[jes5199]

> Isn't the isolation during the working hours hard on you?

I worked in an office for the last several years, and finally just being around people all day every day just got unbearable.

I've been working from home for the last few months, and having 8 hours completely alone every weekday is wonderful.

And my coworkers skype and chat so I get low-grade social interaction.

So I guess that's the answer: for some people being around others is more stressful than being alone.