Current events have an impact on our mental health, and with the 24-hour news cycle, it can be hard to escape them. From climate crisis to a potential impeachment to shootings, there’s no shortage of news stories that can create anxiety and feelings of hopelessness. In some cases, the constant exposure to these events can also exacerbate phobias and fear of certain things that are statistically unlikely to happen to an individual.
Some of the most well-known historical events have left a lasting impression on our world, shaping politics, economics and culture for years to come. For example, the American Revolution, which began with protests at the Boston Tea Party and ended with the shot heard ’round the world (the Battle of Lexington and Concord), is still remembered today as one of the most significant revolutionary moments in history. The French Revolution, which swept away the monarchy and established the ideas of liberté, egalité, fraternité as France’s national motto, was another major event that changed the world for the better.
Other major historic events include the Civil Rights Movement, which led to landmark legislation that helped eradicate racism in the US and made leaps and bounds towards racial equality. The World War II, which was devastating in terms of loss of life and disrupted economies across the globe, is still remembered for its significant impact on global politics. The atomic bombs dropped on Hiroshima and Nagasaki are another event that will have long-lasting effects on the world.