I thought remote work would make my life softer. Turns out, I still struggle with rest.Inspired by With Love, Meghan, I’m reflecting on the soft life, remote work, and why so many of us feel guilty for choosing ease.
Great article... I was working remotely before it became cool. 😉 Let me explain. My first real job out of college was working as a Territory Sales Manager for a manufacturer of automotive parts. I lived in the middle of the area that I was responsible for and my office was in my home. As was the same for my boss and co-workers. This was 1987 to 1998. I had to learn to kick myself out the door to go see customers and not get caught up the web of overplanning. However, I did get caught up in the web of overworking... because you never really leave the office. Now that I work for myself (from home) and I love what I do, I still suffer from working long hours. Not because of some crazy drive to be successful or rich (ain't gonna happen being a teacher) but because I LOVE IT.
Thanks for the kind words, John. Ow wow, you were really a pioneer in remote work! What really stands out to me in your comment is that no matter how much time passes, we still see these same issues again and again. There will always be the need for rest and boundary setting. I love that you have found something that energizes you. I am on the way to doing the same!
Great article... I was working remotely before it became cool. 😉 Let me explain. My first real job out of college was working as a Territory Sales Manager for a manufacturer of automotive parts. I lived in the middle of the area that I was responsible for and my office was in my home. As was the same for my boss and co-workers. This was 1987 to 1998. I had to learn to kick myself out the door to go see customers and not get caught up the web of overplanning. However, I did get caught up in the web of overworking... because you never really leave the office. Now that I work for myself (from home) and I love what I do, I still suffer from working long hours. Not because of some crazy drive to be successful or rich (ain't gonna happen being a teacher) but because I LOVE IT.
Thanks for the kind words, John. Ow wow, you were really a pioneer in remote work! What really stands out to me in your comment is that no matter how much time passes, we still see these same issues again and again. There will always be the need for rest and boundary setting. I love that you have found something that energizes you. I am on the way to doing the same!