Work-at-home moms have certain advantages: no commuting, comfortable attire, and the absence of chatty colleagues. Yet, despite these perks, challenges abound. Here are 19 common self-deceptions that many work-at-home moms experience:
- I’ll tackle a bit of work, then I’ll shower and get dressed.
- The time I save from commuting can be used for exercising.
- The babysitter isn’t exactly dressed to the nines either.
- It’s 11 a.m.—just a quick break, then I’ll shower and change.
- Preparing an elaborate lunch (and dessert) is fine since office workers often dine out.
- A brief nap won’t hurt—just closing my eyes for a minute.
- Staying updated on blogs is crucial for my work; I need to know the latest trends.
- No one will notice my unkempt hair during this video call.
- Merging work and home life is efficient—Oops, just sent my grocery order to my boss.
- Quitting at 3 p.m. is acceptable; office workers spend time chatting at the water cooler.
- It’s 4 p.m. I should’ve logged off an hour ago instead of scrolling through social media, but I’ll definitely log off now and shower.
- I don’t need face-to-face interactions for my mental health; social media is a good substitute.
- Sure, it feels like the walls are closing in, but if I keep working, it’ll pass.
- At 4:30, I can skip showering and changing—nobody will notice anyway.
- If I let my kid watch TV while I conduct this important interview, surely they won’t fall off the couch and create a scene.
- It’s actually quite cozy to hide in the closet with my laptop while my kids pound on the door.
- My colleagues believe I’m a deep thinker on calls; they’d never guess I’ve muted myself for years to block out my child’s noise.
- I’m definitely not a recluse with unkempt hair.
- Okay, I didn’t step outside today and I might be craving Vitamin D, but I promise to go out tomorrow—right after I’ve showered and changed.
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In summary, work-at-home moms often find themselves in a whirlwind of self-deception, justifying choices that may not align with their best interests. Recognizing these lies is the first step toward achieving a healthier work-life balance.