Do you ever deal with isolation and loneliness working from home?

[Emmy]

I need to isolate myself when it come to home work. Women will frustrate likewise you may be moved to be watching movies or sports since there will be light and nobody is supervising. However I isolate myself to work at home a lot.

 

[hastral45]

Isolation and loneliness are the common features of doing online business at home. To me they are not threat or challenges. Doing online business at home needs quite environment where there shouldn't be distraction.
It is good to be isolated and lonely while doing online work at home. In order to be isolated, you need to choose remote area that is likely not to be disturbed.
When you are isolated and lonely, chances of being distracted would be minimal.

 

[Syldan]

Actually there are alot of people who love and decide to working from home and I believe that wasn't a sign of isolation but a choice like to be alone.

Most people who worked from home, o believe they have much target than those who are in the society or office.

 

[Shigobad2020]

same here I also prefer to be working alone than to be be working with others with a lot of distraction,if you are working with some people you might get distracted easily.

Whenever I decided to work alone in the comfort of my home , I normally lock myself up in my room because of the disturbance from wife and children for the little time I am to use

 

[hastral45]

Whenever I decided to work alone in the comfort of my home , I normally lock myself up in my room because of the disturbance from wife and children for the little time I am to use

It is good to lock self while doing online business at home. Online business do not like distraction in any form. And that why you would always found anyone doing online business lonely and isolated. These two conditions would promote focus and efficiency.

 

[HK World]

No, I don't feel isolated or alone while working from home. In fact, I enjoy it a lot because it allows me to work within my comfort zone.

 

[Ghazi1402]

I understand that working from home can sometimes lead to feelings of isolation and loneliness for humans. Many people who work remotely may miss the social interactions and camaraderie that come with working in a traditional office environment.

If you're experiencing isolation and loneliness while working from home, here are a few suggestions that might help:

Maintain regular social connections: Make an effort to stay connected with your colleagues, friends, and family through virtual means such as video calls, instant messaging, or social media. Schedule regular catch-ups or virtual coffee breaks to maintain social interactions.

Join online communities: Look for online communities or forums related to your interests or industry. Participating in such communities can help you connect with like-minded individuals and engage in discussions.

Seek out co-working spaces or local meetups: Consider joining a co-working space or attending local meetups related to your profession or hobbies. This can provide opportunities to meet and interact with other professionals or enthusiasts in person.

Create a routine: Establish a daily routine that includes breaks, exercise, and other activities. Having a structured schedule can help provide a sense of normalcy and keep you engaged throughout the day.

Take care of your mental well-being: Engage in activities that promote relaxation and self-care. This could include practicing mindfulness or meditation, pursuing hobbies you enjoy, or exercising regularly. Prioritizing your mental well-being can help combat feelings of isolation and loneliness.

Remember, it's important to reach out for support if you're struggling with isolation or loneliness. Don't hesitate to speak with friends, family, or a mental health professional who can provide guidance and assistance.

 

[Good-Person]

When it comes to working from home, most of us don't work with anyone. Some of us live with their families, and some live alone. But for the latter, how do you deal with isolation and loneliness when working from home? I know that working with people in another location can help build relationships and build character, but when you're self employed, sometimes you don't work with anyone.

So how do you deal with that?

I already do not have many friends, so isolation does not affect me that much. However, I do realise that this is really bad for mental health, though. This is why I tend to socialise with a few people in real life.

 

[Mostee501]

I don't know for other people but for me I only go out when it's very important and necessary. I prefer to run my daily activities indoor if possible because am an indoor person and I can't feel isolated.

 

[Popular]

I don't usually feel lonely when it comes to working alone since I know what I stand to gain. I do socialize with people after I'm done with work. I create time for everything I do.

 

[AruneBend]

It all depend on an individual different situation,the are some who stay in there family house as such the don fill lonly ,some that stay alone play music in a low tune inorder not to fill lonly,but personal I enjoy isolated place why working.

Yup that's why you really need to balance time and work if you work onile full time some people work 12 hours a day and they don't experience much of a outside world wich sounds crazy to me they also are humans and they need friends sun and more

 

[Castelione]

We really have to find enjoyable activities that could help us enjoy working from home such as going to the gym and meeting new people. Eventually, as long as we are earning money, we can cope with the set-up and become more creative with socialization.

 

[Good-Person]

Well, I have never felt that way. In fact, sometimes isolation could be good for you. You may be able to focus a lot on your work and this may help you a lot. I usually work in my room and I think that not getting disturbed is also a blessing as well.

 

[Heatman]

When it comes to working from home, most of us don't work with anyone. Some of us live with their families, and some live alone. But for the latter, how do you deal with isolation and loneliness when working from home? I know that working with people in another location can help build relationships and build character, but when you're self employed, sometimes you don't work with anyone.

So how do you deal with that?

Whenever I get lonely or bored working at home, I usually try as much as I can to finish the particular job that I'm working on and take a break, step out of my house take a walk, get some refreshments and enjoy myself before coming back to the job.

 

[rightminds]

I've never experience this before even though I've worked several times in isolation. I like working alone without inference from other persons, so I prefer this all the times.

 

[Good-Person]

Whenever I get lonely or bored working at home, I usually try as much as I can to finish the particular job that I'm working on and take a break, step out of my house take a walk, get some refreshments and enjoy myself before coming back to the job.

Well, I tend to work as a home-based freelancer. This is why it may not be a great idea to go out all the time. Instead of that, I take breaks and watch videos on YouTube instead. This helps me to refresh. I sometimes take a shower in order to feel fresh once again.

 

[Syldan]

Well it depends on individuals motivations I believe. personally I know there are some motivational elements such as music, which can keeps you company while alone and it will helped you to have focus.

 

[Heatman]

Well, I tend to work as a home-based freelancer. This is why it may not be a great idea to go out all the time. Instead of that, I take breaks and watch videos on YouTube instead. This helps me to refresh. I sometimes take a shower in order to feel fresh once again.

It is very important for you to find a way to unwind whenever you are working from home especially when you have worked for long hours without taking a break because it is going to help you to clear your head and have the energy to continue doing your job.

 

[Syldan]

Personally I don't really considered such as loneliness because I have once did.

People have different motives concerning the kind of place they wanted to worked from, some may prefer working from home, some may intended to get an office or worked amidst of people so it all depends.

 

[Good-Person]

Personally I don't really considered such as loneliness because I have once did.

People have different motives concerning the kind of place they wanted to worked from, some may prefer working from home, some may intended to get an office or worked amidst of people so it all depends.

I am a freelancer, so I have to work alone most of the times. The fact of the matter remains that I have to deal with loneliness as I have to work alone. I deal with this problem by taking breaks and watching YouTube videos during those breaks.