Should I Move My TV to My Room? Roommate Dilemma

"Debating moving TV from common area to room, worried about roommate's reaction - seeking advice on how to handle the situation tactfully."

Damjan

Published in Interesting
24 Dec 2025

Should I Move My TV to My Room? Roommate Dilemma

In today’s Reddit thread, we delve into a classic roommate conundrum that many of us can relate to—balancing personal space and shared living arrangements. The original poster (OP) has been living with a friend for two years, and they initially agreed to use OP's TV in the living room as a temporary solution while they saved up for a communal television.

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However, with OP feeling increasingly frustrated by the inconvenience of watching shows from bed, the idea of moving the TV to her room has surfaced. The situation has taken an interesting turn as OP recently discovered that her roommate plans to host guests soon.

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This has led to a growing anxiety about how her roommate might perceive the decision to relocate the TV, fearing it could be seen as spiteful timing. With her anxiety about confrontation weighing heavily on her, OP is reaching out for advice on how to approach the conversation without escalating tensions.

As the comments reveal, opinions on the best course of action vary widely. Some suggest straightforward communication, while others believe it’s best to make the move and address any concerns afterward.

Join us as we explore the nuances of this situation, the dynamics of shared living, and the importance of communication in maintaining harmony among roommates. What do you think?

Would OP be wrong to make the move, or is it time for a candid conversation?

Original Post

I've been roommates with a friend of mine for 2 years. When we moved in, we left my TV in our living room as a temporary fix so we wouldn't have to pitch in for a new TV when money was already so tight.

The idea was that until we could afford one to share for the common space, we could share mine. My roommate, in the meantime, kept her TV in her room.

Last week I mentioned to an online friend that I was sick and tired of needing to get out of bed and enter a common area every time I wanted to watch anything. She pitched the idea to just bring it to my room.

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Which, honestly, I hadn't even considered because I didn't want to be rude, but the idea is now seeming more appealing by the day. Now here's what's getting me, I just found out my roommate will be having guests in the coming weeks.

Because of the timing, I worry she’ll think I'm moving it just to spite she and her guests. I haven't even floated the idea to her yet, because I'm afraid she’ll take it the wrong way.

I'm a very anxious gal at heart and just the thought of talking to her about this is giving me the jeebies. Is there a better way to go about this I'm not thinking of?

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Any extra advice appreciated :(