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That's most probably sheer laziness and stupidity.
Use a remote outlet which nobody else uses, and buy an extension cord. And make sure that you always use this to always make it easier to plug in than to unplug.
If the above fails, you can assume malice. But not before. People really are stupid. Source: Work in a lab or production environment where everything gets ignored if it is more convenient.
Have you tried talking to her about it? That would be the best place to start. If you live in a college dorm, your RA should be able to do something about this. If they can't, file a noise complaint with campus/local police. This is in their jurisdiction, and you are probably not the only one annoyed by her singing. You could also be passive-aggressive and buy her a book on learning to sing. If you have taken the calm conventional routes, multiple times, and it hasn't stopped, I suggest you get creative:
Record her singing. Post it to social media where she has an account. Tag her. Write a complaint about her in the accompanying text post.
OR
You could start a war of attrition. Play your music at what you think is an appropriate level, ideally when her music isn't playing. If she complains, turn up the volume. If she puts on her music, drown it out. If this doesn't break her, find music that you still like but that she would find more obnoxious and repeat the steps. If this still doesn't work, you might consider the nuclear option. I found this loop particularly annoying, but you know her better. You mentioned she likes Disney music. This is good, as it means she likely has several fandoms she loves, but more importantly, it means she has several fandoms that she hates. Find a 10 hour loop from one of them. Blast it at full volume whenever she blares her music. You could also go the route of blasting the most obnoxious, awkward porn you can find.
Still failing this, you could always move out as a last resort, but it would be pretty shitty to have to move out because of a bad roommate's easily fixable behavior.
Let us know how it goes, and good luck! ��
Traditional bedroom doorlocks have a pin hole so you can unlock them from the outside in case you accidentally lock yourself out.
I recommend these.
She's not entitled to use your things and her behavior to being denied your property is pretty scary. She seems dramatic about inconsequential things and dangerous in general if she's trying to physically assault people. Leaving the door unlocked is/was actively putting you in danger. I also wouldn't be surprised if she purposely slept with your friends to inconvenience you or hurt/get back at you for some imagined drama.
She's not your friend. Don't fall into that trap again. Don't add her back on social media, block her instead. She's selfish, has boundary issues, is prone to drama, and, worst of all, she's violent. Start video recording every single interaction you have with her, especially in situations like the one where she was calling you a bitch and trying to force her way into the room. If you need to seek legal action against her or call the police, having evidence is going to help you.
Unfortunately, you need to protect yourself from her until you can leave. Act nice, but be wary always. Don't move your stuff back into common areas, continue keeping it all in your room. Replace the screws that hold your door hinges to the frame with longer screws. Get a door security pole/bar or doorstop to keep her from forcing her way into your room. Start looking for a new place to live ASAP.
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Well if $16 is too much for you to get heat again, I’m sorry for your life situation then. hope things get better!
https://www.amazon.com/Jssmst-Small-Cash-Combination-Lock/dp/B0776NGX9Z
$13.95. A 4 number would be better because the aunt would probably have the time and determination to get the 3 number eventually. But OP could just change it pretty frequently.
The easiest way to avoid the perception of rudeness is to only use statements that you know are true and do not pass subjective judgement:
"Hey, this is will be a bit of an awkward conversation, but If I don't bring it up now, I think it will turn into a larger problem later. I seem to have a very strong sense of smell, so much so, that the scents you use for your air fresheners are causing me nausea. It seems that they are always on, even when you are not around (and your door is open). Would you mind only emitting the fresheners less/only at certain times of day? If you'd like, I can supply you with an outlet timer so that you can do this automatically. Like I said, this conversation is a bit weird, but its important that you understand how important this is to me: my nausea is not something I can just ignore."
If she balks (or says no):
"I understand where you are coming from, its never fun to be talked to about smells, but we will need to address this somehow. I may escalate this to <RA/authority/landlord> (if possible)."
^one like this. I can't sleep with earphones in either, but this really changed my life
She's being a massive cunt.
