I think you make some valid points for some people, but I think you may be overlooking the fact that for some, the social connections made at work can be very v

I think you make some valid points for some people, but I think you may be overlooking the fact that for some, the social connections made at work can be very valuable. Especially for people who recently move to a new area, "work friends" can be as valuable as other social groups. I go to the office to socialize. Its not my primary reason of course, but I value the conversations I have over lunch, and we often take time to play games after work or get involved in sports as a bonding experience. To dismiss the social aspects of office work is going a bit too far. I accept though that many people feel like you do in this case. I just want to point out that many people may value the things that you do not.