.

12. A life-long friend

The memories you are creating together will last a lifetime.

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12 Roles An Exceptionally Great Roommate Naturally Fulfills, Whether They Know It Or Not

You sure are lucky if your roommate doubles as any of these roles in your life.

1. A study buddy

2. A barista

3. A therapist

4. A maid

5. A relationship coach

6. A gardener

7. A chef

8. An exercise partner

9. An editor

10. A personal motivator

11. A photographer

12. A life-long friend

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And in the end, the love you take is equal to the love you make

The sun is up, the sky is blue, it's beautiful and so are you

Love is old, love is new, love is all, love is you

There's nowhere you can be that isn't where you're meant to be

Life is very short, and there's no time for fussing and fighting, my friend

He say, "I know you, you know me", One thing I can tell you is you got to be free

Oh please, say to me, You'll let me be your man. And please say to me, You'll let me hold your hand

It was twenty years ago today, Sgt. Pepper taught the band to play. They've been going in and out of style, but they're guaranteed to raise a smile

Living is easy with eyes closed, misunderstanding all you see

Can you hear me? When it rains and shine, it's just a state of mind

Little darling, it's been long cold lonely winter. Little darling, it feels like years since it' s been here. Here comes the sun, Here comes the sun, and I say it's alright

We danced through the night and we held each other tight, and before too long I fell in love with her. Now, I'll never dance with another when I saw her standing there

I love you, I love you, I love you, that's all I want to say

You say you want a revolution. Well you know, we all want to change the world

All the lonely people, where do they all come from. All the lonely people, where do they all belong

Oh, I get by with a little help from my friends

Hey Jude, don't make it bad. Take a sad song and make it better

Yesterday, all my troubles seemed so far away. Now it looks as though they're here to stay. Oh, I believe in yesterday

And when the brokenhearted people, living in the world agree, there will be an answer, let it be.

And anytime you feel the pain, Hey Jude, refrain. Don't carry the world upon your shoulders

I'll give you all I got to give if you say you'll love me too. I may not have a lot to give but what I got I'll give to you. I don't care too much for money. Money can't buy me love

All you need is love, love is all you need

Whisper words of wisdom, let it be

Blackbird singing in the dead of night, Take these broken wings and learn to fly. All your life, You were only waiting for this moment to arise

Though I know I'll never lose affection, for people and things that went before. I know I'll often stop and think about them. In my life, I love you more

Obviously the best superpower.

There have been many lessons learned.

1. The importance of traditions.

2. How to be thankful for family and friends.

3. How to give back.

4. What the word "community" really means.

5. That it isn't about the destination, but the journey.

6. The consequences of making bad choices.

7. To trust people, until you have a reason not to.

8. To be welcoming and accepting of everyone.

9. How to be my own, individual person.

10. How to work for what I want.

11. How to be great at giving directions.

12. How to be humble.

13. To be well-rounded.

14. How to be great at conflict resolution.

15. The beauty of getting outside and exploring.

16. To be prepared for anything.

17. That you don't always have to do it alone.

18. How to be creative.

19. To brush off gossip.

I have never been so thankful to know you.

Dealing with the inevitable realities of college life.

Don't freak out

Email the professor

Attend the first class

Keep attending class

Have a backup plan

Remember that everything works out at the end

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