For freshers, the chances are that this is the first time that you\u2019ve lived away from home. You will need to get to grips with independent living.<\/p>\n
Let\u2019s be honest, moving in to a new home, in a new city and sometimes in a new country with a load of complete strangers is one of the strangest if not unnatural experience many of us will have faced, but getting away from Mum, Dad and the annoying brothers and sisters, should also be one of the most exciting times of your life! Here are some top tips to cope with the move.<\/p>\n
Everyone\u2019s in the same boat. It\u2019s normal to feel anxious about the move and meeting your new flatmates, we\u2019ve written a blog on meeting your new flatmates check it out here<\/a>. It\u2019s really good to try and make an effort with your flatmates straightaway.<\/p>\n If you arrive early, offer to help flatmates move in, we all know how difficult meeting someone for the first time can be, but if you offer to help them move your stuff, some of that really awkward small talk can be avoided. Having something practical to do can help you both feel a little more relaxed and who knows while moving the stuff you may spot a common interest to help you become mates.<\/p>\n When you’re in your room keep the door open \u2013 by keeping your door open, those first days, your new flatmates are more likely to pop their head in and say hello, a closed-door is just that it basically says that you don\u2019t want to speak with anyone. Please, remember to\u00a0always close your windows and lock your doors when you head out.<\/p>\n But, also remember to Respect personal space<\/strong>, it\u2019s a delicate balance between being helpful and sociable and then being annoying, and this goes for the entire year. Be mindful not to invade people\u2019s privacy, especially during exams and major coursework deadlines.<\/p>\n Try hanging out in the shared kitchen or if your hall has one the common room rather than hiding away in your room, we know nothing beats a duvet day and a binge-watch on Netflix but that\u2019s not going to help you get to know your flatmates and course mates. In the common areas, people will be coming and going all the time so you can say hi and chat with anyone who comes in.<\/p>\nUse the common rooms. <\/strong><\/h3>\n