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Barbara Duchnowski, LCSW
October 30, 2024
Emotional Health

8 Tips for Overcoming Broken Heart Syndrome

We have all heard about being broken hearted, but did you know it was a real medical diagnosis? The end of a relationship, whether by death, illness, divorce, separation, abuse can be devastating. Our world as we know it has fallen apart. This is a trauma, and our minds and bodies respond accordingly. So many...

Barbara Duchnowski, LCSW
October 3, 2024
Emotional Health

What Do Bicycling and Mending a Broken Heart Have in Common?

Your relationship ended months or even years ago; so why is it so hard to move forward? To start, not only did the relationship end but also all the hopes and dreams that went along with it. The future that was once so neatly planned is now full of uncertainty. It is normal to...

Barbara Duchnowski, LCSW
September 24, 2024
Emotional Health

Three Steps to Letting Go of Anger

Anger that comes at the end or towards the end of a relationship can manifest with a fury and rage. Those around us become uncomfortable with our anger and we are frequently told to “let it go”. Amid this anger, what is much more helpful to hear is “You have every right to your anger.” ...

Barbara Duchnowski, LCSW
May 15, 2024
Emotional Health, Relationships

Recovery From Narcissistic Abuse

Recovering from narcissistic abuse can be a long and arduous journey. It can be difficult to rebuild your self-esteem and confidence after being manipulated and belittled by a narcissistic partner or family member. However, it is possible to heal and move forward from the trauma. The first step in recovering from narcissistic abuse is to...

Barbara Duchnowski, LCSW
March 30, 2024
Emotional Health, Relationships, Self Care

A Good Life. Why Am I Not Happy?

The alarm goes off, marking the start of another beautiful day. On the surface, everything seems perfect. Your basic needs are met; you have a nice home, a beautiful family, fashionable clothes, and financial security. Everyone around you remarks on how fortunate you are to lead such a comfortable life. Yet, despite these comforts, you...