The problem isn't remote work, the problem is the never ending productivity growth. Chances are, you've shaved at least 30-40 minutes a day of your commute. You

The problem isn't remote work, the problem is the never ending productivity growth. Chances are, you've shaved at least 30-40 minutes a day of your commute. You've probably let work gobble that up because even though it wasn't comped time, you still considered it work time so it wasn't too difficult to squeeze a little bit more in each day. Take that time back, go use it to go on a walk or exercise. You'll thank yourself. Prior to the pandemic I worked remote but in a location less obsessed with productivity. I had flexibility to exercise in the middle of the day most days when my energy levels topped out and I was in the best shape of my life. Fast forward to now and infinite demand always likes to pretend everyone is somehow behind and I too let my reclaimed commute time slide. I've recaptured it, started exercising regularly again, and already feel great. This culture that obsesses with productivity generation for someone else above all else isn't healthy.