Ep180: Snoring, Eye Masks, And Other Dorm Survival Tools

Send us Fan MailDorm life has a way of turning tiny things into huge feelings. One light left on, one late-night study session, one unexpected snore, and suddenly you’re exhausted, irritated, and wondering how you’re supposed to live with a stranger in a shoebox-sized room. Maya and I talk honestly about that reality as she gets ready for college, with a focus on the everyday roommate conflicts that hit hardest when sleep is off and stress is high.We dig into practical college roommate communication skills that actually hold up at 2 a.m.: how to name what you’re feeling without making it the other person’s fault, how to stop internalizing someone else’s bad mood, and how to build emotional intelligence by rating emotions instead of treating them as all-or-nothing. We also get specific about boundaries and “netiquette” for emailing professors, including the difference between helpful context and oversharing personal details.Then we land on two simple conflict resolution tools you can use right away: leaving a few unimportant things unsaid each day, and the rule that if something still bothers you after 24 hours, you talk about it within the next 72. If you’re navigating college transitions, dorm room life, or roommate tension, this one gives you language, options, and a way to protect the relationship without ignoring your needs. Subscribe for more, share this with a student or parent, and leave a review with your best roommate survival tip.This podcast is meant to be a resource for the general public, as well as fellow therapists/psychologists. It is NOT meant to replace the meaningful work of individual or family therapy. Please seek professional help in your area if you are struggling. #breakthestigma #makewordsmatter #thingsyoulearnintherapy #thingsyoulearnintherapypodcastIf you or someone you know is struggling with mental health concerns, please contact 988 or seek a treatment provider in your area.If you are a therapist or psychologist and want to be a guest on the show, please complete this form to apply: Podcast Application FormFeel free to share your thoughts at www.makewordsmatterforgood.com or email me at [email protected] the showwww.bethtrammell.com