Key points

Halloween is an ancient holiday that originated from attempts to scare away evil spirits and bad luck.

Despite our technological accomplishments we still fear uncertainty, danger, and death.

While superstitious practices and demonizing others provide the illusion of control, they don't make us safe.

Acknowledging our common humanity, and celebrating life are more effective coping strategies.

Halloween is the perfect opportunity to think about the dichotomies inherent in the human condition. While its origins are murky, it appears to have evolved from ancient Celtic celebrations centered on the change of seasons and superstitious beliefs about evil spirits and death. During the Middle Ages, the Catholic Church attempted to replace this pagan holiday with All Souls Day, dedic

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