You and your GF should give her exactly what she gives you. Every time she pisses in yours, you and your GF should piss in hers. Ditto for every shit. If you're a guy, leave the seat up after each piss, but do not make a mess unless she does.
What kind of doorknob does the bathroom have? If it's the kind that lock but can be opened with a thumbnail or coin, switch to the kind that need a pen or knitting needle to unlock. Start locking the door when you leave. Keep what you need to open it nearby but out of sight.
If you feel like upgrading the revenge, prepare the bathroom for her arrival:
Get a couple rolls of the cheapest single-ply TP you can find. Unspool one and break every 3^rd perforation between squares. Leave only that roll in the bathroom.
Get a roll or two of pink TP. Unspool it and give it a thorough spritzing with pepper spray. (Heavy-duty garbage bag, put the bottle of spray in the bottom so you can use the bag as a glove when you hit the button, unspool the TP into the bag, tie the bag closed tightly, spray.) Let it marinate for a few days and put it back on the cardboard tube. (Color is to hide the pepper spray and so you and GF know not to use it.)
Put Icy-Hot on the rim of the underside of the lid so that she gets some on her hands. Hilarity ensues.
Mellow yellow. 'Nuff said.
A 50 pack of eco friendly 16oz bowls on Amazon for $12 https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01FR5C4KQ/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o03_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
Just rinse em out so they'll last longer and throw em away when they start to get too worn and ratchet looking. And if you get in a mood where you don't wanna wash a dish, you'll no longer have to stress about getting into an argument with your roommates about it. just toss it and go on about your day...that's also one less thing you'll have to pack when you move next month.
Unfortunately, you have no way of proving the damage was his fault (i.e., it's just your word against his), so uni and small claims court will be an uphill battle. That said, you should totally threaten him with these things because he's probably too dumb to spot a bluff.
How recently did you buy the Switch? And did you buy it with a credit card? You might be able to get it replaced under warranty.
Ugh I hate this. I had the super strong suspicion that my past roommates did this too, but we had keys to our bedrooms that the landlord didn't give us right away so all I had to do was ask. I saw someone in this subreddit suggest something like this, but I think it only works from the inside.
I live alone now and I have installed a battery powered lock with remote control to compensate the old one on the entrance door, but I had to drill holes to install it so I don't think it's what you're looking for
Fucking idiots.
Look into buying earplugs. They come in a variety of shapes and sizes where you're bound to find a brand that fits your ears comfortably for 9 hours. That will take care of any issues you have with sleep and concentration at least. Otherwise, use headphones to watch TV.
You can leave your bathroom items inside your bedroom so that she can't steal them from you and your roommates. That's what I did when I was living with roommates. I carried my shampoo and stuff with me to the bathroom every time. You can buy a little bag to put all your supplies in so its easy to carry it back and forth.
When she cleans the kitchen, I guess she wants you all to know that she's contributing and doing her part. You could all just have your own dishes, i guess and be responsible for only washing your items. For example, after you use your plate, you can wash it off immediately and then put it in your bedroom that way nobody else can touch it and you wont have to worry about anyone doing a sloppy job cleaning your stuff.
"Problems with food"
Well one option is getting a mini-fridge and putting it in your bedroom. That way she won't have any chance to steal your food from you. There's also something called "lockabox" that is a plastic case with a combination lock to store your food and stuff inside. You can buy it on amazon.com It's not very large so you won't be able to fit a lot of stuff inside it. https://www.amazon.com/Lockabox-Compact-hygienic-lockable-medicines/dp/B01KVKMGBE/
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"she says she won't have an answer until 2 weeks before the lease ends."
i'd just suggest for you to put an ad out for the apartment a month in advance and see what kind of responses you get. You don't have to wait the last 2 weeks to post an ad. Save all the names and contact info of the people that message you. You can always communicate to these people the situation so they know what's going on.
