Ep.90 – Putting the “wee” In Halloween Pt.4: Happy Halloween!

In the episode “Ep.90 – Putting the ‘wee’ In Halloween Pt.4: Happy Halloween!” of the Empowering Choices podcast, the hosts Joshua, Lucas, and Erik dive into the spirit of Halloween with a blend of humor, nostalgia, and practical advice for families. The episode starts with a light-hearted discussion about homemade costumes, highlighting the personal touch they bring to the Halloween experience. Joshua reminisces, “I made this a few minutes ago,” referring to his quirky costume, while Lucas discusses the uniqueness of creating something special that you can’t find in stores. The conversation takes a nostalgic turn as Erik shares fond memories of a childhood Halloween costume his father made, which wasn’t perfect but became a cherished memory. He notes, “Right up until the day, you know, Halloween, when I’m wearing it to school, I’m not exactly sold on it. But then when I saw the responses from the other kids, now I was sold on it.” This story underlines the episode’s theme of the deeper value found in personal and often imperfect efforts to celebrate the holiday. Addressing the variety of activities available during Halloween, Lucas mentions alternative activities to traditional trick-or-treating, such as attending or creating haunted houses and participating in zombie-themed events. He explains, “If they have any zombie themed activities or I have a haunted house,” suggesting these as exciting ways to celebrate if trick-or-treating isn’t an option. The hosts also discuss the importance of tailoring Halloween experiences to children’s varying sensitivity levels. Erik explains the need for parental awareness, “And you will have to set limitations. Your kids think out of the emotional center of their brain… It’s okay for them to push back, and it’s okay for you to say no, this is what we’re going to do.” This advice is aimed at helping parents navigate their children’s comfort levels with the holiday’s spookier elements. Finally, the episode wraps up with a light-hearted discussion about the potential for local businesses, like Amazon or Home Depot, to host Halloween events. Joshua jokes about the possibilities, “Maybe the Amazon warehouse should trick or treat,” which Lucas agrees would be a great PR move. The episode closes on a high note with everyone wishing listeners a Happy Halloween, encouraging them to share their holiday experiences and continue creating memorable traditions.