Newsletter for October 31, 2025

Halloween's Dark Side: Time to Choose Light Over Shadows?

Hey Bizzy Fam,

I used to love Halloween! Dressing up as my favorite character, trick-or-treating with friends, racing home to count candy against my siblings—it was pure magic. My kids did the same, and those memories still warm my heart. It felt innocent, fun, a harmless blast of creativity and sweets. But lately, more and more things have caught my eye about Halloween that I never even considered before, and I want to share them with you—not to judge, but to spark awareness. What you do with it? Totally up to you. No shade, just some food for thought.

What I hadn't thought about was the wickedness woven into the day. People dress as ghouls, bloody monsters, and terrifying figures—what message does that send when we bring it home? Again, I loved Halloween, and I'm not here to rain on anyone's parade. The reason I'm bringing up the darkness is simply to make you aware. The fairies and princesses? Adorable. But the gore and blood? It might invite some negative vibes we don't need. Is it demonic? I don't know, but I want you to think about it.

I'm including a link to a clip from Shawn Ryan’s podcast with Father Dan Reehil as his guest. Father Dan discusses Halloween as the devil's day, and since he's been on It’s Bizzy and I went to Medjugorje with him, I trust his insight. He's legit, y'all. I've heard this from others too—that Halloween ushers in darkness. In the video, Father Dan also shares horrifying stories, like people picking up homeless folks promising shelter, only to burn them at the stake. Watch it yourself and form your own opinion: https://youtube.com/shorts/iPRrjLDC4Ro?si=jrzdBFIENLmn33mZ.

If you're new to my story or recall it from past newsletters, when I went to Medjugorje, I was deep into yoga, thinking it was all good vibes. But there, it was brought to my attention that some yoga poses can open doors to spirits. I thought, "Ridiculous! Yoga's healthy." But God had other plans, and my skepticism got a reality check.

We went to a breathtaking church in a grotto with Mediterranean views—pure magic. Father Dan was officiating Mass, and when one of my fellow travelers went for Communion, a demonic voice took over her. It was the scariest thing I've ever witnessed. I called my husband, JF, and said, "Get rid of the yoga gear, Buddhas, crystals—everything! I don't need bad energy in our home."

We’re living in dark times, fam. The less darkness I invite in, the better. But here's the flip side: the day after Halloween is All Saints' Day, November 1st—a celebration of all saints without their own special day. Here's a quick rundown from Gemini when I asked:

All Saints' Day Quick Facts

·       Date: November 1st

·       Purpose: Honor all Christian saints, known and unknown, who've reached heaven.

·       Denominations: Mainly Roman Catholic, Anglican, Lutheran, Eastern Orthodox.

·       Liturgical Rank: Solemnity in Catholicism—a Holy Day of Obligation (Mass required).

·       Vigil: Starts October 31st (Halloween/All Hallows' Eve).

·       Follow-Up: All Souls' Day (November 2nd) for praying for the departed in Purgatory.

·       Roots: 4th century, formalized by Pope Gregory IV in the 9th century.

·       Traditions: Church services, reflection; in Europe/Latin America, cemetery visits with candles and decorations.

Bring some light into your life if you're feeling the dark. You don’t have to hand out candy or host goblins at your door—it’s all up to you. I just wanted to bring this to your attention. No judgment, just awareness.

Have a fantastic weekend, fam—you're not alone!

XOXO,
Bizzy
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