With the utility problem, if she doesn't want to pay utilities when she's gone then she should find a temporary subleaser to rent her room out during the time she's gone. That way they can pay for any bills instead of her.
Oh my God that is beyond disgusting! I work in healthcare so blood remaining anywhere is like the devil. I would flip out on her for sure. Plus, how in the hell did it get on the freaking wall?! That reminds me of the bathroom scene in Daddy Day Care with the kid being potty trained that simply 'missed'. As for removing the stain, you can try a baking soda/water paste mixture and gently rub it over the stain, or spray peroxide on it.
If you are worried about any sort of bloodborne pathogens (I would be) you can look into getting some healthcare grade disinfecting wipes. Clorox has ones called germicidal wipes that are hospital grade. After taking medical courses for several years (I went through the EMT program and am studying to become a nurse practitioner) I look at all human goo like it's contaminated with Hepatitis, HIV or AIDS. Also if you do end up cleaning it make sure you wear gloves, especially if you get the clorox wipes as they could dry out your hands. Hope this helps a little bit and I'm sorry your roommate is a beast.
Here's a link to them on our trusty Amazon lol:
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I had RMs that were adamantly against having locked doors in our house so I had to buy this for my door since it didnt have a lock. This it's a real sturdy device that requires a key to unlock. Comes with two small keys. For my door it was a bit bigger than the handle itself so it was a little loose, and there was a way that you could still open it by turning part of the handle closest to the door but that isnt exactly an obvious thing at first glance, and it was kind of difficult to do. Hope this helps.
Baited ant traps work wonders - you should look into that. You'll have a million ants making a trail to it, bringing the poison back to their colony for a couple days. But eventually it will kill all of them.
Gross but super satisfying to watch ;)
They're not too expensive. You can get a twelve pack and probably be covered for outbreaks for the rest of your lease. Make your roommates pay or just suck it up and be the hero.
Of course, if there's other food available for them, they may ignore the trap. So make sure the rest of the kitchen is clean first.
https://www.amazon.com/TERRO-T300B-2-Pack-Liquid-Baits/dp/B00E4GACB8/
Hear me out here. I’m not trying to sell you on religion or a way of life, but The Satanic Bible is a pretty interesting read. There’s nothing to believe in and it only costs $10 on Amazon. How would your roommate react to seeing this in the house?
That's a good idea, just ordered one. Got a one that's a bit sturdier since some of the reviews said that one was flimsy and easily broken into. Thanks for the suggestion.
lol most definitely not a minimalist either😂 my closet too is full to the brim with more under the bed so i feel you there lol. if possible vertical storage like i said may help but i totally feel you if not as my room has reached it’s quota on things i can fit in here haha.
as for the litter box, i was thinking something like this or this, that way if your cat kicks the litter it is in an enclosed space and the exit area has a scratch board which can catch extra litter.
also, i do indeed go to tamu so gig em!!! my boyfriend is from the dfw area so i visit frequently and it is lovely there :)
finally, i just saw you’re open to petty revenge and i had an idea. next time andrew has food or alcohol i highly suggest you find the time to eat/drink it before him and leave it in the recycling. if he asks just tell him you’re going to replace it soon and never do! he deserves a taste of his own medicine, i think the alcohol would really hit him where it hurts lol.
hopefully some of this helps, but either way you’re free to PM me and vent if ever needed, i have my own bad roommate and am happy to share stories :)
lockable fridge container what I had to do
Hey OP, I take care of an octogenarian and she likes it way too warm for me (we had to lock her out of the thermostat or this place would be feckin' 80 degrees). I don't have the same health conditions as you, but I prefer to keep the thermostat cold in the winter, my ideal temperature is 62 during the day and as low as 58 at night. (We should be roommates, j/k but I'm fine with cold). We aren't mean to mil and it's an uncomfortable 70 plus now, she has a space heater..I do actually have skin problems from the heat, but it's not life threatening at least.
