02/24/2023
There are significant advantages and some disadvantages of working from home as one can imagine. But it can sometimes be difficult to ignore the naysayers and the “it would be nicers”.
Comments such as “It must be nice to cook dinner and get paid,” "You're really lucky that you're not stuck in traffic," I wish I could do what you do," “it must be nice to work in comfy clothes and not have to get all dressed up”…
These comments use to make me very defensive, or excessively explain myself while looking for approval from others. Over time, I realized that the problem wasn't with the "it would be nicers" but with me. I observed that the statements were coming from those that most likely wanted a different situation for themselves., and/or an opportunity to express themselves.
So, reframing my thoughts have taught me to be more empathetic, supportive, and kind as I listened to the thoughts and feelings of others.