Thread by @fairboyruns, I have seen, heard and read lots about working from home so [...]

I have seen, heard and read lots about working from home so I just thought I would offer my own personal experience

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Without a daily commute, I have more time to exercise, from morning runs to lunchtime or evening walks, which means I feel much better about myself physically and mentally https://www.theguardian.com/lifeandstyle/2019/mar/04/moving-the-body-boosting-the-mind-running-your-way-to-better-mental-health">https://www.theguardian.com/lifeandst...

Moving the body, boosting the mind: running your way to better mental health

As little as 10 minutes of regular exercise can help alleviate depression. But even professionals don’t always make the link between mental and physical health. One convert explains how it helped her

https://www.theguardian.com/lifeandstyle/2019/mar/04/moving-the-body-boosting-the-mind-running-your-way-to-better-mental-health

I& #39;m much happier as I have time to see my friends and spend quality time with my wife & family

This means as well as exercise and being outside, my anxiety levels are greatly reduced

I have a much better work-life balance and more time for mindfulness activities like reading

The resulting lower stress levels mean I& #39;m improving my health by getting more (better quality) sleep

Sleep is something which we all know is so important for preventing tons of acute and chronic health complications https://www.theguardian.com/lifeandstyle/2017/sep/24/why-lack-of-sleep-health-worst-enemy-matthew-walker-why-we-sleep">https://www.theguardian.com/lifeandst...

'Sleep should be prescribed': what those late nights out could be costing you

Leading neuroscientist Matthew Walker on why sleep deprivation is increasing our risk of cancer, heart attack and Alzheimer’s – and what you can do about it

https://www.theguardian.com/lifeandstyle/2017/sep/24/why-lack-of-sleep-health-worst-enemy-matthew-walker-why-we-sleep

All of this means that when I am working, I& #39;m far more productive because I start my day feeling more positive and refreshed

A clear-head and post-exercise endorphins mean I can be more creative https://www.telegraph.co.uk/business/2020/09/17/working-home-just-efficient-office-employers-say/">https://www.telegraph.co.uk/business/...

Working from home just as efficient as being in the office, employers say

More than half of workers expect they will never return to working five days a week in the office

https://www.telegraph.co.uk/business/2020/09/17/working-home-just-efficient-office-employers-say/

I& #39;m more efficient at work because I& #39;m able to concentrate without distractions

There is tons of evidence supporting why the right working environment is important for introverts https://www.theguardian.com/lifeandstyle/2020/may/02/for-introverts-lockdown-is-a-chance-to-play-to-our-strengths">https://www.theguardian.com/lifeandst...

For introverts, lockdown is a chance to play to our strengths

Time to think and be creative, and without too much socialising, is an introvert’s ideal environment. We talk to some of the people thriving under lockdown

https://www.theguardian.com/lifeandstyle/2020/may/02/for-introverts-lockdown-is-a-chance-to-play-to-our-strengths

As well as gaining back two hours in my day to rest and prepare healthier meals, not having to commute on a packed-bus in rush hour traffic means I& #39;m also doing less damage to the environment

With the money saved from not commuting, my wife and I have been able to afford to buy a house instead of paying extortionate London rent for a one-bedroom flat

We& #39;re also able to support the local economy by shopping locally with independent shops and cafes

There is a perception that working from home means being lazy, taking naps, spending all-day doing chores, watching TV and just general all-round slacking

Sadly I’m sure that does happen in some cases!

Change can be scary, I understand that makes people uncomfortable

But to make sweeping generalisations and dismiss working from home as a viable long-term option for some feels like a huge missed opportunity for us as a country https://www.bbc.com/worklife/article/20190807-why-finland-leads-the-world-in-flexible-work">https://www.bbc.com/worklife/...

Why Finland leads the world in flexible work

The Nordic nation has embraced agile hours for decades. It’s a style of work well suited to the country’s deep-rooted culture of trust, equality and pragmatism.

https://www.bbc.com/worklife/article/20190807-why-finland-leads-the-world-in-flexible-work

This is obviously a first-world problem and I recognise I& #39;m in a fortunate position to be able to work from home

I totally understand not all office workers have the space, the home environment or family circumstances to do so effectively

I also get working from home does not suit those who thrive on the buzz of a busy open-plan office

There are clearly economic consequences for these changing working habits, like redundancies at places like Pret, which is obviously problematic

But it is only fair to balance that with the positive impact on the environment, local economies, social issues and public health from improved physical and mental health and wellbeing https://www.ft.com/content/d8eb62ef-a1cb-4597-867b-15a79dbdcd5d">https://www.ft.com/content/d...

Goodbye to the ‘Pret economy’ and good luck to whatever replaces it

Cities will not die — their benefits could become more diffuse, with well-paid workers spread into the rest of the country

https://www.ft.com/content/d8eb62ef-a1cb-4597-867b-15a79dbdcd5d

Whatever your own personal situation or opinion, what is clear is this lockdown experience has given people a taste of “another way”

Ever-improving technological solutions means things are not going to return to “normal” once (if) this pandemic ever ends https://yougov.co.uk/topics/economy/articles-reports/2020/09/22/most-workers-want-work-home-after-covid-19">https://yougov.co.uk/topics/ec...

Most workers want to work from home after COVID-19 | YouGov

Fewer than four in ten want to leave their house to go to work

https://yougov.co.uk/topics/economy/articles-reports/2020/09/22/most-workers-want-work-home-after-covid-19

Whatever your views, I respect your opinion. We are all dealing with this crisis in different ways.

The point of this thread is to simply offer the other side of the discussion.

Stay safe and thanks for reading.

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