Snippet: A 2004 study by two economists at the University of Zurich found that people tend to overestimate what they'll get by commuting long distances -- i.e., a bigger paycheck, a more prestigious position, the ability to buy more stuff -- and underestimate what it will cost them in stress, health, and loss of connection to family and friends...
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ateixeira says:
09:34 AM, 07/31/06
13 miles each way, here, but some times it takes me an hour!
oscarmv says:
04:01 PM, 07/31/06
5 miles each way. Close enough to have lunch at home most days.
jerrywimer says:
05:02 AM, 08/ 2/06
31 miles each way. Strangely enough, of the three areas I've lived, my commute has ranged between 20 and 30 minutes one way no matter the actual distance. Originally I lived 12 miles from work but dealt with city traffic. Then it was 18 miles and slower speeds but less stop'n'go. Now it's 31 but nearly all interstate. :-P