slushee_slinger t1_jeah18f wrote on March 30, 2023 at 4:26 PM

I recently reduced my commute from 40 min each way to 10 min each way. It’s better, but occasionally I miss the commute. On rough days I find myself coming home “hot” if you will. The commute was a nice time to wind down, zone out, and listen to some good music or podcasts.

I would say the commute is worth it for that pay increase.

BakerWithDough t1_jeawf98 wrote on March 30, 2023 at 6:04 PM

As a single person coming home to nobody it doesn’t even matter to me.

slushee_slinger t1_jeaz517 wrote on March 30, 2023 at 6:21 PM

Neat.

WingZombie t1_jeaocgy wrote on March 30, 2023 at 5:13 PM

I agree. For years I had an hour commute and then I switched to a 10 minute commute. There are still times when I miss the alone time in the car. I think a 25-30 min commute is the sweet spot.

These days I make my 10 minute drive and then the moment I walk in the door I leash up the dog and go for a 30 min walk.

slushee_slinger t1_jeauwdj wrote on March 30, 2023 at 5:54 PM

Hell yeah. Doggo probably loves that too

churningtildeath t1_jeb5gd1 wrote on March 30, 2023 at 7:02 PM

Not for everyone, but I ride my bike now it takes 20 mins longer sure but definitely makes me feel better at the end of the day. Where I live I can ride off of the road mostly so it works out.