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.
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Articles on relationship psychology, communication patterns, and conversation analysis.
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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 →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: 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 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 →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 →Rafael Nadal: Unpacking the Psychology of His Rituals
Explore Rafael Nadal's meticulous rituals through a psychological lens. Understand the potential benefits and insights behind his unique on-court behaviors.
Read article →Ray Kroc: The Psychology of Building an Empire at 52
Explore Ray Kroc's psychological portrait, revealing the determination and vision that built the McDonald's empire. Understand his motivations and impact.
Read article →Richard Branson: Psychological Portrait of an Entrepreneur
Explore Richard Branson's psychological portrait through a CBT lens. Understand the mindset driving this extraordinary entrepreneur's success and risks.
Read article →Roger Federer: How Psychology Forged a Tennis Champion
Explore Roger Federer's psychological evolution from hot-headed youth to serene tennis icon. Understand the CBT foundations of his emotional mastery and success.
Read article →Rupert Murdoch: A Psychological Portrait of a Media Mogul
Explore Rupert Murdoch's psychological portrait, examining the ambition and drive behind his media empire. Understand the mind of a titan.
Read article →Sam Altman: A Psychological Portrait of Ambition & Innovation
Explore Sam Altman's psychological portrait, examining the ambition and drive behind his tech innovations. Understand the mind of a Silicon Valley leader.
Read article →Sam Bankman-Fried: A CBT Portrait of Effective Altruism
Explore Sam Bankman-Fried's psychological portrait through a CBT lens. Understand how intentions can shift, based on public information, not a diagnosis.
Read article →Sam Walton: Unpacking the Psychology of His Frugality
Explore Sam Walton's psychological drivers behind his frugal lifestyle despite immense wealth. Understand the motivations shaping his success and Walmart's foundation.
Read article →Sébastien Chabal: A Psychological Portrait of the \"Caveman\"
Explore Sébastien Chabal's psychological portrait, analyzing the man behind the \"Caveman\" myth. Understand his identity and adaptation mechanisms.
Read article →Serena Williams: Unpacking Her Unshakeable Psychological Force
Explore Serena Williams' psychological portrait. Understand the mindset of this tennis icon and cultural phenomenon, revealing her resilience and determination.
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Read article →Shaun White: How Vulnerability Fueled His Quest for Excellence
Explore Shaun White's psychological portrait. Discover how early life challenges may have fueled his drive for excellence and creative flow, offering insights into resilience.
Read article →Simone Biles: Understanding Her Mental Strength & Vulnerability
Explore the psychological portrait of Simone Biles, examining her resilience, vulnerability, and mental health journey through a CBT lens.
Read article →Thomas Edison: Unpacking the Psychology of a Genius
Explore Thomas Edison's psychological drivers and traits. Understand the inner forces that shaped this tireless inventor's genius and impact on history.
Read article →Over 190 applied psychology articles
The Psychology and Serenity blog offers over 190 articles by Gildas Garrec, CBT psychopractitioner 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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