6 Reasons Having a Roommate Is Actually the Freakin' Best

One of the best things about having a roommate is that you always have someone to vent to. "If your coworker annoys you — tell it to your roomie. If your partner is being a jerk — tell it to your roomie. If you feel sick and no one seems to care — tell it to your roomie," she said. One note: if your roommate is close to these people, be careful about oversharing or spreading too much negative information, as it can backfire.