Kylian Mbappé: The Psychology of a Young Champion
Inside Kylian Mbappé's psychology: how pressure, ambition, and early success shaped his mindset, seen through a clinical, evidence-based lens.
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Articles on relationship psychology, CBT, well-being and personal development.
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Lance Armstrong: A Psychological Portrait of His Journey
Explore Lance Armstrong's complex psychological journey from triumph to fall. This portrait examines cognitive and behavioral factors behind his remarkable life.
Read the article →Lance Armstrong: A Psychological Portrait of His Journey
Explore Lance Armstrong's complex psychological journey from triumph to fall. This portrait examines cognitive and behavioral factors behind his remarkable life.
Read the article →Larry Page: A Psychological Portrait of Google's Co-founder
Explore Larry Page's psychological dynamics and how his personality influenced Google's leadership and journey. Understand his impact. Learn more.
Read the article →Larry Page: A Psychological Portrait of Google's Co-founder
Explore Larry Page's psychological dynamics and how his personality influenced Google's leadership and journey. Understand his impact. Learn more.
Read the article →Laure Manaudou: A Portrait of Resilience & Personal Growth
Explore Laure Manaudou's psychological journey, examining her resilience, defense mechanisms, and attachment styles for personal reconstruction.
Read the article →Laure Manaudou: A Portrait of Resilience & Personal Growth
Explore Laure Manaudou's psychological journey, examining her resilience, defense mechanisms, and attachment styles for personal reconstruction.
Read the article →LeBron James: A CBT Psychological Portrait & Analysis
Explore LeBron James's psychological portrait through a CBT lens. Understand the resilience and determination shaping his success and leadership.
Read the article →LeBron James: A CBT Psychological Portrait & Analysis
Explore LeBron James's psychological portrait through a CBT lens. Understand the resilience and determination shaping his success and leadership.
Read the article →Lewis Hamilton: F1 Icon's Psychology & Resilience
Explore Lewis Hamilton's psychological portrait, examining the resilience and drive behind his F1 success and social activism. Understand his unique journey.
Read the article →Lewis Hamilton: F1 Icon's Psychology & Resilience
Explore Lewis Hamilton's psychological portrait, examining the resilience and drive behind his F1 success and social activism. Understand his unique journey.
Read the article →Lionel Messi: Psychological Portrait of Resilience & Growth
Explore Lionel Messi's psychological journey, revealing how early challenges shaped his resilience and perseverance. Understand the mind of a football legend.
Read the article →Lionel Messi: Psychological Portrait of Resilience & Growth
Explore Lionel Messi's psychological journey, revealing how early challenges shaped his resilience and perseverance. Understand the mind of a football legend.
Read the article →Magic Johnson: Resilience & Leadership After HIV Diagnosis
Explore Magic Johnson's psychological journey, from NBA star to HIV advocate. Learn how he transformed adversity into a catalyst for growth and leadership.
Read the article →Magic Johnson: Resilience & Leadership After HIV Diagnosis
Explore Magic Johnson's psychological journey, from NBA star to HIV advocate. Learn how he transformed adversity into a catalyst for growth and leadership.
Read the article →Marco Pantani: A Psychological Portrait of
Explore the psychological factors that shaped Marco Pantani's rise and tragic fall. Understand the pressures on a national hero.
Read the article →Marco Pantani: A Psychological Portrait of
Explore the psychological factors that shaped Marco Pantani's rise and tragic fall. Understand the pressures on a national hero.
Read the article →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 the article →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 the 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 the article →Over 2100 applied psychology articles
The Psychologie et Sérénité blog offers over 2100 articles written by Gildas Garrec, CBT psychotherapist. Each article is based on validated psychological models (Gottman, Young, attachment theory, CBT) to provide concrete keys to understanding.
Couple communication — Gottman's 4 horsemen, the 5:1 ratio, stonewalling, NVC
Attachment — Anxious, avoidant, disorganized styles, path to secure attachment
Emotional dependency — The 10 signs, self-assessment tests, CBT strategies
Ghosting & dating — Ghosting, breadcrumbing, curving, orbiting, zombieing
Manipulation — Gaslighting, control, narcissistic pervert, psychological violence
Infidelity — Understanding, forgiving, trauma bonding, reconstruction
Anxiety & stress — Relationship anxiety, burnout, rumination, insomnia
Jealousy — Pathological jealousy, retrospective, 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 family
Young's 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