17 Making Small Talk At The Wrong Time.
Small talk has its place. When your roommate is rushing out the door is rarely the right time to engage them in a conversation. After all, they’re not beholden to your conversational whims when they’re running late for work (or play), nor should they be.
18 Not Saying Hello.
You don’t have to pretend that you’re witnessing the resurrection of Lazarus each time your roommates pop up in a common space, but tossing out a simple “hey there” or “how’s it going?” can make them feel acknowledged and appreciated. Conversely, skipping out on the niceties can have the opposite effect.
