Ask Annie: Advice Column

Here at HCUCR, we want to help you create the best college experience you can possibly have! Sometimes though, we all need a little advice. That’s why we are excited to welcome Annie an anonymous student that is here to help you with anything you may need. Feel free to ask her for advice on relationships, significant others, friends, crushes, roommates, that cutie down the hall, or anything else you want help with!

I have had problems with my roommate since week two of the school year. We never communicate, plus she is always in and out of the room. When she is here, she always plays loud music when I’m asleep, makes noise and always invites friends over. I am scared to confront her because I feel like it will turn into an argument. What should I do?

Dear Ms. Confused,
Usually when roommates have problems, they keep it bottled up inside them until one day it escalates into an argument. It’s great that you are asking for help because that truly marks your effort. I suggest you simply ask her if she can talk to you when she walks in the room and if not, ask when she is available. You need to talk like adults and air everything out, sometimes all you need to do is be honest and hopefully they’re willing to let their pride down. Communication is key when it comes to any type of relationship, whether it may be a friendship, family, or boyfriend/girlfriend. You both need to sit down and talk with honesty and respect because if it keeps bugging you, you will eventually not be able to stand her. You’re being the bigger person by asking her to stop, but if she agrees and continues doing what she is doing, then it  may be best to talk to your Residential Advisor. That would be if she refuses to stop doing what she is doing. Just remember that open communication is the key to a genuine relationship.

Xo,
Annie

Since I started school, I have not been going to the gym as often as I should. I have been meaning to go, but I always have readings to do or homework to finish. I have noticed that my jeans fit tighter and my belly feels bigger. What can I do to make going to the gym a priority?

Dear Need Fitness,
 Do not fear, Annie is here! Everyone is scared in getting caught up by the Freshmen 15, but you are not alone. Many students just either lose motivation to go workout or do not make it a priority. What you need is a workout buddy that will keep you motivated to go to the gym every day. In college, there is always that person who goes every day and let’s admit it’s a lot more fun working out with someone else rather than by yourself! You simply need to find a friend that goes every day and will keep you motivated in working out. If this does not help you or you like moving solo, I suggest you make a schedule where you write down all your classes down, the time you work if you work, and any clubs you are participating in so that way you may find the days and time you are available to workout. It is easier said than done to give up an hour of your day to exercise. If you are dedicated into staying fit and being healthy, you will work out as much as possible and eat healthy. Also, don’t forget it is also possible to lose weight by making a diet your lifestyle. Hope this helps!