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Top 10 Work from Home Side Effects: The Reality Behind the Flexibility

Bhavin Nakrani
3 min readAug 26, 2024

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Working from home has become very common, especially after the pandemic. It sounds great to avoid long commutes and work in your pajamas, but there are some hidden downsides that many people don’t realize. While it might seem convenient, working from home can affect your health, focus, and social life in ways you might not expect.

This blog will explore the side effects of working from home and what you can do to stay healthy and happy while working remotely.

  1. No Fixed Work Hours: Always on the Job

When you work from home, it might seem like you have flexible hours, but many people end up working much longer than the usual 9 to 5 job. Because your work and home are in the same place, it’s easy to get caught up in work all day, leaving little time for yourself or your family.

2. More Back and Knee Pain

Many people don’t have proper office setups at home. Sitting on couches, beds, or uncomfortable chairs for long hours can cause back and knee pain. Without the right setup, these pains can get worse over time.

3. Health Problems from Sitting Too Much

Working from home means a lot of sitting and not much moving around. Without regular exercise, people can gain weight, feel tired…

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Bhavin Nakrani
Bhavin Nakrani

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