Working from home as a mom can seem like a dream come true. No daily commute, comfy clothes, and the flexibility to manage your schedule. Yet, it comes with its own set of hurdles that we navigate—mostly with a few fibs we tell ourselves. Here’s a light-hearted look at 19 common lies work-at-home moms tell themselves:
- I’ll squeeze in a bit of work, then treat myself to a shower and a proper outfit.
- That time I saved by not commuting? Perfect for fitting in a workout!
- The babysitter isn’t dressed any fancier than I am.
- It’s only 11 a.m., a quick break won’t hurt; I’ll shower and dress afterward.
- Preparing an elaborate lunch, complete with dessert, is totally justifiable—office workers enjoy long lunches, right?
- A quick nap sounds nice; I’ll just rest my eyes for a minute.
- Staying updated on all the latest blogs is crucial for my professional growth.
- No one will notice my unkempt hair during this Skype meeting.
- Blending work and home life is efficient! Oops, I just sent my grocery order to my boss.
- Wrapping up at 3 p.m. is fine; office workers spend hours chatting by the water cooler.
- Sure, it’s 4 p.m., and I should have logged off an hour ago instead of scrolling through Facebook, but now I’m really going to shut it down, shower, and get dressed.
- Face-to-face interactions aren’t necessary for my mental health; Facebook will do just fine.
- Yes, it feels like the walls are closing in, but if I keep working, it’ll pass, right?
- At 4:30, why bother showering or changing? No one will notice anyway.
- If I let my kid watch TV during this interview with someone I can’t reach at any other time, surely they won’t fall off the couch and cause a scene.
- Hiding in the closet with my laptop is actually quite cozy, especially with the kids banging on the door.
- My coworkers see me as a deep thinker on conference calls. They’ll never guess I’ve been muted for six years to hide the sounds of my child playing above me.
- I am not a recluse with messy hair, I swear!
- Okay, I didn’t step outside today and I might be missing out on vitamin D, but tomorrow I’ll definitely go out—after I shower and dress.
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In summary, while work-at-home moms may embrace a few self-deceiving thoughts to cope with their unique challenges, it’s essential to find balance and sometimes, just be honest with ourselves.
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