Anyway the main point, I have been running an a/c all year long in my room in upstate New York, we usually put it on dehumidify in the winter, though I'm not convinced the decompressor isn't working. So far it's held up, we bought it in March of 2020 and it is basically always running. If you get a snow day it needs to be turned off and covered so it doesn't fill up with snow, (I learned this the hard way)....but honestly you're roommate sucks. Hope you find a new one, that said just wanted to throw this info you're way in case it helps.
Here's a link to the a/c I have. https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07MGRQRHZ/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1
Don't pussyfoot around the issue. Be as blunt as a baseball bat when getting your point across. Remind them that they are your roommate, not your puppy.
Tell them that your bedroom is off limit unless it's an actual life-or-death emergency.
Get a heavy duty wedge or a security bar to hold your door closed when you want privacy. If you need the door open for ventilation, get someone to cut a chunk of 2x4 so your door can be "open" yet secured with the wedge/bar.
Is it actually an indoor grill? Because if it's an outdoor grill, like the ones that use propane, butane or charcoal, you need to put a stop to it immediately. All three of those emit carbon monoxide and you could be dead before you even realize there's a problem. Plus, they get hot as shit and they're an extreme fire hazard. (Even if a butane grill is meant to be used indoors, you still need to vent it properly so you're not inhaling butane and CO.)
If it's really an indoor grill, it's not really much different than using a Foreman grill or hotplate in a dorm room. An indoor grill could still cause a fire, though, so make sure he's got one of those portable kitchen fire extinguishers (like this one) in his room. Make sure you both read the instructions so you already know how to use it if there's a fire. The one I linked just uses a push button, but if you get a more complicated one you don't want to be reading instructions while stuff is burning. Better safe than sorry!
I was about to post, get some Liquid Ass and spray it nearby when you see her coming, if that won't keep her away...
You could buy a portable door lock like This.
1) get a water spray bottle. When the cat jumps on the table, squirt it. They get trained in no time.
2) "Hey, I noticed cat's nails were really long. I hear that these clippers work really well. Also, while we're talking about the cat, I found out there is going to be a spay clinic..."(insert details for your area). <note to OP--getting the cat spayed is not going to stop the assault on the rabbits, but it will save you from the annoying howling that's going to start when the cat goes into heat>. "Oh, and one more thing--it's not very nice having the smell of a litter box in our living room for us or guests. Can you please move it to your room?
3) Next time you're working and the cat jumps up, pick her up, put her into your roommate's room and close the door. If roommate says anything just say, "Sorry--she was bothering my work calls".
Just be polite but assertive. You can do this!
They have the anywhere locks for when your traveling so should work no matter what kind of door you have. This one even comes with an alarm.
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looked it up and its a hair strainer that goes into the drain.
I dont have one of those but I do use one of these and they work great.
I got them gifted off of Amazon so it took a while to look up, sorry for the delayed response!
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>I'm paranoid because she's manipulative, that she'll spike my food or something whilst I'm gone as she's manipulative and seems the type.
If you really believe that she would poison your food or do something weird to it then you should definitely get a mini-fridge for your bedroom and put your food in there where she can't get to it. If there's no room for a mini-fridge, you could buy lock box for your food. It has a combination code so nobody can get inside unless of course they break the box but at least then you'll know for sure that they did something to your food. https://www.amazon.com/Lockabox-Compact-hygienic-lockable-medicines/dp/B01KVKMGBE
I thought, surely they must make something to dampen the noise…. They do! Here’s just the first result. Wait til she’s gone and put these on. 😂 She’s probably going to be so unsatisfied next time she slams.. and if she takes them down, you know she’s just being a petulant child and doing it for attention. (Ok, you probably know this anyway, but….). Also, I would HATE it if someone kept slamming doors!
Yep, sounds like a clog. Clearing them is absolutely disgusting even when it's just stray hair, soap residue and toothpaste goo. Those can reek too, so there's not even necessarily blood in there.
