Many workers resist returning to the office full-time due to the impact of commuting on their personal lives and well-being.
Studies indicate that reclaiming commuting time has allowed employees to spend more time on hobbies and with friends and family, making them reluctant to give up the flexibility of remote work.
The financial toll of commuting, including high costs for public transport and expenses related to driving, further discourages employees from embracing a full-time office return.
Beyond financial burdens, commuting has significant psychological and social costs, including increased stress, boredom, social isolation, and frustration, which negatively affect employees' mental health and overall satisfaction with work-life balance.