I've only been here a month or so, so one of the vets may do a better job answering. But I'll give it a shot anyway.
I think that generally, the WW thinks they want freedom. They think that the LBS is the chain holding them back. So I'm sure that initially there is a sense of excitement and elation at being "freed". Eventually though, they will experience the loss of your relationship and see what they've done. It may take months/years, but that initial rush fades and they see where they are and don't like it
Remember, they are just as confused, scared, and hurt as you are! The natural defense is to run away from the pain. So you need to keep the road home cleared for when they realize that they actually do want to R. And then they can see the new YOU and fall in love again.
