Feeling Down at Disney

[Decorated_Dust]

Hey all. I mentioned this in chat last night, but I felt like I still needed to share this somewhere to get it off my chest so it doesn't eat me up. I just started hitting an emotional downturn at Disney. Yesterday, I tried Toy Story Mania for the first time and even tried a Segway at Innoventions, but I still felt fatigued and bored. Being myself, I was becoming worried that I was sick of Disney, which is a point I have been dreading.

I am staying in POR, and did not get a wink of sleep last night. I had breakfast and slept until about 2:30, but I still don't feel like going into the parks. My aunt and I are on a bonding trip, so we were hoping to make the most of my mood and just resort hop. I don't know, though. The fact is that I have been missing Disney for at least two years, but once I get here, I feel like there is nothing to do.

I don't know if anyone can relate, or has any advice. I'm pretty sure I know what is causing this (let's just call her Paula Mae Smith), but that still does not make it any less disheartening. I want to make the most of my trip. Has anyone felt like this before at the World?

 

[wishspirit]

I have had days at Disney when I am hot, tired, irritable, have been shouting at my sister non-stop etc., which has really gotten me out of the Disney mood.

Take it slow, take time to smell the roses, there is no point pushing yourself when you aren't happy. Maybe meet some characters, or do something nice for someone else (maybe buy someone else a Dole Whip for Bob), and see if the mood improves.

I hope you feel better soon, and you have a great Disney trip!

 

[SamIAm21]

I usually have one irritable meltdown moment at Disney. We are all human despite being in the magical place on Earth. Maybe just give yourself a break -- just sit down and let yourself feel it. Get it all out and maybe then you can get over your doldrums.

 

[IWISHFORDISNEY]

Our family usually has one meltdown per trip. That is when mama takes toll of the situation and slows down the pace. Genrally when I get feeling out of sorts I take a trip over to World Showcase and shop, watch the shows, make sure to catch Miyuki (sp) lollipop lady in Japan. Do things that are uniquely Disney to me. Maybe something of the sort would help. Just wander around and do nothing but enjoy the atmosphere of the park. I wouldnt bank the rest of my Disney time on just one trip or feeling. I have had many a trip take a turn for the worst and remain that way until we went home. I still always wanna go back. Shrung it off. Go do something that screams Disney to you. Maybe DTD or World Showcase; whatever floats your boat. It will get better.

 

[Decorated_Dust]

We actually decided to go to the monorail resorts and spend some time over there today. Hopefully that will help. I don't know about tomorrow, though. I just hate feeling like this at Disney. I would not exactly call it a meltdown as much as a total absence of joy. These responses are helping, though.

 

[jcb]

I'm just guessing here (as it sounds like you may have hit your issue head on) but your "resort hopping" comment and lack of sleep comment make me wonder whether you are pushing the "commando" touring style a little to hard. I am a recovering commando and found slowing down to just enjoy the details rejuvenated my interest in being in the parks and the resorts.

Regardless, I hope you have fun.

 

[LilGMom]

One thing you could try is get one of your favorite beverages, find a nice shady semi-populated spot sit and people watch. If you can find a spot close to a character interaction area even better. Or go to the Ghirardelli store and just keep walking in and out getting samples each time.

 

[Decorated_Dust]

I'm just guessing here (as it sounds like you may have hit your issue head on) but your "resort hopping" comment and lack of sleep comment make me wonder whether you are pushing the "commando" touring style a little to hard. I am a recovering commando and found slowing down to just enjoy the details rejuvenated my interest in being in the parks and the resorts.

What you said is part of the issue, but in a different way. I am actually the least commando person when it comes to Disney. I know my way around better than my hometown, and I never plan trips more than a week in advance. That being said, I was a nervous wreck all day Tuesday because I was determined to go on Splash Mountain. I never went on because I was scared of drops, and it stressed me out so much that I had to go to World Showcase and have a margarita before I went. I was not even that bad before Space Mountain, so I guess the writing was on the wall. I mean, I went on and loved it, but all the worrying took its toll. Plus, the first day was pretty busy as it is.

I am thinking that part of the issue is both emotional and physical exhaustion (unemployment has been eating at me before this trip) which I hope would be remedied once I got here. However, I am now seriously considering stopping by casting on Friday to look into being a cast member, so that has been something weighing on me as well.

