So, has anyone else suffered from this before? Lol

 

I seem to be in a state of post concert depression ever since the concert on Tuesday ended! There is this empty void inside of me, and I have nothing left to look forward to! My life is meaningless!....Okay, maybe I'm being a little over dramatic. :P

 

But I really have been pretty down since the concert ended. I mean, who knows the next time I'll get to see them? And the worst part, I think I'm suffering from partial amnesia! I can't seem to remember every little thing form the concert like I wanted to. I feel like I should have savored the moment more, and a feeling of regret has set in. Please tell me I'm not the only one who this has happened to!

^^^^Story of my life atm. I was waiting since December to see them last night. It was amazing! I'm not depressed...but I personally feel complete. So to speak. But I guess the next thing to look forward to is summer. :P

I know what you mean! I've had this feeling before, the empty feeling is really horrible. But you have to think that you'll see them again in the future, for sure. I'll give you my example, I saw them in Buenos Aires, Argentina, 2 years and 2 months ago. After the concert finished, I felt a bit sad because all of it happened too fast and, like you, I didn't know when I was going to see them again. You know, it takes a lot of time to the bands to go back to South America again. I went to other gigs and I had a great time in all of them, until one good day, and because life is weird and unpredictable, I bought tickets to see them for the second time here at Washington DC. Totally different place and crowd. But what I want you to know from this is that it doesn't matter where or when, you will see them again for sure if that's what you really want!

 

As for the amnesia, don't worry, it happens every time. I went to plenty of concerts (the ones on my sig are just a few :P) and it happened to me every single time, I don't know why really, maybe because of the shock of seeing one of your favorite bands performing in front of you, but you shouldn't regret of anything, you know you saw them and that you had a great time and that's what really counts! :)

 

I'm still waiting for July 9th :D

No you aren't alone. It's a very real phenomenon. I think it's called The Coldplay Come down. We wait SO long to see them.. then all that excitement. It's only natural you feel down after.

 

I would recommend anyone who can to write it all down, so you don't forget it.. Do your own review, even if you never share it with anyone. Write it, so you remember. I went as far as recording all my day, from the queuing up all day, to what I had for lunch. It didn't stop the depression, but it did let me go back anytime I wanted and relive the day.

 

You will be OK.. it just takes a week or so. Big hugs.

not the depression is of big sadness and melancholy ;)

 

you should live the moment of the concert and write everything have said Row. good idea

 

I'll never go to a concert, because it's impossible. it is the most popular band in the world. not approach them. or buy tickets etc..

So if I'm meeting and only outside gigs, but would be a miracle.

 

I've had amnesia. when a singer is standing in front almost always and never look in your direction . this is a experiance to feel alien and missed everything the concert lol

This happens to me OFTEN because I usually tend to see them a few times in a row after not seeing them awhile. It eventually goes away... I try to go to other concerts, which helps a lot.

ah!!! finally I know I am not alone!! im suffering through this right now :( no amount of looking at pics and videos and looking at my confetti will help. :sad: I wish it were April 27 & 28 again!! and yes, i understand the amnesia thing too...

You're seriously likening a feeling of emptiness after a concert is over to a srs mental health issue?

 

Wow guys.

It does get easier as the days go on. I have been waiting since the 14th March 2009. Last time I got a bit carried away and felt the need to take heaps of photos. When they come here again I'll definitely enjoy every minute with my own eyes.

I think music fans do call this 'Post Concert Depression'. :lol: You're definitely not alone!

It happened to me once, when I saw Coldplay for the first time in 2009, and I assume it only happens with your very favourite band/artist.

 

Please do take into account this is in no way comparable to a real (clinical) depression, like Cobalt said. It's a luxury problem. That may sound harsh right now, but it is true.

 

It makes perfect sense. Not only because you feel like now you have nothing to look forward to, also because during those two hours your body produced endorphins and other 'happy hormones' that made you feel really good. You were on a emotional and physical 'high', so in a way this is just like a 'low' people experience after they've used drugs, alcohol, sugar, etc. You're hungover, that's all. ;)

 

As for the amnesia, don't worry about it, don't regret anything. Your brain has been all over the place during the concert, it's only normal that you don't remember every single detail. Also, it may look worse because you're so obsessed with it.

 

It's probably best to take a break from Coldplay, but I don't think you will. I certainly didn't back then!

So the other option is: enjoy their music and talk about them. This forum can be of great help.

Try not to feel down when you think about them, Coldplay are a band of happiness. :daisy:

 

Seeing other bands will help you realize there's more than just Coldplay. So, plan things you like, and try to pull yourself out of there.

