| I agree that all of these stated problems are real (definitely are for me). But I definitely DO understand what's lost and I'm happy with the trade for what I have gained. RTO vs WFH takes like this are silly and obvious. Yeah, there are downsides to WFH. Do people not realize this through their own introspection? At least for me it has been very obvious that there are negatives to WFH. Realizing this and knowing how to compensate/counteract makes it ok (or great). - Block time or just go outside for a walk without a screen. If you were WFO this would be a coffee or lunch break. I know I had at least 2 a day. Minimum 30 mins. Not to mention walks to/from the bathroom, or meetings, and chats in between. I forgot how much BS we did in the office. It literally wasn't "butts in seats" from 9-5. No need to feel guilty about walking around the block or house several times a day. - Close your laptop and stop answering messages when you're done working for the day. If this were WFO, you'd be missing your train and dinner with the family. Boss got a problem with that? Maybe he's a shit boss, maybe the company WLB is trash, or maybe you actually desire something more cushy and coast-able. As long as I am getting my work done and doing a good job, I will defend that boundary at any cost. If it doesn't work out, so be it. - Feeling socially disconnected? Good! Use the time you aren't spending at lame social event venues to lean into the relationships you already have, or forge new ones via community forums and events. Text an old friend, make a plan to meet up, or plan a vacation. - Take sick days for mental health. This is a crucial part of your health. Also take them for physical health. Back pain, headache, diarrhea. Just because you're at home doesn't mean these things can't wreck your focus. Don't be afraid to use that benefit. |