Before becoming adults and leaving the metaphorical nest of our family, not many individuals get to enjoy a home away from home by staying in hostels. The new family aka friends, late-night gossip and games, the newfound personal space, and a whole new world - these are some things every person who has stayed in a hostel will often narrate, ALL THE TIME! Sure, staying away from home and family can be daunting, especially when you are young and yet to earn for yourself. But there are some opportunities and experiences that you can enjoy only when you live the hostel life! Here are some reasons why you ought to stay in a hostel. 1. Serving yourself with Self-dependency When you are at home, you have your family to pamper you and take care of your every need. But staying in a hostel entails owning up and doing everything by yourself. You learn how to wake up by yourself, how to whip something up for your untimely food cravings, how to wash & arrange your own clothes, etc. With a sense of responsibility and discipline, you learn to be self-dependent! 2. Managing your valuable time & money We grew up listening to people say ‘Time is money,’ and yet it takes either a hostel or a job to make you understand that! Try not to be late for the classes, to the mess or anywhere. That’s when you start taking steps towards being punctual. Similarly, when you are bound by limited finances, you start being resourceful. You end up prioritizing needs over wants and try to save up all that money for pure self-indulgence once in a while. 3. Learning the art of Adjustment When you are in India, one thing you cannot live without is adjustments! More often than not, you will end up having a roommate in your hostel. This means that you will have to adjust and manage each other’s quirks, personal space, etc. And in return, you will receive an everlasting friendship.