Yea, im not at all saying it's anything close to depression, im a psyc major im well aware of what the actual disorder is. Post coldplay concert depression shouldnt be taken too serious, i think we all know that. I know i feel sad that such an amazing experience is over but ill be over it :P i think this is a good thread to talk about it until we do get over it :)

First world problems

That's exactly how i felt after I went to my first Coldplay gig. I was estatic but then depression came because I wanted to go to another and another show, but I will see them soon again so hopefully I will be in a better position to handle my post depression blues.

First world problems

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:lol:

 

Well, it obviously is a first world problem, but it's still a problem and it's interesting to talk about. :)

First world problems

 

Why do you say first world problems? It happens to almost everybody all over the world. Being from Europe, United States, Africa, Asia or South America doesn't change a thing about how people feel towards the band they like. I'm from the so called Third World, and we feel this way too. Let people express themselves.

Why do you say first world problems? It happens to almost everybody all over the world. Being from Europe, United States, Africa, Asia or South America doesn't change a thing about how people feel towards the band they like. I'm from the so called Third World, and we feel this way too. Let people express themselves.

 

I didn't say people couldn't talk about it! I just think they are worse problems in the world than feeling a bit down after attending a concert.

And the term first world problems should not be taken literally :|

I didn't say people couldn't talk about it! I just think they are worse problems in the world than feeling a bit down after attending a concert.

And the term first world problems should not be taken literally :|

 

I was just asking you why people say first world problems to something that could happen anywhere. Of course there are worse problems! But the first world/third world thing can be quite derogatory.

I was just asking you why people say first world problems to something that could happen anywhere. Of course there are worse problems! But the first world/third world thing can be quite derogatory.

 

If you have enough money to buy tickets for a Coldplay concert I think you're privileged, no matter where you live. And it happens to be called first world problems.

 

First World Problems, also known as “White Whine,” are frustrations and complaints that are only experienced by privileged individuals in wealthy countries. It is typically used as a tongue-in-cheek comedic device to make light of trivial inconveniences.

Well, yeah it's not thaaaat important, and of course, there are more important things in the world, but it doesn't mean you can't talk about it, right? :)

I really do understand the "depression" thingy.

It has happened to the 3 CP concerts I went to. And it seems that it happens to a lot of people. I think it's very normal :)

And about the amnesia thing. Yeah. I had that too, I hated that. Because the memories are fading and you really try to keep them...but yeah... :)

So next time, I'll write everything down just like Row told you . I think it's a very good idea :)

It'll soon be better, don't worry :)

Oh, I hope I haven't offended anybody. This post was not meant to be taken too seriously at all! I mean, I really am bummed that the concert is over, but I know this isn't REAL depression. And I wasn't implying that it was. Like Blue Nails said, this is just what some music fans call being bummed after a concert. I was just sharing my feelings and wondering if anybody else had felt like that before.

I know what you mean! I've had this feeling before, the empty feeling is really horrible. But you have to think that you'll see them again in the future, for sure. I'll give you my example, I saw them in Buenos Aires, Argentina, 2 years and 2 months ago. After the concert finished, I felt a bit sad because all of it happened too fast and, like you, I didn't know when I was going to see them again. You know, it takes a lot of time to the bands to go back to South America again. I went to other gigs and I had a great time in all of them, until one good day, and because life is weird and unpredictable, I bought tickets to see them for the second time here at Washington DC. Totally different place and crowd. But what I want you to know from this is that it doesn't matter where or when, you will see them again for sure if that's what you really want!

 

As for the amnesia, don't worry, it happens every time. I went to plenty of concerts (the ones on my sig are just a few ) and it happened to me every single time, I don't know why really, maybe because of the shock of seeing one of your favorite bands performing in front of you, but you shouldn't regret of anything, you know you saw them and that you had a great time and that's what really counts!

 

I'm still waiting for July 9th

 

You're right; I'm sure I will get to see them again everntually! I just am not very good at being patient! :P

 

And I'm sure the amnesia thing is from being in shock. It was just so awesome it seemed unreal! Have a great time on July 9th

This happens to me OFTEN because I usually tend to see them a few times in a row after not seeing them awhile. It eventually goes away... I try to go to other concerts, which helps a lot.

 

Yes, going to some other concerts is a good idea! Maybe I can find some cheap little local concerts. After Coldplay, I' don't have the money for another big one!

 

not the depression is of big sadness and melancholy ;)

 

you should live the moment of the concert and write everything have said Row. good idea

 

I'll never go to a concert, because it's impossible. it is the most popular band in the world. not approach them. or buy tickets etc..

So if I'm meeting and only outside gigs, but would be a miracle.

 

I've had amnesia. when a singer is standing in front almost always and never look in your direction . this is a experiance to feel alien and missed everything the concert lol

 

Oh, you never know! Maybe someday you will get to see them!

 

No you aren't alone. It's a very real phenomenon. I think it's called The Coldplay Come down. We wait SO long to see them.. then all that excitement. It's only natural you feel down after.

