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June 26, 2025 10 mins

Episode Overview:
You know that weird flat feeling after something great? A big event, a reunion, a dream trip… and then suddenly you’re back to real life, feeling unexpectedly low? This week’s Sanity Check dives into exactly that. After the excitement of the Podcast Show and finally being in the same room again, we open up about the emotional crash that followed.

In this short but powerful episode, we explore the psychology behind post-event letdown, why it happens, and how to move through it without shame or self-judgment.

What We Talk About:

  • The emotional comedown after something joyful or long-anticipated
  • Post-event letdown: what it is and why it’s so common
  • Why our brains crash after being on a high
  • The temptation to label the low as a problem and why it’s not
  • How to sit with the lull without spiralling
  • The beauty of allowing the landing, without needing to fix it

Listener Takeaways:

  • Feeling flat after something exciting isn’t a flaw, it’s a normal recalibration
  • Joy is often followed by quiet, and that quiet can feel like sadness
  • Don’t rush to fix or explain your feelings just ride the wave
  • Let yourself land, gently, with compassion

Join the Conversation:
Ever felt unexpectedly low after something wonderful? You’re not broken, you’re human. Drop us a message on socials or leave a voicemail, let’s talk about it. You can tune into this and every Sanity Check wherever you get your podcasts.

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Hosts: Aileen Harvey & Julie Fahy

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Disclaimer:

Remember, we’re two friends sharing our personal experiences and discussing everyday challenges. We’re not qualified coaches or therapists, and our content is for general information and supportive conversation only. If you need professional help, please seek advice from a licensed therapist.

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