Working from Home Without Going Crazy

You wanted flexibility. Instead you got a blur of work hours that never end, a kitchen table that doubles as a desk, and a quiet guilt that you're somehow doing it all wrong. Working from home presents a unique set of challenges that no one prepared you for: the constant pull between professional demands and domestic life, the loneliness that creeps in by 3 p.m., and the creeping sense that you're either underworking or overworking—never just working. This book offers a calm, realistic alternative. Drawing on the broad consensus of behavioral science and the real-world experience of thousands of remote workers, Nadia Sterling walks you through simple, adaptable systems to define your workspace, build a routine that actually sticks, manage your energy across the day, handle interruptions without resentment, and protect your mental health. There are no strict rules or hustle-culture demands here. Instead, you'll find practical checklists, scripts for setting boundaries, and a step-by-step approach to reclaiming focus—and sanity—one small change at a time. Part of The Focused Life Library.