How to fight post-Disney trip depression?

[Mr Anderson]

My wife and I will be returning to our Happy Place for our 3rd Disney trip in December 2014. I probably don't have to say this, but... we are absolutely THRILLED.

That being said, after our 2nd trip in September 2013, we both fell into a deep post-Disney depression and were super bummed to be back home and not in Walt Disney World. The funny thing is, we didn't feel that way after our first trip (sure we missed it, but we weren't depressed). Do any of the rest of you feel this way after you return home from Disney? If so, how do you overcome it? I was so bummed, even the idea of recounting the trip in a TR here on the forums didn't seem appealing. By the way, I will be happy to do a super late TR if there is any interest.

But I digress... I look forward to your tips/suggestions and will hopefully find something that works!

 

[kettcobb]

We suffer the same thing, the only way I have managed to address it is by booking our next trip every time we get home. The first week is usually ok but then it really hits as you're back in day to day routine.

 

[RubyLee]

I just got back from Disney in March & joining WDW Magic was my way of coping! However, now I just want to plan my next trip....

 

[Lightning McQueen]

I think this thread is a great start! At the very least you're going to get a list of people in the same boat as you. I would agree with @kettcobb you have to book your next trip, which is exactly what I have done. Also, watch Disney films, follow Disney inspired social media feeds and generally think Disney thoughts. A Mickey waffle maker also helps enormously!

 

[Mr Morrow]

Play those Disney area music loops on repeat in every room of the house! ... That works for me anyway

 

[Lightning McQueen]

Fantastic suggestion from @Mr Morrow ! In fact, I am currently listening to a few now!

 

[rt06]

I was there around the 4th last year, so I would watch the fireworks on youtube. I still do.

 

[pumpkin7]

Well spare a thought for those of us who can't afford to go every 15 months or book our next trip as soon as we get back.
Not knowing when you'll next be going is true Disney Depression.

 

[Mr Anderson]

You guys & gals rock!!! Love these suggestions; keep 'em coming!

 

[Mr Anderson]

@pumpkin7 We wouldn't normally have our trips so close together; I think part of the depression last time was the thought that our next trip would be a long way away (we thought it would be years before we could return), but we decided we *needed* to go back for our 5 year wedding anniversary. It's going to count as our anniversary, Christmas, and birthday gifts to each other this year.

 

[Mr Morrow]

Who would have thought that 3 years ago you would be asking fellow Disney lovers on how to fight post-Disney trip depression? Oh how things can change

 

[Jessica Meier]

Reading trip reports helps....it keeps the memories fresh and feels like you are seeing pics of home. But it can also make it worse.

 

[Mr Anderson]

Ah, @Mr Morrow , I see you read my conversion story! Seriously, I never would have guessed I'd be asking for tips like this, let alone be subscribed to a Disney forum!

 

[Weather_Lady]

My way of coping with the post-vacation "letdown" is to spend a little time every evening going over photos from our trip to make a photo book or other memento. That way, we feel like we still have "one foot" in WDW. We also start daydreaming about the next vacation...

 

[Clamman73]

Listen to any '80s era EPCOT Center music on the way to work like some insane person would.

 

[Lightning McQueen]

You only have to go once @WDWR1CKST3R then you're hooked....! You'll be going to Disney Land in California before you know it!!

 

[EpcoTim]

Watch Youtube videos of Splash Mountain while flushing hundred dollar bills down the toilet??

 

[pumpkin7]

I have a Disney room that I tend to and add stuff to. Currently I am painting many Disney character canvases.

 

[Csmith041177]

You folks are definately my kind of people. Yes, I get severe Disney depression! How do I cope:

Plan for the next trip...even if I have no idea when that will be.
Read any Disney book I can get my hands on.
Come to these boards and talk with all of you!
Look at old Disney pictures and scrapbook. Yes, I scrapbook.
Listen to Disney music.
Watch a Disney movie.

And finally, if you are still obsessed, do what my wife has encouraged me to do...start your own blog. I'm hoping to roll mine out soon!

 

[bubbles1812]

Go outside, get some exercise, and do other things that you love in life.