Many of us practically live at the office. And when you're spending that much time in one space, it's hard not to settle in and sometimes get a little too comfortable. Hey, it happens to the best of us. Here are 12 things you 9-to-5ers probably do on the regular.
1. You Keep an Insanely Stocked Snack Drawer
Your desk is basically a personalized vending machine. Of course, it's only for emergencies—like forgetting your lunch, bribing your coworkers, and, you know, 3 p.m.
2. You Mentally Chew Out Noisy Coworkers
While you appreciate the never-ending saga that is your colleague's relationship drama, it can make it hard to get in the zone.
3. You Use Spare Moments to Get Your Personal Life Together
Sometimes you need to use your work phone to call your landlord to fix your shower or the salon to schedule a Brazilian. Or, you know, just to talk to your mom. No judgment.
4. You Hoard Freebies
Your collection of plastic utensils, sugar packets, and Post-Its is borderline worthy of TLC's Hoarders.
5. You Handle G-Chat Like a Boss
Thank you, Google, for creating the biggest distraction and best part of the work day: catching up with your girlfriends via messaging. If only you could also get work done while planning your weekend and recapping last night's "TGIT" lineup.
6. You Organize Anything Unrelated to Work
Speaking of planning the weekend, it's amazing how the hours you're supposed to dedicate to your company can become the most productive time to plan a birthday, brunch, or date night with your man. If only there were more hours in the day.
7. You Get Annoyed When Someone Wants to Chat in the Bathroom
Holding a conversation while mid-stream is challenging and awkward. You often find yourself wanting to scream, "Can we talk about this later?"
8. You Methodically Check the Kitchen to See If Someone Left Treats
Regularly throughout the day, you casually walk by the office kitchenette to ensure you'll be the first to know about leftovers. No shame.
9. You're Always, Always, Always Complaining About the Temperature in the Office
Seriously, is it that difficult to heat or cool a building to a comfortable temperature? The battle between you and the office thermostat might never end.
10. You're a Pro at Desk Dancing
You may or may not have been caught mid-head bob by your boss. There's just something about late afternoon Beyoncé that motivates you to get sh*t done.
11. You Occasionally Rest Your Eyes for Just a Quick Second
Unless you work at Google, chances are that your office does not come with nap pods. Until awesome offices of the future become a reality for everyone, you'll have to settle for just closing your eyes for a quick second—or at least saying that's what you were doing when you get caught napping.
12. You Get a Little Too Comfortable with Your Work Wife
She knows all the details about your relationship, your family, and maybe even your monthly cycle. When you spend 40-plus hours a week together, what else would you expect?
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Ashley Oerman is a contributing writer at Cosmopolitan, covering fitness, health, food, cocktails, and home. You can follow her on Instagram @AshleyOerman. She is pro-carbs.
