Living with roommates can be a rollercoaster of emotions, especially when one of them decides to make a drastic lifestyle change. In this case, our protagonist (26f) and her roommate A (27f) have been living together for a few years, getting along just fine. However, when A starts dating a recovering alcoholic, she decides to give up alcohol in solidarity with her new beau. Little did our protagonist know, this decision would lead to a series of escalating conflicts and a demand to ban alcohol from their apartment.
The Relationship Chameleon

Solidarity, but at What Cost?

The Bar Cart Battle

Dinner Drama ️

The Final Straw

The Confrontation

The Aftermath ️

The Group Text

Blocked and Unfriended

The Immaturity ♀️

Roommate Rumble: Alcohol Edition
After a series of escalating conflicts, our protagonist finally snaps and tells her roommate A to move out. A’s newfound sobriety, inspired by her boyfriend’s recovery, has led to her demanding a complete ban on alcohol in their apartment. But instead of resolving the issue, A starts a group text with their mutual friends, painting our protagonist as the villain. As the drama unfolds, it seems that A’s immaturity knows no bounds, leaving our protagonist to wonder if she’s made the right decision. Let’s see what the internet thinks of this situation…
Roommate’s unrealistic demands spark NTA response and therapy suggestion

Roommate tries to ban alcohol, but commenters agree: NTA.

Roommate tries to ban alcohol, but is she the a**hole?

Roommate tries to ban alcohol, tenant not the a**hole. Gender stereotypes discussed

Roommate’s follower tendencies and lack of respect for boundaries.

Commenter relates to ‘relationship chameleon’; others share similar experiences

Recovery is an internal commitment, not changing your environment

Moving on from toxic roommates, NTA wins this round

Legal rights for kicking out a controlling roommate. NTA.

Roommate drama continues with a crazy ban on alcohol

Roommate’s alcohol ban leads to conflict. NTA stands firm.

Commenter shares wild story, NTA. Vampire ex was entertaining

Relationship chameleons are frustrating. NTA for standing your ground

Roommate’s ridiculous demands for changing for each bf. NTA.

Respectful disagreement on roommate’s alcohol ban

Former vegan and recovering alcoholic shares support and advice.

Roommate showing signs of toxic behavior, time to move on

Cheers to wine and eviction notices!

Roommate drama and a hilarious song recommendation

NTA. Seeking legal advice for evicting roommate.

Roommate accused of lying, NTA for banning alcohol

Live your life, not hers. You’re NTA

Commenter suggests friend may have BPD, advises understanding and empathy.
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Protect yourself legally and bid farewell to the sober roommate

Roommate tries to ban alcohol, gets kicked out. NTA wins

A hilarious solution to a roommate’s alcohol ban!

Roommate tries to ban alcohol, but not on the lease

Roommate banned alcohol, commenter suggests rehoming.

Stand your ground and give her an ultimatum. NTA

Roommate tries to ban alcohol, but can’t control the world

Commenter’s friend faked being trans, caused chaos. NTA.

Roommate’s controlling behavior causes chaos, but OP not blameless.

Respectful boundaries are important. NTA in alcohol ban debacle.

Roommate drama: NTA for asking her to move out

Roommate conflict escalates, but is there hope for reconciliation?

Recovering alcoholic defends roommate’s right to drink. NTA

Respect personal choices, not impose them on others

Commenter criticizes trigger warnings, sparks debate

Roommate tries to ban alcohol, but can’t force others to quit. NTA

Document your apartment daily to prevent theft and vandalism

Roommate’s pushy sobriety and double standards called out

Roommate pressures to change with trends, NTA suggests lock change.

Respect your roommate, but don’t let her control your home

Commenter raises concern about roommate’s potential future boyfriends

Roommate’s alcohol ban causes chaos, but OP is NTA.
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Choosing sobriety doesn’t mean imposing it on others.
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Friendship advice: ditch toxic friends for better ones

Serve notice to vacate: NTA commenters suggest evicting strict roommate

Recovering alcoholic defends freedom in a fiery comment

Respecting sobriety is key. Roommate needs to learn that.

Sober commenter shares how avoiding alcohol makes them uncomfortable
