Today, I had a talk with my roommate that last semester my grades took a bit because he stays up late every night playing video games. And then asked him about playing less, so I can get more sleep. Today also, he gave me a pair of ear plugs and asked if they would solve the problem. FML
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Wild Nights Out
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Today, I was woken up at 2 a.m. by my roommates throwing a party down the hall. I put some earplugs in so I could get some rest for my 8 a.m final. They worked really well, so well in fact that I didn't hear my alarm and woke up at noon. FML
Today, I had to study for an important test but I could barely focus because my roommate had his music blasting at full volume. Since we get along well, I decided to put up with it. I just found out he forgot to turn it off and left over 6 hours ago. FML
Today, my roommate shouted his entire part of the conversation at the dinner table. He refuses to get his hearing checked, nor lower his voice, so now my ears hurt for the rest of the evening. FML
Today, my boyfriend found some noise-canceling headphones that he forgot he had. Once he adjusted them and put them on, he sat down and asked me to tell him about my day. FML
Today, my roommate told me that she was studying in the library. Turns out, she didn't feel like going to the library and just spent all afternoon studying in a friend's room because she didn't think I was capable of shutting up for long enough to get any work done. Our other friends agreed. FML
Today, as usual, my flatmate is so loud when talking face to face that my ears and head rattle. I can't say anything because how dare I suggest there's anything wrong with my roommate's hearing. Yet nobody else talks this loud. FML
Today, I have a cold, and was stuck sleeping in bed. My roommate decided to wake me up by sticking headphones in my ears and playing heavy metal on full volume. This is the third time this week. FML
Today, my man complained about having to listen to my "emotional problems for hours." Yeah, we did talk for two hours, 90% of which was him asking for my advice on which new mattress to buy for his bed. FML
Today, I had to explain to my gaming friends that I can't be a night owl anymore because of a major health scare where I was suddenly unable to sleep at all. I now have to take sleeping pills every night and abide by a strict sleeping schedule. My friends are bummed out, and I feel bad for them. Fuck insomnia. FML
Today, my new roommate, who seemed to get along with me just fine up until now, has requested to switch to a different room. Apparently, I was making racist comments in my sleep. FML
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Top comments
LadyRen 20
Did earplugs not work before? If possible try them and a sleep mask if the light from the TV is bothering you. Or try and find a new roommate if possible. If in a dorm, talk to the RA about this.
Sady_Ct 38
It’s called compromise. They both live there they both have a right to decent sleep and consideration from each other. As a gamer, I think this gamer is being rude, they can’t expect their needs to be all that matters. Both housemates need to sit and have a considerate chat and try to find a solution together.
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Comments (18)
jc1015 25
so you think he should compromise when you're not willing to?
J15237 25
If your roommate is doing their part (paying half the rent or what ever arrangements) you are living in then you have no room to complain. Seriously for playing video games? You probably didn't sleep because you are stressed. Obviously your work is very important to you, but damn don't make excuses.
AmbrosiaFan 19
Sounds like a good idea. He shouldn't have to limit his time in his room ...
julfunky 29
If you were struggling from the lack of sleep why the hell would you wait an ENTIRE semester to talk to him about it? You’re an adult, act like it. Not saying YDI but damn dude, grow up and use your voice.
spinspinsugar 12
and this is exactly why I never lived on campus at college cuz I'd prolly end up in the same situation
randybryant799 21
Sorry but I agree with your roommate. Why should he stop playing?
wrenavery90 12
It's not his problem. It's yours. Hopefully the ear plugs work. It's ridiculous to expect him to stop playing.