Get some of these: https://www.amazon.com/Drain-Snake-Remover-Flexible-Plastic/dp/B072C257NC
Flip a coin or make the person with longer hair do it, whatever seems fair.
yea the bin has a lid on it, thinking of buying these bags and leaving them in the bathroom hopeing she will get the hint... what do you think?
Since it doesn't sound like your roommate is going to change her mind about the temperature, have you considered maybe getting a portable heater for your room?
Something like this for example https://www.amazon.com/GiveBest-Portable-Electric-Certified-Thermostat/dp/B07XRQ7GHJ
Would it be possible to have her stick some foam tape on the door frames. She will still be able to close her door just fine but it won't slam as loud. It costs round $10 and works wonder.
I've been in this situation. Unfortunately you seem to be doing everything you really can in this situation. Outside of continuing to talk to your RA (or if there is anyone above them, we had proctors in my dorms). As another mentioned, you might be able to mitigate smells using air freshener (baking soda is a great idea in general for close spaces). When I worked in detailing we used something called Ozium to get really tough scents out. I like this stuff because it's supposed to actually bind to particulate matter, not just cover up the smell.
I can only give advice regarding shitty roommates (as I haven't dealt with family members).
Tell the parents that her behavior is unacceptable and that you want to have a lock on your door. If that is too extreme for them, then get a footlocker and padlock it, and keep all your valuables (even shampoo) in there.
This works. I had scumbag roommates that ruined dishes and ate my food/used my stuff, and I locked them all in a cabinet and in my room.
Here's a cheap one and you could get a tiny cheap lock to put in the zipper. They're out there for cheaper too.
Good luck, this is a shitty situation.
i did that once to my own straw cleaner and was devastated.
idk if they didnt think it would happen, like i did. may have been an accident. send them this link: https://www.amazon.com/Bundles-Pipe-Cleaners-Bristle-Count/dp/B000W5R6UA
Earplugs, my friend. I've used these for years of roommate life. The trick is to roll them in your fingers until it's about as thin as a pencil, then pull up and back from the top of your ear as you insert it.
They have a point (hassle to always have to clean a tub an animal nested in before using it for a bath) but the nasty tone was unnecessary. Could be the annoyance bottled up to this point. Talk it out. And easypeasy, get a tub cover like this.
That said, you're a great roomie wrt cleanliness. I hope they actually notice your mentioned acts of consideration to appreciate it (hard to appreciate it when one's oblivious to it or you deep clean when they're out), and that they themselves are good roomies apart from this issue.
I highly recommend getting a lock to keep crazy chick out. I'm going to take a guess and assume you can't change the knob to a keyed entry, so here's a link for one that doesn't require changing a lock.
Home Security Door Lock, VIRIDI Portable Travel Doorlocks for Airbnb Hotel Room Bedroom Add Extra Safety Privacy Solid Removable No Drill Door Jammer Latch for House Apartment School Selfdefense Item https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08CKXH579/ref=cm_sw_r_apan_glt_fabc_NAFJJH46BTY63KN112VA?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1
Hope this helps to give you a little peace of mind while trying to get out of there.
This is just for your sinuses, have you tried the vicks inhalers? they're supposed to be really good, they worked well for me, along with using regular sinus rinses. If you get sinus infections regularly, a tip is to use rinses when you don't have a sinus infection or major congestion, as they are preventative, not treatment. Otherwise a good sinus spray (like otrivin) is great for everyday use (anecdotally)
I would suggest finding some sleep aides to help keep yourself asleep. I used to have a loud, nocturnal roommate, so I learned some tricks.
Get a white noise machine, if you can afford it. This is the one I have, only $34 on Amazon. It's simple and it works. Way better to have the sound of blowing wind next to my head instead of hearing my roommate's TV down the hall. It's worth saving up the $34 for.
