37 Best Perks Of Not Having To Go To The Office That Many People Don’t Even Speak About

The COVID-19 pandemic began five years ago and has brought many changes and adjustments to our lives. Most importantly, millions of employees around the world have tried and realized all the benefits of remote work. They realized that it’s not necessary to travel for several hours in transport commuting to the office in order to be productive.Today, despite the fact that employers are actively trying to return staff to offices, this fight is actually happening with varying success. The thing is that even the most comfortable office is often not able to bring us the numerous WFH perks—and a recent discussion on Threads was actually dedicated to these perks.More info:ThreadsThis post may includeaffiliate links.

Today, despite the fact that employers are actively trying to return staff to offices, this fight is actually happening with varying success. The thing is that even the most comfortable office is often not able to bring us the numerous WFH perks—and a recent discussion on Threads was actually dedicated to these perks.

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Using your own bathroom

Modern bathroom with herringbone tile, round mirror, and WFH vibes.

Not constantly being sick from all the brave little soldiers who come to work with the bloody flu

Remote worker at a desk with a laptop and notepad, experiencing the perks of WFH in a serene, plant-filled home office environment.

Being able to actually do your damn work without wasting energy trying to filter out everyone else’s non-work chit chat.

Man enjoying the perks of WFH, wearing headphones and working on a laptop in a cozy room with warm lighting.

Pet your dog/cat

Cat sitting attentively at a table, illustrating a perk of WFH.

Being able to still work when you don’t feel well. I don’t mean full on flu or covid. I mean those days where you just feel poopy and being able to work in comfortable clothes, with your blanket & hot coffee in a quiet and comfortable space. It really makes all the difference when you’re just not feeling 100%.

Man working from home in a cozy setting with laptop, scarf, headphones, and a hot drink, illustrating WFH perks.

Waking up 15 minutes before shift, make your bed, wash your face, make coffee and you still have a minute to spare… 😂

Hand reaching for an alarm clock, symbolizing remote workers enjoying flexible WFH perks.

In fact, remote work has existed since theInternetbecame a fairly widespread phenomenon, but it was thepandemicthat spurred the development of various services to make this work truly as comfortable as possible. Both for employers and employees—and today many workers do not want to return to offices. Even despite the numerous and varied bonuses.

Taking a nap (on my comfy bed) during my 1 hr lunch break. It’s wonderful.

Cozy home workspace with soft pillows, books, and a nightstand; perfect for remote workers enjoying WFH perks.

Dealing with my monthly cycle at home and my endo flare ups. Haven’t come close to loosing a job and calling out these past five years. Has greatly helped me.

Person in a red shirt and jeans holding a sanitary pad.

Atmosphere: My desk is right in front of the window facing the yard and overlooking the patio, the window is basically floor to ceiling, wall to wall. Screen breaks include watching birds, squirrels, joggers. Windows that open allowing fresh air and breezes. No harsh lights. No commute. No office politics or temperaments. Lunch on the patio. WFH 22yrs and counting.

Woman enjoying a warm drink by the window, embracing remote work perks of WFH on a cozy day.

However, every coin has two sides—and despite the many obvious advantages of working from home, there are also negative aspects. For example, aBuffer studynotes that 19% of remote workers cite loneliness as their biggest problem. The thing is that staying at home for a long time leads to less social interaction. Anxiety levels are also increasing.

The amount of money saved! Between gas, business casual clothes and TIME. Which still feels like there isn’t enough of lol

Not having to put on a bra

Peach lingerie on a hanger, highlighting remote workers' unspoken WFH perks of comfort and freedom.

Being home to get your packages off the porch when they arrive.

Person receiving packages at home, highlighting WFH perks during remote work, wearing a mask and gloves for safety.

“I have been working remotely since the very first days of the pandemic, and now it’s quite difficult to return to the office—a whole set of habits associated with working from home has developed,” says Nick Pruchkovsky, aQA engineerfrom Ukraine, with whomBored Pandagot in touch for a comment here.

“As for social interaction—personally, I constantly go for a walk in the evenings, meet with my friends, go to trivia quizzes at the pubs. Although, of course, the level of physical activity in recent years, it seems to me, has still decreased. Despite all the efforts,” Nick honestly admits.

No commute, your space is your own, no one coughing up a king and refusing to go home, not as noisy, having time

Person enjoying WFH perks, sitting comfortably with a book and coffee, surrounded by plants in a cozy home setting.

Not having to find childcare when my kid doesn’t have school that day

Father and child sitting on the floor, laptop nearby, showcasing remote work-life balance in a cozy home setting.

I have a chronic pain condition, so if I’m having a bad day, I can work in my armchair, or even in bed, with a hot water bottle, in my comfy clothes, and it’s nice and quiet. Life changing really.

Remote worker on bed with laptop and coffee, illustrating WFH perks.

Doing laundry on your breaks

Woman doing laundry at home, a common remote work perk.

Having complete control over the temperature of your officeNot having to listen to work gossipHaving your favourite brand of tea availableNever getting caught short for a tampon in the work loosWearing comfortable clothes and shoesMassive improvement in facial skin quality because of not wearing make up every damn day

A wooden door with a modern handle beside a wall thermostat, symbolizing comfort during remote work from home.

Being able to throw something in the crock pot at noon so it’s ready at dinner time.

Bowl of pho with herbs and beef, a comforting meal often enjoyed by remote workers as a perk of WFH.

Access to home fridge.

Man wrapped in a blanket looking into an open fridge, illustrating a remote work perk of comfort at home.

Not wearing shoes! Foot comfort all day long

Feet in colorful socks on desk at home office, representing remote workers enjoying WFH perks.

Farting freely

Person holding toilet paper near a bathroom, relating to remote workers' WFH perks.