A side effect for me was receiving a final warning for my work performance. For me WFH is like how most people would respond to being asked to sleep at the office. Im an architect and have a relatively enjoyable job but I would just procrastinate and do a whole project overnight before a deadline. I couldn’t do the things I enjoy because I would be working in the evenings. It was horrible. As a result, during the pandemic, I chose to be the only person present in a 25 person office, which meant I was answering all the business calls, which meant I couldn’t do much work when I was in the office, and even resulted in complaints about my phone manner.

At home I have an immaculate setup with multiple layers of internet blocking tools. I have my own office room with a standing desk and 5k monitor. One friend noticed how nice my workstation was and could not stop laughing when I told him I now work 0 days days from home. Covid made me realise I might need a formal ADHD diagnosis but also how much I value the office. I love helping people at work, giving and reviving advice, and learning from what is going on around me.