Sisterly Love or Personal Space: A College Housing Dilemma

Imagine being 19, living with your friends, and enjoying your college life when suddenly, your younger sister decides to join the same college and expects to move in with you. But here’s the twist: she’s not just any sister, she’s a sister with social anxiety who prefers familiar faces and wants her own room in your shared apartment. Oh, and your parents are all for it! ‍ ‍ ‍ Now, let’s dive into this family drama and see how our protagonist, let’s call her ‘The Reluctant Roommate’, handles this unexpected curveball.

The Unexpected Roommate Request

The Anxiety Factor

Surprise! Your Sister is Moving In

The Parents’ Proposal

The Sisterly Standoff

The Lifestyle Clash

The Accusations Fly ️

The Dorm Dilemma

The Parental Control Concerns

The Guilt Trip

Sisterly Bonds vs. College Freedom: A Tough Call

In a whirlwind of family expectations, anxiety disorders, and college life, our ‘Reluctant Roommate’ finds herself in a tough spot. Her younger sister, armed with social anxiety, wants to move in with her and her friends, expecting them to adjust their lifestyle to accommodate her. Despite the parents’ offer to pay for the rent, she stands her ground, sparking a family feud. Accusations of selfishness and cruelty fly, while a sense of guilt quietly creeps in. The internet is buzzing with opinions on this family drama. Let’s see what the top responses are…

“NTA. Your reasons are valid! Maybe your sis would be better off in a dorm her first year. “

NTA. Don’t let yourself be manipulated by your roommates or parents.

NTA: Suggest parents move for sister, explain your reasons carefully

NTA. You’re an independent adult, sister needs to respect that

“My sister wants me to take care of her. Not fair!”

Overcoming anxiety and enabling others to be independent

Roommate consent and personal space: NTA for considering everyone’s needs

NTA. Your sister’s anxiety shouldn’t disrupt your living arrangements.

NTA. Stand your ground and don’t let them manipulate you!

Defending lease terms against parents’ wishes

Stand your ground! Don’t let family ruin your college experience!

Sister expects special treatment for parties, not a**hole move

Sibling tensions rise as parents try to offload responsibility.

Sibling boundaries: Don’t let them take advantage of you!

Expecting a rescue when painted into a corner? Think again!

Stand your ground and prioritize your personal space.

Sibling boundaries: NTA sets firm but loving housing expectations

Sibling boundaries crossed: NTA for not accommodating sister’s assumptions

Sibling boundaries? Your parents suck. Don’t sacrifice your life for her.

Parents and sister expect me to change my life for her

Supporting sister’s independence in college, NTA

Entitled sister wants to move in without your consent? NTA

NTA. Stand strong and let her learn to manage her anxiety

Dorm vs Personal Space: Who’s entitled to what?

NTA – Sister’s entitlement and lack of boundaries causing conflict

Landlord’s rude surprise: No more tenants allowed! Roommates left in lurch.

Setting boundaries with sister: NTA, parents are the real AH

Stand firm on this. She wants a caretaker, not roommate.

Parents’ intrusion in housing decisions causes tension among roommates.

Spare room as study or 4th roommate? NTA, ideal setup!

Set boundaries with your sister and stand up for yourself.

Sister’s move-in will be permanent, NTA for setting boundaries

Last-minute request to share college housing with dependent sister

Helping sister with anxiety: therapist and college housing assistance

Don’t let your parents make you a forever carer

NTA. Stand your ground and assert your independence!

Setting boundaries in a shared home: NTA for standing up!

No boundaries! Stand your ground and set some sisterly boundaries!

Take control of your life and stand up for yourself!

Sibling boundaries: Helping vs enabling. Stand your ground. NTA.

NTA. Sister’s anxiety shouldn’t dictate your living arrangements

Unwanted roommate situation: NTA, but she needs professional help

NTA. Don’t sacrifice your college experience for her comfort.

“NTA. Supportive yet boundaries. College dorm singles for personal space.”

Not responsible for sister’s well-being. Parents should provide 1br apartment

Boundaries and therapy: Can she find a compromise for housing?

Take control of your life! Stand up and stay strong!

NTA. Setting boundaries is important for both of you.

“NTA. Your emotional needs are just as important as hers “

NTA. Encourage sister to manage anxieties, not enable them.

Parents should rent sister her own place. NTA.

Parents manipulating you to take care of your sister. Not fair!

Living together won’t magically cure her anxiety and triggers

Moving from one parent’s house to another? Not helping her.

Unilateral family decisions can lead to uncomfortable living arrangements

Sibling rivalry and housing woes: A college dilemma

Parents should find a 1 bedroom ap for her. NTA

Parent acknowledges daughter’s sacrifices, supports her independence.

Parents and sister disregarded your needs, NTA for standing up

Navigating college housing and social anxiety: dorms or online degree?

Roommate conflict: Privacy vs. socializing. How to handle it? ‍♀️

Sister with anxiety needs to learn to navigate the world

NTA – A College Housing Dilemma with Sisterly Love

Boundaries matter! Don’t be your sister’s emotional support animal

Setting boundaries for sister’s living situation. NTA.

Sibling responsibility boundaries and the need for professional help.

Boundaries vs. Sisterhood: The College Housing Conundrum

NTA. Unfair to roommates. Sister should try dorm with single.

Claim your space and live life on your terms!

Consider other options for your sister’s college housing situation.

Maintain your independence and don’t let your sister move in!

Navigating college housing: agreements, roommates, and parental influence

Empowering your sister to take responsibility for her own life!

Parents should’ve considered sister’s social anxiety before suggesting living together.

NTA for not accepting parents’ offer, sister’s communication may improve

Parents’ poor planning caused housing dilemma. NTA, but sister suffers

Living in a dorm helped me be more social and stuff

Supportive advice for setting boundaries with sister in college

Parents and sister are being total a**holes, ruining living situation.

Parents sprung a roommate change on OP, causing potential conflicts

NTA. Don’t let your sister’s anxiety control your life.

Supportive comment for OP dealing with sister’s anxiety, NTA.

Regret awaits if you change your mind.