‘Going remote turned me into a full-on hermit’: Man Issues PSA to Remote Workers

The shift towards remote work has undeniably altered the dynamics of professional life for many. While it has brought forth flexibility and altered the traditional 9-5 working model, it has also introduced new challenges, particularly in social interactions.

A recent PSA from an in-person worker, Alec Flynn, sheds light on the peculiar social energies exhibited by remote workers when they step into public spaces, sparking a dialogue about the social implications of prolonged isolation and minimal interpersonal communication. Let’s look into this matter.

A PSA to Remote Workers

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Alec Flynn, a front desk worker at a climbing gym, recently issued a PSA to remote workers through a video that has since gone viral, accumulating almost 2 million views.

In the video, Flynn addresses the distinct energies that remote workers, who have likely had minimal social interaction, bring into public spaces.

He categorizes these energies into two types: “cat mode,” which is characterized by being overly timid and awkward, and “golden retriever energy,” which manifests as being overeager.

Flynn humorously encourages remote workers to have at least one conversation or interaction before entering public places to help modulate these extreme energies.

The Social Dilemma In Remote Work Environments

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The shift to remote work, while presenting numerous advantages, has also cast a spotlight on the social challenges faced by remote employees.

According to a survey from Owl Labs, approximately 70% of full-time employees in the U.S. have transitioned to working from home during the Covid-19 pandemic.

This shift, while initially challenging due to the isolation and a drastic change from social work environments, was gradually accepted as the merits of home-based work became apparent. However, the social interactions, spontaneous brainstorming, and casual conversations that often spark creativity and foster team bonding in physical workspaces are notably absent in a remote setting.

This lack of interpersonal communication and social engagement can potentially hinder the collaborative spirit, making it vital for remote workers and organizations to find innovative ways to maintain social interactions and collaborative efforts in a virtual environment, ensuring a balanced and wholesome work dynamic amidst the digital workspace.

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Commenters on Flynn’s video resonated with the observations, acknowledging their own peculiar energies when interacting with others after a day of isolated work.

Comments ranged from admissions of being in “cat mode” to confessions about the lack of eye contact during interactions.

One comment reads, “Going remote turned me into a full on hermit. Felt like I looked so sketchy going out in public.”

Another one added, “I’m painfully aware I’m cat mode, I fear we’re too far gone ”

The shared experiences highlight a common phenomenon among remote workers, where the lack of regular social interactions may inadvertently shape their social behaviors and energies in public spaces.

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Sources

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  1. jobs.theguardian.com/article/the-benefits-and-challenges-of-remote-working
  2. forbes.com/sites/forbesbusinesscouncil/2021/03/04/the-benefits-and-challenges-of-employee-remote-work/

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Martha A. Lavallie
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