Work-from-home moms often enjoy certain perks—no commuting, comfy clothes, and the absence of distracting office chatter. Yet, this lifestyle comes with its own set of hurdles that we sometimes prefer to gloss over. Here are 19 common misconceptions that many work-from-home moms might find themselves believing:
- I’ll finish a bit of work, then I’ll have time for a shower and to get dressed.
- The time saved from commuting can be dedicated to exercising.
- The babysitter’s outfit is barely better than my own.
- It’s only 11 a.m.; I’ll take a quick break and then shower and dress.
- Creating a fancy lunch with a dessert is justified since office workers often dine out.
- A quick nap will recharge me.
- Staying updated on blogs is crucial for my work relevance.
- No one will notice my unkempt hair during this video call.
- Blending work and home life is efficient; oh no, I just sent a personal order to my boss!
- Leaving work at 3 p.m. is acceptable; office workers chat at the water cooler anyway.
- Sure, I should have logged off earlier, but now I’ll really shut down the computer and clean up.
- I don’t need face-to-face interaction for good mental health; social media is just as good.
- Yes, the walls feel like they’re closing in, but keeping busy will help.
- It’s 4:30 now; there’s no point in getting ready, and likely nobody will notice.
- If I set my kid up with a show during this important call, they’ll be fine—what could go wrong?
- Finding a cozy spot in the closet with my laptop is actually quite nice, even if it muffles my kids’ cries.
- My colleagues surely see me as the thoughtful contributor in meetings; they’d never guess I’ve been muted for years to hide kids’ noises.
- I definitely do not look like a recluse with messy hair.
- Okay, I might not have stepped outside today and may be lacking vitamin D, but tomorrow will be different—right after I shower and dress.
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In summary, while work-from-home moms enjoy flexibility, it’s easy to fall into the trap of self-deception about productivity and self-care. Recognizing these fallacies can lead to improved work-life balance and personal well-being.