Usain Bolt: Psychological Mastery & Peak Performance Secrets
Explore Usain Bolt's unique psychological approach to performance. Discover how his mindset, rooted in Jamaican culture, fueled his Olympic success.
Read article →Blog — Psychology & Mental Health
Articles on psychology, mental health, relationships, anxiety, personality and psychological well-being.
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Andrew Carnegie: Guilt, Drive, & His Quest for Meaning
Explore Andrew Carnegie's psychological portrait, examining how early experiences shaped his immense drive, wealth, and profound quest for meaning and redemption.
Read article →Andrew Carnegie: Guilt, Wealth, & His Psychological Portrait
Explore Andrew Carnegie's psychological portrait, examining how early experiences shaped his quest for meaning and redemption amidst immense wealth.
Read article →Anna Wintour: Unpacking the Psychology of an Icon
Explore the complex psychology of Anna Wintour, the "Ice Queen" of fashion. Discover what drives her unwavering influence and iconic persona.
Read article →Anna Wintour: Unpacking the Psychology Behind Her Persona
Explore Anna Wintour's psychological traits and public image through a CBT lens. Understand the mind behind the icon and her enduring influence.
Read article →Ayrton Senna: Psychology of a Racing Legend's Drive
Explore Ayrton Senna's psychological drive, relentless perfectionism, and deep spirituality. Understand the inner world of this Formula 1 icon.
Read article →Ayrton Senna: A Psychological Portrait of a Racing Legend
Explore the psychological drivers behind Ayrton Senna's extraordinary career. This portrait offers insights into his passion, perfectionism, and spirituality.
Read article →Bernard Arnault: Psychological Traits Behind His Success
Explore Bernard Arnault's psychological traits and motivations driving his LVMH empire. Understand the mind of this luxury titan and his path to success.
Read article →Bernard Arnault: A CBT Psychological Portrait of a Luxury Icon
Explore Bernard Arnault's psychological portrait through a CBT lens. Understand the mindset and strategies driving the LVMH luxury empire.
Read article →Bill Gates: Unpacking His Mindset & Psychological Traits
Explore Bill Gates' psychological portrait, from tech pioneer to global philanthropist. Understand the mindset shaping his remarkable journey and impact.
Read article →Bill Gates: Unpacking the Mind of a Tech Visionary
Explore Bill Gates' psychological portrait, from tech prodigy to philanthropist. Understand the mindset behind his journey and global impact.
Read article →Cristiano Ronaldo: Unpacking His Drive & Psychology
Explore Cristiano Ronaldo's psychological portrait to understand his exceptional motivation, ego, and resilience. Discover insights into human drive and achievement.
Read article →Cristiano Ronaldo: A Psychological Portrait of Drive & Resilience
Explore Cristiano Ronaldo's psychological portrait, examining the motivation, ego, and resilience that shaped his exceptional journey.
Read article →Diego Maradona: A Psychological Portrait of a Football Icon
Explore Diego Maradona's complex psychological journey from prodigy to global icon. Understand the inner struggles behind his extraordinary life and career.
Read article →Diego Maradona: A Psychological Portrait of a Football Icon
Explore Diego Maradona's psychological portrait, examining the inner demons and coping mechanisms that shaped his extraordinary life and career.
Read article →Eddy Merckx: The Psychology of a Cycling Champion
Explore Eddy Merckx's psychological profile to understand the ambition and drive behind his cycling dominance. Discover the mindset of a champion.
Read article →Francois Pinault: Unpacking His Ambitious Psychological Drive
Explore the psychological drivers behind Francois Pinault's extraordinary rise from rural Brittany to global luxury and art. Understand his quest for recognition.
Read article →François Pinault: Unpacking the Psychology of an Empire Builder
Explore the psychological drivers behind François Pinault's journey from rural Brittany to global luxury. Understand his motivations and ambition.
Read article →George Soros: Trauma, Resilience & His Philanthropic Drive
Explore George Soros's psychological portrait, examining how early trauma and cognitive patterns shaped his resilience and philanthropic drive.
Read article →George Soros: A Portrait of Resilience & Philanthropy
Explore George Soros's psychological portrait, examining how early trauma shaped his resilience and drive for social change. Understand his unique journey.
Read article →Over 1900 applied psychology articles
The Psychologie et Sérénité blog features over 1900 articles written by Gildas Garrec, CBT psycho-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, 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
Infidelity — Understanding, forgiveness, trauma bonding, recovery
Anxiety & stress — Relationship anxiety, burnout, rumination, insomnia
Jealousy — Pathological, retrospective, social media jealousy
Breakup & grief — 7 stages, no contact, relationship PTSD
Couple & cohabitation — Moving in, arguments, libido, mental load
Parenting — Parental alienation, co-parenting, blended families
Young's schemas — 18 early maladaptive 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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