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When you share a living space with other people, it can feel like you never have a second for yourself. If you’re looking for ways to relax with some me time, or just to establish some privacy in your own home, you’ve come to the right place. In this article, we’ll share simple and practical ways to get alone time in a shared living space, whether you’re living with extended family, your partner, or roommates. Read on to get the privacy you deserve.
Things You Should Know
- Objects like a room divider, curtain, or bookcase can be used to create your own private space if you share a bedroom.
- Find a corner in your shared space that is only yours to work or relax in. Add a table to make a workspace and a plant or bookcase next to it to make it private.
- Talk to your family and roommates to schedule times when a shared space is yours or theirs to use, and add the schedules to a calendar.
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References
- ↑ https://www.apartmenttherapy.com/ways-to-create-more-privacy-36875714
- ↑ https://www.connecticare.com/live-well/blog/aging/5-tips-for-when-you-are-suddenly-sharing-living-space
- ↑ https://www.roomsurf.com/content/blog/Tips-for-Maintaining-the-Peace-With-Your-Roommates-While-Living-in-Quarantine-and-Close-Quarters
- ↑ https://www.apartmenttherapy.com/me-time-self-care-tips-small-space-36847802
- ↑ https://www.apartmenttherapy.com/introvert-dorm-college-tips-36624776
- ↑ https://www.today.com/health/alone-time-how-find-time-alone-during-quarantine-t182123
- ↑ https://theeverygirl.com/ways-to-carve-out-alone-time-when-you-dont-live-alone/
- ↑ https://www.apartmenttherapy.com/introvert-dorm-college-tips-36624776
- ↑ https://www.thegoodtrade.com/features/small-space-living-with-partner/
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