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I dont want to sound judgemental but... it sounds like you were not in the right frame of mind...your need to blow off steam had you riding harder than your mind was ready for.
Some causes of what you felt might be...
1) Tire pressure could be one cause.
2) Progressive springs, new oil, etc... might help as well.

Did you do a pre-ride check before you took off?
When was the alst time you did any fork oil maintenence?

Good luck!