https://peopleandmind.com/tags/historical-psychology/Recent content in Historical Psychology on PeopleAndMindHugo -- gohugo.ioen-usFri, 27 Mar 2026 15:11:54 +0000https://peopleandmind.com/2026/03/did-a-1536-jousting-accident-turn-henry-viii-into-a-tyrant/Fri, 27 Mar 2026 15:11:54 +0000https://peopleandmind.com/2026/03/did-a-1536-jousting-accident-turn-henry-viii-into-a-tyrant/What Happened: The Accident That Changed History On January 24, 1536, Henry VIII participated in what would become his final jousting tournament. The 44-year-old king, renowned for his physical prowess and love of athletic competition, was knocked from his horse along with an unknown opponent. But this wasn’t just any fall—Henry’s massive warhorse, weighing hundreds of kilograms and encased in heavy armor, rolled directly on top of the unconscious monarch.https://peopleandmind.com/2026/03/elizabeth-i-podcast-explores-psychology-of-historys-greatest-queen/Tue, 24 Mar 2026 15:10:51 +0000https://peopleandmind.com/2026/03/elizabeth-i-podcast-explores-psychology-of-historys-greatest-queen/What Happened HistoryExtra has launched a comprehensive podcast series examining Elizabeth I’s life and reign, featuring historian Nicola Tallis alongside host Rachel Dinning. The series covers Elizabeth’s complete story arc, from her traumatic early years through her rise to power and her celebrated “Golden Age.” The podcast explores not just historical events, but the psychological drivers behind Elizabeth’s decisions and leadership style. The series is accompanied by a curated reading list that allows listeners to explore topics in greater depth, suggesting this is positioned as educational content rather than entertainment.https://peopleandmind.com/2026/03/elizabeth-is-secret-ring-reveals-her-hidden-love-for-mother-anne-boleyn/Thu, 19 Mar 2026 16:32:16 +0000https://peopleandmind.com/2026/03/elizabeth-is-secret-ring-reveals-her-hidden-love-for-mother-anne-boleyn/What Happened Dr. Nicola Tallis, speaking on the HistoryExtra podcast, has uncovered compelling evidence that Elizabeth I maintained a secret emotional connection to her mother Anne Boleyn throughout her reign. The most striking piece of evidence is a locket ring that Elizabeth wore, which contained a hidden portrait of Anne Boleyn alongside one of herself. This discovery challenges the long-held assumption that Elizabeth distanced herself entirely from her mother’s memory. Anne Boleyn was executed on May 19, 1536, on charges of adultery, treason, and incest with her brother - accusations that modern historians largely consider fabricated to enable Henry VIII’s third marriage.https://peopleandmind.com/2026/03/ancient-roman-health-routine-that-modern-science-validates/Sun, 08 Mar 2026 14:11:54 +0000https://peopleandmind.com/2026/03/ancient-roman-health-routine-that-modern-science-validates/What Happened Pliny the Elder (AD 23-79), one of ancient Rome’s most accomplished intellectuals, maintained a rigorous daily routine that would impress even today’s wellness experts. Living in a villa overlooking the Bay of Naples, this cavalry commander-turned-scholar structured his days around multiple activities that modern research shows are crucial for health and longevity. According to historical accounts from his nephew Pliny the Younger, the elder Pliny read and dictated notes constantly, wrote while traveling, and had books read aloud during meals.