You've spent countless hours building and refining your product, pouring your heart and soul into it, and finally, it's out in the world. You feel a sense of accomplishment and pride. But then, something unexpected happens. You start to feel anxious, stressed, and overwhelmed. The excitement of launch day fades, and you're left with a feeling of emptiness. Welcome to so-called post-launch depression 🫶
Post-launch depression is a common experience for many product makers. It's a feeling of a letdown after the adrenaline rush of launch day has passed. You may obsessively check your metrics, worry about user feedback, and second-guess your decisions. It's important to remember that you're not alone in this feeling, and there are ways to cope.
Let's collect the ultimate guide on how to cope with that feeling of emptiness and anxiety, which can be even bigger if you don't take #1 on the day of the launch.