“It is not uncommon that we will experience the ‘blues’ following any major event,” explains Dr Timothy Hsi, senior lecturer in counselling from the Australian College of Applied Psychology.
Dr Hsi explains the symptoms of “postevent letdown” can range from feelings of emptiness to low mood, low energy or lethargy, general feelings of dissatisfaction, decreased motivation, boredom or a sense of loss.
“It’s not uncommon to hear people make statements like, ‘I need another holiday after this holiday!’” he says. There are a few reasons why this happens.
THE FINANCIAL FACTOR
When we’re caught up in the excitement of something big (say, a wedding) it can be easy to forget how much money we’re spending. It’s only after the main event that the cold reality sets in.
“The increased expenditure running up to the event may be a major stressor for many people,” says Dr Hsi.
STRESS HORMONES
Have you ever heard of the phrase “running on adrenaline”? Dr Hsi says it’s normal to feel a surge of adrenaline and cortisol before and during exciting moments.
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OSHER GÜNSBERG MY NORTH STAR
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THE ACTOR IS SMITTEN WITH HIS SUPERSTAR GIRLFRIEND AND HE'S NOT AFRAID TO SHOW IT
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THE ACTOR GIVES AN UPDATE ON HIS ALZHEIMER'S GENE DISCOVERY
KATE'S BIG WEEKEN
THE PRINCESS OF WALES CARRIED OUT BACK-TO-BACK ENGAGEMENTS IN LONDON
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LIAM PAYNE Shock death twist
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