- 23.06.2025
Living Without Personal Space: The Realities of Crowded Homes and Dorm Life
What’s at the heart of all these experiences is a deeply human need: the desire for autonomy and the right to our own personal identity. Wanting your own space, a say in your day, and your own spot in the world isn’t just a “nice-to-have”—it’s a real, fundamental part of well-being. Think of autonomy as the invisible skeleton holding up the rest of you; without it, you might still function, but everything feels a lot flimsier. This need isn’t about being selfish. It’s about being genuine—being able to make choices based on your own hopes, values, or even your preferred pizza toppings (because let’s face it, not everyone worships pineapple).