diff --git a/lua/netrw-config.lua b/lua/netrw-config.lua
index b4f2087..c22bba5 100644
--- a/lua/netrw-config.lua
+++ b/lua/netrw-config.lua
@@ -20,9 +20,9 @@ vim.g.netrw_alto = 0
 -- 50% split when pressing 'p'
 vim.g.netrw_winsize = 50
 
--- Keep the current directory and browsing directory synced
--- This makes netrw respect your current working directory
-vim.g.netrw_keepdir = 0
+-- Keep the current directory and browsing directory separate
+-- This prevents netrw from changing pwd and breaking LSP/symlink navigation
+vim.g.netrw_keepdir = 1
 
 -- Open files in the same window (replace netrw buffer)
 -- Options: 0=same window, 1=horizontal split, 2=vertical split, 3=new tab, 4=previous window