HB, it IS somehow easier to 'fight' during the A b/c there is something TANGIBLE to fight for and also something to fight against.
Once the OW is out of the way and things are in the gray area, it's much more harder to see what you're fighting against. And what you're fighting for seems SO out of reach at times. Makes it harder to 'see' the enemy, so to speak.
So yes, that part is WAY normal. Just thought I'd mention.
Forget the former things; do not dwell on the past. See, I am doing a new thing! Is 43:18-19
If it seems slow in coming, wait. It's on its way. It will come right on time. Hab 2:3