Episode 6 • • 5:42 - 7:23
6: Episode 6: Do you have trouble switching off?
Fake Commutes and Physical Boundaries for Home Offices
The "fake commute" involves walking around the block before and after work to create a psychological transition between professional and personal modes. For those with dedicated home offices, the simple act of closing the door provides a visual and physical signal that work is finished. These boundaries are particularly effective for individuals whose work-life lines became blurred during the pandemic.