In short, you are correct, but simply slowing down might not work in this situation. Thank you for the advice though. I am beginning to feel like this thread has become like a therapy session. That was not my intention, but I guess it works.

 

[jcb]

Hey, you overcame your fear of splash mountain. That is a big deal.

I'm sure you are correct about employment issues weighing heavily on you. WDW is a wonderful place but it is sometimes impossible to leave reality behind. I sure hope things pick up for you soon.

 

[miss missy]

Hey, you overcame your fear of splash mountain. That is a big deal.

I'm sure you are correct about employment issues weighing heavily on you. WDW is a wonderful place but it is sometimes impossible to leave reality behind. I sure hope things pick up for you soon.

It happens. My DD has had her moments lol. For the amount of time we spend there, it can happen. When she gets a bored moment, I can get aggravated as the time I put into making her vaca special. We snap out of it thank god.

But I think in your case the job is weighing on you. Don't worry though, tough times happen to us all. Just remember to take care of you, lack of sleep doesn't help the mood or energy level

 

[LMO429]

I think stress is to blame. Unemployment is worrisome even more so in today's economy.

I see you live in West palm beach, florida. I live in nyc. I become bored/take for granted with attractions and events (ex, times square, tribeca film festival, empire state, statue of liberty etc etc ) that someone else would think is amazing, save their money and make a countdown visit nyc to see what i see everyday. I do not know the last time you went to wdw maybe you should go every 3 to 4 years and at different times of the year (xmas, halloween etc)

From your post it seems like you are still at WDW, ENJOY!! you'll be home soon enough make the best of the time you have right now. Or you could think of it this way there is a person somewhere out there right now at this very minute wishing they were in WDW right now and are not, they may not be able to go again on a vacation for quite some time or do not have the $$$ to afford such a vacation. I am sure they would switch spots with you in a second.

 

[famsen]

Let me just say that I have gone through some of the most difficult times of my life while on vacation at Disney. I had gotten terrible news regarding my young adult daughter while at Disney Hollywood Studios. She was taken to jail at a court hearing. She had a drug problem and I know she brought it on herself but that doesn't minimize the pain. I cried myself sick for much of the trip. I don't know if being at WDW helped me deal with the news or not. I knew I was 1,200 miles away from home and there was nothing I could do. I could be sad, mad depressed, etc. but I know being at home would not have made me feel any better.

Anyway, try to enjoy yourself. Life is too short. I too have felt bored at times at WDW because we have been so many times but we always find something new to discover or something funny to laugh at and make me happy again.

 

[Decorated_Dust]

Hey all. I'm glad I'm not the only one who deals with this at times. It helps to know that I am not alone, and that things could be much worse. I am praying that this unemployment thing is very temporary, especially since I'm just out of college, but we will see.

I think I have discovered the main culpritin my current predicament. I have started taking melatonin to go to sleep, but apparently my mom heard that this messes with your hormones. As you can see from my first post, my hormones are pretty much messed up as it is, so this probably did not help. Let's see if a good night's sleep can make me better.

I was pretty terrified that I was getting sick of Disney. It was such a huge part of my childhood that the thought of parting with it makes me feel like I'm losing a member of my family. Since I'm thinking of moving to Tennessee, this might probably be my last chance to go before I'm too far away again. Right now, I'm going to try my hardest to enjoy the rest of my time here. I know that there are people who would kill to trade places with me, and that makes me feel very lucky.

 

[pklein09]

DH and I went in January over MLK weekend. I just didn't feel the magic on that trip. I didn't sleep well, and it was COLD. I didn't think I could see my breath in Florida, but it happened every morning. Granted we came from single digits, so 30s as a low was warm, but still! I had periods of really enjoying myself, but overall, it just wasn't the same as other trips. That being said, I'm in total Disney withdrawal right now because we ran out of DVC points and we can't afford a trip this year. It's killing me!!! Go figure....

You'll be fine; we all have those moments. I'll say a prayer for you that everything works out. This is just a speed bump in the path of life. Unfortunately, it hit at Disney where reality shouldn't be allowed through the gates.

--Michelle