My commute was a nightmare, and one that cannot be solved by moving closer to the office without paying extraordinarily higher costs. Or accepting significantly

My commute was a nightmare, and one that cannot be solved by moving closer to the office without paying extraordinarily higher costs. Or accepting significantly reduced living conditions. Or relocating to an entirely different city/region with different commute patterns (this is something under consideration). While I'm not expected to work after hours, I find myself doing so. However I don't mind at all. Not having to commute more than makes up for it. In fact, if I'd be allowed to work remotely, I'd gladly work extra hours. I see that as a win-win. I don't have to waste time and energy commuting - I arrive at the office already exhausted. That wasted time and energy can benefit my employer if I spend it on working - not just in time, but in efficiency too. That's an additional 2, often 3, hours not wasted every workday.