If you find yourself constantly annoyed by the person and their bad habits, find some ways to calm down so that you're not always upset while at home. Start by taking some deep breaths to calm your mind and body. Breathe in slowly, then exhale slowly. Do a few cycles of deep breathing and notice how you feel. If you don't feel calm, keep doing more breaths until you do. Especially if you're avoiding the person you live with because you don't get along, it's likely you'll want to find ways to de-stress. Practice activities known to lower stress such as yoga and meditation. Making time for fun is a great way to relieve stress and have a good time. Exercise is another way to de-stress and keep your body functioning well. If you don't like going to the gym, try hiking, biking, or dance classes instead. Try not to get too wrapped up in the drama with the person you live with and let go a bit so you can have some fun. Spending time with friends can get you out of the house and help you connect with people who care about you. Whether you need to vent about the situation or spend some time away from it, your friends are there to help. It can be helpful to talk to a trusted friend about what's going on at home. Getting support from friends can be cathartic, even if they can't help improve your living situation. See this time as an opportunity to spend more time on yourself. Try new things on your own and spend some time getting to know yourself. Some alone time might even be good for you: solo time can help you better know yourself and increase your productivity. Do solitary activities such as writing in a journal or creating art. If you don't have your own room, spend time alone by going on walks or spending time outside. If your living situation only compounds your stress and you're struggling to manage, consider talking to a therapist. They can help you cope with stress and manage your emotions better. They can also help you learn skills to interact differently or more productively. Find a therapist by contacting your insurance provider or local mental health clinic. You can also get a recommendation from a physician or a friend.

Summary: Take some deep breaths. De-stress regularly. Spend time with your friends. Spend time alone. Talk to a therapist.

When forming an opinion on something like a news topic, try to look for multiple sources. Read articles published by different news outlets, and try to include perspectives that challenge your own beliefs. Try to gather your own information rather than instinctively agreeing or disagreeing with what someone else thinks. For example, your parents might have an opinion about a news story. Instead of just agreeing with them because they're your parents, you might search online to find articles on the subject from multiple news bureaus. After reading a few perspectives on the topic, you can form your own opinion based on what you've learned. Before getting too concerned about what someone thinks, consider their expertise and the way they express their opinion. If your teacher wrote their graduate school thesis on a particular historical event, you'll want to value what they think over someone less informed. In addition to considering the source, think about its package: is someone informed about a subject speaking to you in a clear, thoughtful way? Or are they just hurling insults and criticizing your opinion just for the sake of disagreeing with you? You may also consider whether someone might have a personal motivation for feeling one way or another. Don't be afraid to have an opinion that goes against the norm, especially if you've put time and thought into forming that opinion. Balance evidence with your gut instincts instead of trying to conform and satisfy others. Respect what others think, and accept that not everyone will think the same way you do. For example, if you prefer dogs over cats, don't pretend to like cats more just to please your friends who think cats are better. You should form your own opinion, even if all of your friends prefer cats. It can be healthy to challenge your core beliefs, but you should avoid compromising them just for the sake of popularity. For instance, if you were raised in a religious tradition, you might find that a healthy dose of doubt will deepen your faith in the long run. But that doesn't mean you should change your beliefs just because someone criticizes them out of ignorance. Also, keep in mind that it is okay to disagree with people. You can express your opinion in a non-challenging manner and listen respectfully to their opinion as well. However, it is important to consider your goal for the conversation before moving forward.
Summary: Get the facts from multiple sources. Decide if a person is informed about a topic. Avoid faking agreement just to please others.