What Is Stressful About Working at Home?

What Is Stressful About Working at Home?

• By Staff Writer

What Is Stressful About Working at Home?

Some people are surprised by the stress they feel once the novelty of working from home wears off and challenges become more evident. While these stressors may not be the same as long commute times or the feeling of never being alone, they can still take a toll.

According to research, those who work from home tend to report high levels of stress

• 41% of employees who more often worked from home vs. on-site considered themselves highly stressed, compared to 25% of those who worked only on-site.
• 42% of those who work from home report frequent night waking, while only 29% of office workers reported the same.
• Employees who work from home may experience more of a blur when it comes to work and personal life boundaries, especially with the use of smart devices.
• Work-from-home employees may struggle more with the concept of unplugging and ending their work day compared to those who work in an office setting.

Here are some of the common sources of stress that many work-at-homers face.

Lack of Structure

When working from home, you may feel a true lack of structure. You may struggle with getting your day going, formally ending your day, and taking time for yourself for breaks and lunch. This can throw off your work-life balance.

Too Many Distractions

When working from home, you may experience distractions and interruptions throughout your day. Some distractions may include:

• Receiving deliveries
• Getting non-work related calls and texts
• Spending time on social media
• Watching television
• Caring for pets
• Dealing with neighborhood sounds (gardeners, trash trucks, etc.)

At home, you have creature comforts that can be tempting to indulge in. For instance, if you have a discouraging interaction with a client or management, in an office setting you just have to roll with it and get on with your workday. If you work from home, you can actually withdraw and go play video games until you feel better.

Difficulty Setting Boundaries

When working from home, you may experience challenges setting boundaries with people who forget that working from home is still working. Family members, friends, and neighbors may ask you for help or to engage with them during your working hours. You may even experience some frustration on their end if you note that you are unavailable.

Social Isolation

Those who work at home may find that solitude can be a double-edged sword. Research suggests that social isolation can impact motivation in the working environment. This implies that it can be beneficial to have some level of social interaction during the workday, especially in high-intensity work situations where productivity trends downward the more isolated an individual is.

Less Physical Exertion

When working from home, you may find yourself getting less exercise than you would in an office setting. Lack of exercise can affect your sleep quality and overall mental health. If you're less active during the day, you might not be as tired at night. You may have trouble sleeping and your work may suffer the next day.

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