I have more experience working remote than in an office, and I'm deeply introverted, so I may not be the best person to ask. I wouldn't say that working remote

I have more experience working remote than in an office, and I'm deeply introverted, so I may not be the best person to ask. I wouldn't say that working remotely for long periods has affected mt social skills. However, when I work remote, I socialize much differently than I do when I work in an office. When I work in an office, all of my 'new kid in town' habits kick in. So I make a point of sitting as close to the kitchen space as possible, listen actively to find instant common ground, and make a point to make eye contact with as many people as possible. So, when I'm in an office, it's easy to have quick 5-10 minute conversations to refill the old social jug and get back to work. When I work remote, it's harder to form those kinds of bonds with my coworkers. I've made some wonderful friends working remotely, but it's amazing how powerful sitting in a central space, active face-to-face listening and eye contact are, so I don't get to form the same types of relationships. Instead, I have to make a point to go out and do social things. If I don't actively work to refill my social jug, I get intensely lonely. Of the two, I prefer working remote because honestly, I get the chance to build deeper friendships.