 

I would recommend anyone who can to write it all down, so you don't forget it.. Do your own review, even if you never share it with anyone. Write it, so you remember. I went as far as recording all my day, from the queuing up all day, to what I had for lunch. It didn't stop the depression, but it did let me go back anytime I wanted and relive the day.

 

You will be OK.. it just takes a week or so. Big hugs.

 

Aw, thanks! Writing everything down is a good idea, I will have to try that!

 

ah!!! finally I know I am not alone!! im suffering through this right now :( no amount of looking at pics and videos and looking at my confetti will help. :sad: I wish it were April 27 & 28 again!! and yes, i understand the amnesia thing too...

 

Nope, you're definitely not alone! I wish I could go back to the concert as well! But oh well. We'll always have the memories, right? As long as this amnesia thing goes away. :P

 

It does get easier as the days go on. I have been waiting since the 14th March 2009. Last time I got a bit carried away and felt the need to take heaps of photos. When they come here again I'll definitely enjoy every minute with my own eyes.

 

I will probably try to enjoy more with my own eyes next time too.

 

I think music fans do call this 'Post Concert Depression'. :lol: You're definitely not alone!

It happened to me once, when I saw Coldplay for the first time in 2009, and I assume it only happens with your very favourite band/artist.

 

Please do take into account this is in no way comparable to a real (clinical) depression, like Cobalt said. (Trust me, I know what I'm talking about here LOL.) It's a luxury problem. That may sound harsh right now, but it is true.

 

It makes perfect sense. Not only because you feel like now you have nothing to look forward to, also because during those two hours your body produced endorphins and other 'happy hormones' that made you feel really good. You were on a emotional and physical 'high', so in a way this is just like a 'low' people experience after they've used drugs, alcohol, sugar, etc. You're hungover, that's all. ;)

 

As for the amnesia, don't worry about it, don't regret anything. Your brain has been all over the place during the concert, it's only normal that you don't remember every single detail. Also, it may look worse because you're so obsessed with it.

 

It's probably best to take a break from Coldplay, but I don't think you will. I certainly didn't back then!

So the other option is: enjoy their music and talk about them. This forum can be of great help.

Try not to feel down when you think about them, Coldplay are a band of happiness. :daisy:

 

Seeing other bands will help you realize there's more than just Coldplay. So, plan things you like, and try to pull yourself out of there.

 

Haha! Hungover. I like that! Yes, I'm a little hungover from that concert! I really was on an emotional high the whole time. They just get you so pumped up! You're right, I probably won't take a break from Coldplay. Especially not now! :P But I'm sure I'll get over it. I just need to find something else to look forward to! :) Thanks!

 

Yea, im not at all saying it's anything close to depression, im a psyc major im well aware of what the actual disorder is. Post coldplay concert depression shouldnt be taken too serious, i think we all know that. I know i feel sad that such an amazing experience is over but ill be over it :P i think this is a good thread to talk about it until we do get over it :)

 

Yes, this could be our support thread form anybody suffering from "Post Coldplay Concert Depression"! :P

 

And you're right, this isn't meant to be taken too seriously.

 

First world problems

:laugh3: True!

 

That's exactly how i felt after I went to my first Coldplay gig. I was estatic but then depression came because I wanted to go to another and another show, but I will see them soon again so hopefully I will be in a better position to handle my post depression blues.

Good luck! Have fun at the next concert. This thread we'll be here for you if you do encounter any post concert blues! ;)

 

Well, yeah it's not thaaaat important, and of course, there are more important things in the world, but it doesn't mean you can't talk about it, right? :)

I really do understand the "depression" thingy.

It has happened to the 3 CP concerts I went to. And it seems that it happens to a lot of people. I think it's very normal :)

And about the amnesia thing. Yeah. I had that too, I hated that. Because the memories are fading and you really try to keep them...but yeah... :)

So next time, I'll write everything down just like Row told you . I think it's a very good idea :)

It'll soon be better, don't worry :)

 

Thank you! :) And yeah, the amnesia really is the worst part!

 

You're seriously likening a feeling of emptiness after a concert is over to a srs mental health issue?

 

Wow guys.

No, it is just hat some of us concert goers call being bummed that a concert is over. I hope I didn't offend you. Sorry.

I wouldn't call it a depression, but more like a bittersweet feeling because you still have all those great memories and you're so happy you got to experience them, but then sad because it's over. But definitely not depression, at least not for me. :P

I still remember the aftermath of my first Coldplay concert. The next day I was so depressed, I also got a migraine and had to go home from school early :( it was misery. But when you've gone to such highs, it seems inevitable to crash to a low afterwards. It only really gets better when you see them again, and then it starts all over again ;)