Ask Lemmy

Yes. It is not all one way but there are so many advantages vs disadvantages, especially for the individual. Typically my commutes have been about an hour. Even when shorter you generally have to head out an hour before and often times I have to give an hour and a half or so as far as stepping out the door. No commute is like getting a 25% increase in hourly pay even if its not hourly. Next is its kinda a paing to bring lunch and not all places have a fridge or such to make it easier. Being able to go eat what you have on hand and do the prep during your lunch time. That while not as big a savings is a nice savings of money or time and generally you eat a bit healthier. Then lastly I see my wife and pets throughout the day. One of the most limiting things with relationships is between work and sleep and life prep stuff and self care needed each day you can't spend as much time with an SO as you might otherwise. Its not like its big but its nice to see each other as you move around or such. Plus I can walk the dog on lunch to which is a big quality of life improvement for her. Basically on the other side you have a bit better and easier communication and collaboration and socialization with your work mates. Now granted I have a WFH space where I live and I can close the door. I have seen some folks working out of their kitchen or stuff and I have no idea how they can be productive like that. So WFH is definately better to me overall but if like I could have a job that was across the street. That would be kinda better.