By: Jamie Collins
Updated: Feb. 25, 2016
Originally Published: Sep. 25, 2010
For many moms working from home, life is a dream come true. No traffic jams, no office attire, and no distracting chitchat with coworkers. However, navigating this unique work-life balance isn’t always a walk in the park. Here are 19 myths that many work-at-home moms tell themselves, often with a chuckle (or a sigh):
- Just a quick work session, and then I’ll jump in the shower and get dressed.
- I can totally squeeze in a workout during my former commute time.
- The babysitter is definitely not rocking a fancier outfit than I am.
- It’s only 11 a.m., so I’ll take a fast break and then shower and dress.
- Preparing an elaborate lunch is totally justified since office workers often enjoy long lunch breaks.
- A quick nap won’t hurt, right? Just a minute to close my eyes.
- Staying up-to-date with all the blogs is essential for my job.
- No one will notice my unwashed hair on this video call.
- Merging work and home life is super efficient—whoops, just sent my shopping list to my boss!
- It’s acceptable to clock out at 3 p.m., just like office folks who chat at the water cooler.
- Okay, it’s 4 p.m.—I should’ve logged off an hour ago instead of scrolling through social media, but now I’m really going to wrap things up, shower, and change.
- I don’t require face-to-face interaction for my mental health; Facebook is more than enough.
- Sure, it feels like the walls are closing in, but I’ll power through and it’ll pass.
- It’s 4:30, and what’s the point of showering or changing now? Probably no one will notice.
- If I let my kid watch TV during this vital interview with an unreachably busy guy, surely nothing will go wrong.
- Honestly, hiding in the closet with my laptop and phone to muffle the kids’ screams is the new cozy.
- My team thinks I’m a “quiet genius” on conference calls; they can’t possibly know I’ve been muted for six years to mask my child’s antics.
- I am definitely not a hermit sporting witchy hair.
- Alright, I didn’t step outside today and I might be lacking vitamin D, but tomorrow for sure! Right after my shower and getting dressed.
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Summary
Being a work-at-home mom comes with its own set of challenges, often leading to a mix of humor and self-deception. While it may seem like a dream job, the reality includes juggling work, family, and the occasional chaotic moment. Despite the pitfalls, many moms find ways to adapt and thrive in their unique situations.