Marco Pantani: A Psychological Portrait of the Fallen 'Pirate'
Explore the psychological factors that shaped Marco Pantani's tragic destiny, from glory to downfall. Understand the pressures on a national hero.
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Articles on relationship psychology, communication patterns, and conversation analysis.
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Marie-José Pérec: Unpacking the Psychology of an Icon
Explore the psychological portrait of Marie-José Pérec, 'La Gazelle,' and understand the mental challenges of high performance and fame in sports.
Read article →Mark Zuckerberg: A CBT Psychological Portrait
Explore Mark Zuckerberg's public persona through a CBT lens. Understand the psychological dynamics shaping this tech visionary's journey and impact.
Read article →Mark Zuckerberg: A Psychological Portrait & His Mindset
Explore Mark Zuckerberg's psychological portrait through a CBT lens. Understand the mindset of the Meta founder and his journey in the digital world.
Read article →Martina Navratilova: Portrait of Courage & Resilience
Explore Martina Navratilova's psychological journey, a testament to courage, authenticity, and resilience. Understand her impact on and off the court.
Read article →Martina Navratilova: Portrait of a Resilient Free Spirit
Explore Martina Navratilova's psychological portrait, revealing how her courage and authenticity shaped an iconic life. Understand her journey to resilience.
Read article →Michael Jordan: The Psychology of a Champion's Mindset
Explore Michael Jordan's psychological portrait. Understand the internal drives and competitive spirit that shaped his unparalleled career and success.
Read article →Michael Jordan: A Psychological Portrait of Obsession
Explore Michael Jordan's psychological drivers, from his competitive spirit to the impact of loss, in this in-depth portrait. Understand the man behind the myth.
Read article →Michael Phelps: Overcoming ADHD & Depression for Success
Explore Michael Phelps's journey with ADHD and depression, and learn how he built resilience. Discover insights from his inspiring psychological portrait.
Read article →Michael Schumacher: A CBT Portrait of F1 Success
Explore Michael Schumacher's psychological profile through a CBT lens. Understand the mindset behind his F1 success and resilience.
Read article →Mike Tyson: A Psychological Portrait & Path to Peace
Explore Mike Tyson's complex psychological journey from boxing icon to inner peace. Understand his life through a CBT lens without clinical diagnosis.
Read article →Nadia Comaneci: Resilience & Perfection in Gymnastics
Explore Nadia Comaneci's psychological journey from Olympic perfection to resilience. Understand her struggles and triumphs through a CBT lens.
Read article →Nikola Tesla: A Psychological Portrait of a Visionary
Explore Nikola Tesla's psychological landscape. Understand the complexities behind his genius and lasting impact on our modern electrified world.
Read article →Nikola Tesla: Unpacking the Solitary Genius's Mind
Explore Nikola Tesla's psychological portrait, examining the traits and experiences that shaped this solitary genius. Understand his complex personality and legacy.
Read article →Novak Djokovic: A Portrait of Mental Resilience & Mindset
Explore Novak Djokovic's psychological resilience and mindset. This portrait analyzes his journey, offering insights into his mental strength and public persona.
Read article →Novak Djokovic: Portrait of a Resilient Champion's Mind
Explore Novak Djokovic's psychological portrait, examining how resilience and early life experiences shaped his extraordinary tennis career and identity.
Read article →Patrick Drahi: Unpacking His Business Mind & Psychological Drive
Explore Patrick Drahi's psychological drivers and ambitious strategies. Understand the mindset of this enigmatic business leader and his empire-building approach.
Read article →Patrick Drahi: Unpacking the Psychology of an Empire Builder
Explore the psychological drivers behind Patrick Drahi's audacious business strategies and discreet persona. Understand his quest for mastery.
Read article →Pele: A Psychological Portrait of a Football Icon
Explore Pele's psychological journey from humble beginnings to global stardom. Understand the attachment styles and coping mechanisms that shaped this football legend.
Read article →Pelé: A Psychological Portrait of a Brazilian Icon
Explore Pelé's psychological journey, from childhood to global fame. This portrait offers insights into the schemas and attachment styles that shaped his iconic life.
Read article →Over 190 applied psychology articles
The Psychology and Serenity blog offers over 190 articles by Gildas Garrec, CBT practitioner in Nantes. Each article draws on validated psychological models (Gottman, Young, attachment theory, CBT) to offer practical insights.
Couple Communication — Gottman’s 4 horsemen, the 5:1 ratio, stonewalling, NVC
Attachment — Anxious, avoidant, disorganized styles, path to secure attachment
Emotional Dependency — 10 signs, self-assessment tests, CBT strategies
Ghosting & Dating — Ghosting, breadcrumbing, curving, orbiting, zombieing
Manipulation — Gaslighting, coercive control, narcissistic abuse, psychological violence
Infidelity — Understanding, forgiving, trauma bonding, rebuilding
Anxiety & Stress — Relationship anxiety, burnout, rumination, insomnia
Jealousy — Pathological jealousy, retroactive, social media
Breakup & Grief — The 7 stages, no contact, relationship PTSD
Couple & Cohabitation — Moving in, arguments, libido, mental load
Parenting — Parental alienation, co-parenting, blended families
Young Schemas — 18 early schemas, cognitive distortions
Dating Apps — Mental health impact, paradox of choice, dating fatigue
Mental Health — When to consult, online therapy, CBT vs EMDR
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