Henry VIII: Why He Destroyed What He Loved (CBT Analysis)
Explore Henry VIII's complex psychology through a CBT lens. Understand his dysfunctional patterns and relational anxiety in this clinical analysis.
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Articles on relationship psychology, CBT, well-being and personal development.
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Hirohito: What Drove His Adaptive Dissociation?
Explore Emperor Hirohito's psychology and adaptive dissociation. Understand how he navigated dual identities amidst immense historical pressure.
Read the article →Houellebecq: Why His Psychology Both Fascinates & Disturbs
Explore the complex psychology of Michel Houellebecq using CBT and schema therapy. Understand why his work uniquely fascinates and disturbs readers.
Read the article →Talleyrand: How One Man Manipulated Europe (Psychology)
Explore Talleyrand's psychological profile, from childhood trauma to sophisticated defense mechanisms. Understand how CBT explains his remarkable political survival.
Read the article →Takeshi Kitano: Analyzing His Genius & Complex Psychology
Explore Takeshi Kitano's complex psyche through CBT & Young's schemas. Understand the psychological roots of his cinematic genius and personal struggles.
Read the article →Jean Genet: How He Transformed Shame into Artistry
Explore Jean Genet's journey from abandonment to art. Discover how CBT and schema therapy explain his unique psychological transformation of shame into poetry.
Read the article →Kandinsky: Why He Painted His Emotions & What It Means
Explore Kandinsky's emotional world through a psychological lens. Understand how his internal conflicts shaped his revolutionary art and personal journey.
Read the article →Bernard-Marie Koltès: His Unique Psychological Profile Explained
Explore Bernard-Marie Koltès's unique psychological profile using CBT and schema therapy. Understand how early experiences shaped his dramatic genius.
Read the article →Kublai Khan: Unpacking His Motivations & Psychology
Explore Kublai Khan's complex motivations through a CBT lens. Understand the psychological factors that shaped this historical figure. Learn more now.
Read the article →Lautreamont: Understanding His Strange Psychology & Nihilism
Explore Lautreamont's unique psychology and creative nihilism through a CBT lens. Understand the early schemas and beliefs that shaped his worldview.
Read the article →Levinas: Why Psychologists Are So Fascinated by His Ethics
Explore Emmanuel Levinas's psychological portrait, examining the cognitive schemas and ethical intuitions that fascinate psychologists.
Read the article →Li Bai: Understanding the Torment of a Tang Dynasty Genius
Explore Li Bai's psychological torment through Young's schemas and CBT. Understand the emotional instability of this Tang dynasty poet and its origins.
Read the article →Lord Byron: Why Was He Self-Destructive? A CBT View
Explore Lord Byron's self-destructive patterns through a CBT lens. Understand his early trauma and attachment issues for deeper psychological insight.
Read the article →Machiavelli: Why Some Manipulate Without Guilt
Explore Machiavelli's psychology to understand why some manipulate without guilt. This CBT-informed analysis reveals key schemas and traits.
Read the article →André Pieyre de Mandiargues: Decrypting His Complex Psychology
Explore André Pieyre de Mandiargues' psychology through CBT. Uncover the schemas and motivations behind his unique literary world and relationships.
Read the article →Marcus Aurelius: What His Fears Reveal About Your Own
Explore Marcus Aurelius's psychology through modern frameworks. Understand how his struggles with impermanence reflect your own attachment and schema patterns.
Read the article →Marie Kondo: Why Her Method Psychologically Fascinates Us
Explore the psychological reasons behind Marie Kondo's global appeal. This analysis uses CBT and developmental insights to understand her profound impact and fascination.
Read the article →Maxime Gorki: Understanding His Enduring Psychological Impact
Explore Maxime Gorki's psychology through CBT and schema therapy. Uncover how his life experiences shaped his personality and continue to fascinate us.
Read the article →Mencius: A Psychological Portrait for Modern CBT Insights
Explore Mencius's psychological profile through Young's schemas, attachment, and CBT. Discover how this ancient philosopher's life offers therapeutic insights today.
Read the article →Jules Michelet: Hidden Wounds & Romantic Patterns Explored
Explore Jules Michelet's psychological profile through CBT. Understand how early schemas shaped his relationships and historical writings, offering new insights.
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