The 17th Century Is Back—Monarchs, “Witches,” and the Politics of Fear

Link to our guest:https://www.findmyenergy.co.uk/What if the seventeenth century wasn’t a distant chapter in history—but a mirror for the world we live in today?The 17th Century Is Back—Monarchs, “Witches,” and the Politics of FearIn this episode, Philipp Kobald sits down with historian Katie Dean, PhD, to explore why the 17th century feels so unsettlingly familiar. Together, they examine a period marked by collapsing monarchies, religious extremism, witch hunts, and societies ruled by fear and superstition—and why these patterns are resurfacing now.This is not a nostalgic trip into the past. It’s a map of how fear shapes civilizations, how women became targets when they stepped into power, and how trauma—and the systems built on it—continue to influence modern society.It’s a conversation about history, psychology, spirituality, and human behavior in times of chaos.What You’ll LearnWhy the 17th century mirrors today’s political and social climateHow power, panic, and accusations of “witchcraft” were used as political toolsWhy superstition rises during moments of instabilityThe emotional + societal cost of living in an age defined by fearHow healing trauma changes societal structures more than ideology ever couldWhy studying history is essential in chaotic times—not optionalMemorable Quotes“Superstition replaces spirituality the moment fear enters the room.” —Philipp Kobald“If we’re going to survive this next transition, healing trauma matters more than ideology.” —Katie Dean, PhDAbout the GuestKatie Dean, PhD earned her doctorate in History from Cambridge University and later developed a healing and self-reconnection system using sacred geometry and color. She bridges academic insight with a holistic understanding of trauma, spirituality, and the human experience.🎧 Watch the full conversation on the @HolisticCircle YouTube channel.CHAPTERS00:00 Introduction and Female Empowerment in War00:28 Welcome to Holistic Circle Podcast02:06 Guest Introduction: Katie Dean02:25 Katie's Journey: From Academia to Healing03:10 Sacred Geometry and Healing Frequencies05:42 Diving into History: The 17th Century England09:17 Religious Turmoil and the Reformation17:12 Power, Control, and Superstition30:04 Superstitions and Witchcraft in History31:37 Spirituality vs. Superstition34:19 Historical Trauma and Societal Pressure34:56 Religious Turmoil and Power Struggles37:43 Women's Rights and Roles in History42:10 The Quakers' Influence45:54 The Shift to Rationality and Science55:39 Healing Trauma for a Better Future#17thcentury #historyrepeatsitself #witchhunts #traumahealing #philippkobald #holisticcircle #awakeningjourney #spiritualconversationP 78/25 (E 0096) Nov 12. 2026