Try sleep medication. A simple way to do this is to take night time pain killers before bed. They will knock you out pretty good, and keep you knocked out. Just be careful to take them in moderation; you can become dependent on them. If you don't want to risk that, try taking melatonin pills. Melatonin is the chemical produced by your brain that makes you fall asleep. So taking it in pill form is less of a deal than pain killers. They're not as effective at keeping you asleep, but they're worth a try.
Yes it is a self cleaning little box it scoops it to the side to keep it out of the way. The one I have you still have to scoop it but at least kitty doesn’t have to step in it. https://www.amazon.com/PetSafe-ScoopFree-Self-
Cleaning-Automatic-Disposable/dp/B000XSC8R2/ref=asc_df_B000XSC8R2/?tag=hyprod-20&linkCode=df0&hvadid=167144421804&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=7019349059981262957&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=m&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9001880&hvtargid=pla-318256324452&psc=1
I don’t mind disclosing at all. I take 21st Century Slow Release Iron 45 mg. I’ve tried many other brands, but this is the only one that doesn’t upset my stomach or make me constipated. I’ve had so much energy since taking it. Anemia is gone. Link on amazon if you want to buy: https://www.amazon.com/21st-Century-Release-Tablets-Count/dp/B00582WT6I
Get a little lock box with a combination lock off Amazon. That’s what I did with my medications. Vaultz is a really good brand and cheap!
Something like this: https://www.amazon.com/Vaultz-Locking-Personal-Security-VZ00102-2/dp/B004Q86PNI/ref=mp_s_a_1_3?keywords=combination+lock+storage+box&qid=1572362658&s=office-products&sr=1-3
https://smile.amazon.com/dp/B00186URTY/
These work well, although the door wedge idea is probably cheaper. BUT if she realizes you've wedged it she can potentially stick something under the door to unlodge the wedge.
Traditional bidets that don't have a handheld attachment do cause more UTIs, mostly because of the positioning (back-to-front), but bidets have come a long way! Most of them have handheld attachments and two different sprays -- one in the front of the bowl, and one in the back. These bidets actually decrease the likeliness of UTI because it rinses away any fecal matter/urine that is left behind (toilet paper) or spread around (wet wipes).
If you're looking for a more portable or cheap alternative, these refillable plastic bottles with retracting nozzle may be a good choice if your sink is big enough and close to the toilet.
I feel like this is how the majority of people live. I am very tidy and hate things cluttered around the sink and on counters. I have only lived with 2 other people who are as tidy as I am. Most people throw their (nasty) purses on the counter and their keys and then prep food right on the very same counter without a second though. Purses and keys are the germy-est things that most people own.
You should get a little entry way cubby system by your door. Those shoe racks with wooden cubby squares are great for this! Have hooks on the wall over it for people to hang their purses. Have a little basket or smaller hook for keys. You can even get those little pop up baskets for each person and set them on top of the cubby for loose items. We do this in my house and it works great and has kept our counters mostly clear! Something like this. You can turn it on its side too and make it more like a "bench." https://smile.amazon.com/Whitmor-3-Cube-Organizer-White/dp/B079QHM7KQ/ref=sr_1_18?dchild=1&keywords=cubby&qid=1598364801&sr=8-18 And they have similar things at Wal Mart and Target even cheaper!
This cleaner worked wonders for me after trying like 3-4 different ones and being disappointed. It smells pretty strong, but it goes away after a few hours.
Hi! I'm in the UK and not sure where you're from so it might come up in £ and not whatever currency you have but here is a link from amazon to some, they're super easy to use and you can use them in cars and stuff too! https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B06XW17WYC/ref=cm_sw_r_apa_i_xC3AEb9G9GP1C
I'm excited to tell you what worked for me. I bought this
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Which is like a door soundproof/weather proof insulator thing. And I got a small fan. Use both, and the sound will be gone. It has been working wonderful for me. My roommate plays her gangsta rap music super loud and talks on the phone like no tomorrow, but this rly helped me!
yeah! like this? but for the tub. They make plastic ones with big holes too but those seem to have mixed reviews about trapping hair
I have a sleep disorder and am sensitive to light. The way my bedroom is set up puts me under a skylight as well. (Great at night for stars, terrible past dawn. haha.)
