For work-at-home moms, life can seem pretty great. No commuting, comfy clothes, and the absence of chatty coworkers. However, the challenges are very real, and we often face them in our own unique ways. Here are 19 misconceptions that many work-at-home mothers find themselves believing.
- I’ll finish a bit of work and then reward myself with a shower and getting dressed.
- I can totally use my commuting time for exercise instead.
- The babysitter isn’t dressed any more formally than I am.
- It’s only 11 a.m. A quick break now, and then I’ll shower and get ready.
- Making an elaborate lunch and dessert is totally fine since office workers enjoy long lunch breaks too.
- Just a quick nap with my eyes closed… that’s not so bad, right?
- Staying updated on blogs is crucial for my work, so it’s not a waste of time.
- No one will notice how unkempt my hair looks during this Skype meeting.
- Blending work and home life is efficient. Oh no, I just ordered diapers for my boss!
- Stopping at 3 p.m. is acceptable; office workers waste time at the water cooler anyway.
- It’s already 4 p.m. Yes, I should’ve logged off an hour ago, but I swear I’ll do it right after this.
- I don’t need real human interaction; Facebook can substitute just fine.
- Sure, it feels like I’m trapped, but if I keep working, that sensation will fade.
- It’s now 4:30. A shower or getting dressed seems pointless, but I doubt anyone will notice.
- If I let my kid watch TV while I talk to this guy who can only meet now, he won’t get hurt or scream, right?
- Hiding in the closet with my laptop is surprisingly cozy, even with the kids banging on the door.
- My colleagues think I’m a thoughtful contributor on calls. No one could possibly know I’ve muted myself to drown out a child’s train noises.
- I am not a recluse with messy hair, I swear!
- Okay, I didn’t venture outside today, and I may be missing out on vitamin D, but tomorrow I’ll definitely go outside—right after I shower and get dressed.
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