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I’m always surprised by this take. Do people not see their friends outside of work?
by drudolph914 1y ago
I’m always surprised by this take. Do people not see their friends outside of work?
- stonecharioteer 1y agoI used to go out and meet my friends almost once a week, and then I had a friend who wouldn't go meet anyone. It varies from person to person. I also live with family so I was meeting friends mostly because I don't have much in common with my family in terms of hobbies.
- Gigachad 1y agoOn the weekends sure but during the weekdays it’s sporadic. There was a period I was working at a fully remote company and occasionally I’d get to around Thursday and hadn’t interacted with another person since Sunday and I’d just spiral in to depression. I also mentally just don’t feel like my coworkers are real if I don’t ever see them. They are just like icons on a screen. Currently working 2/3 days in office and it’s ideal. Can load all the meetings on those days, chat with everyone, but can still spend some days alone.
- db48x 1y agoYea, loneliness is not something you should rely on work to solve. It’s something people should just solve for themselves by simply going out and meeting people. It’s a bit cliche, but you know those people at the park who play chess at lunch time? What do people think _they_ are there for? Go out for a walk, or a meal, and meet your neighbors.