Just got told remote work is ending, dreading telling the family | DadHQ

Just got told remote work is ending, dreading telling the family

4d ago1 min read

So my company is ending the hybrid setup and forcing everyone back to the office 5 days a week starting next month. I've been remote for 2 years and honestly it's been amazing for my sanity. I get to have lunch with my kids, I'm here for school pickups most days, and I actually see my wife during the day. Now I'm looking at 2 hours of commuting again and I'm genuinely stressed about how this affects everything. Anyone else dealt with this? Do I just accept it or start looking elsewhere?

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MMike R.New Dad2d ago

Five days a week back at the office is brutal in 2024. Have you pushed back at all or is it just a hard mandate? Either way, start thinking now about how you'll protect family time when you're commuting again.

KKyle M.Regular3d ago

My company tried this and we fought back. Document everything about your productivity working remote. Sometimes if enough people push, they'll reconsider. Worth a shot before you break the news to your family.

NNate H.Regular4d ago

I get the dread but your family will adjust and so will you. The hard part is having the conversation, so get that done sooner rather than later and you can all plan together.

BBen M.Regular4d ago

That's a tough pill to swallow after 2 years of flexibility. Have the conversation with your family though - you might find ways to make it work that you haven't thought of yet. Coffee and a plan usually helps.

DDerekRegular4d ago

5 days back in the office is rough after remote life. Talk to your family about what changes and start problem solving together - maybe it's earlier mornings or reorganizing weekends. You'll figure it out.

RRobertNew Dad4d ago

This is a rough one. I had the remote situation taken away from me too and it sucked telling the family. But be honest with them about what's happening. Kids can handle tough news better than we think.