Despite the horror stories, urban myths and "He Died with a Falafel in his Hand" ... Share housing can actually be great fun! These are some of the things you gain from living in a share house:
- Personal Growth - Learning to become more independent, manage relationships, and get along with a diverse range of people and personalities is a lesson for life. Plus you are forced to manage your money, and take care of yourself.
- Forming friendships and stronger relationships - flatmates can be like a family, they can be a source of great support and friendship when you need them. Living together does that. It brings you closer ... sometimes even with people you never thought you'd get along with!
- Shared knowledge about stuff ... Learning different cultures. Hearing other stories. Finding out about different cooking styles or music tastes.