This is the eyemask I have. It is comfortable and molds to my face, but it is thick as hell and no light gets through. You can't change the inconsiderate roomie, but at least something like that might help. :)
These are the ones I use: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00IL9MRK8/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o02_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
How are you putting yours in? There is a trick to help them fit well and stay in. You roll the end of the plug between your fingers until it is pretty much a pin. Tilt your head to the opposite side and pull up your ear. (tilt head to left and pull right ear towards opposite side. Then insert the earplug and press it into your ear for a few seconds and then let it expand back up.
I have a full mosquito outfit. Mesh pants, mesh jacket that cinches at the wrist and has a full face covering that can zip open. Only problem is where it rests against your skin. Helps to wear something bulky but lightweight underneath. I pull my hands inside and tighten if I don't feel like wearing gloves.
The hostility isn't normal imo but if everything else is ok the healthiest thing might be at this point to just accept it's a shitty quirk that you learn to live with. See me other comment, I have a roommate who slams too. It's SUPER disruptive and anxiety provoking but it also is worse the more you pay attention to it. It becomes almost Pavlovian, you hear the slamming or crashing around and automatically think "what did I do to upset them now?"
Not much can be done, one thing that kind of helped me was I bought some of these cheap door bumpers https://www.amazon.com/Stopper-Bumpers-Self-adhesive-Protectors-Prevent/dp/B06XPCLNP1 you can get them at any hardware store or Walgreens for less than $10 and I stuck them on the edges of the door and inside where the doorknob clicks into the wall. It's not a miracle, it doesn't muffle them MUCH, but it has made a slight difference. My roommate hasn't noticed. I think it's mostly a psychological comfort at this point, like I at least have some little bit of control over his tantrums.
I also started wearing foam earplugs during times when I need silence like working (from home) or sleeping and I know they're pissed about something, so then I'm not on edge wondering when their slamming will stop.
They're basically being an overgrown toddler, stomping around because they're mad over whatever and don't know how to express their feelings in a productive way. But it could be worse, like others have said here. It's a manageable annoyance.
are they painted? you could do something like this and hide the thing to unlock it: https://www.amazon.com/Linkax-Magnetic-Locks-Cabinet-Safety/dp/B071HL6S4W/ref=sr_1_1_sspa?ie=UTF8&qid=1505768367&sr=8-1-spons&keywords=cabinet+lock&psc=1
I use [this] in my kitchen to watch my roommates. It's a bit expensive, but I love it. It has audio, a microphone to talk through, and night vision. First 3 hours and I caught one of the roommates eating my food. (https://www.amazon.com/dp/B06XTNXTV1/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_icMGzbBPX5MH2)
I'm a fit of petty, I researched lock boxes for control of the electronics. It locks the cord then you have to use a PIN to log into your allotted time. The master sets the time limits for all users. In my very limited free time I want to watch my shows. The responsible adults in the house are only home for 7 hours between our 12-16 hour shifts. There is NO REASON for her to waste our precious time with YouTube.
https://www.amazon.com/BOB-Screen-Manager-Manage-Video/dp/B000GU78UY
Being polite and responding to a casual greeting like 'How are you?' is FAR from an invitation for him to start aggressively hitting on you (or soliciting you for prositution), especially when you have already rejected him quite blatantly on many other occasions. Don't be afraid to be more direct with him, firmly tell him in no uncertain terms that you are not and will never be interested in him. Is there any way for you to get out of there and into a different place? If not, maybe you can talk to your landlord about having him removed? Regardless, you should invest in some kind of door lock ASAP- they are fairly easy to install yourself. This could be another good option.
Have you considered something like this:
This way, he can cool off him room before he gets home from work and it isn't on and wasteful all day.
That being said, he should just flip it on when he gets home, like a normal person.