Episode 6- Diary Entry #6: The cost of darkness

30/10/2025 27 min
Episode 6- Diary Entry #6: The cost of darkness

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Episode Synopsis

In this powerful and deeply personal episode, host Itzel Flores opens up about why her family chooses not to celebrate Halloween and how faith, discernment, and financial wisdom all come together during this time of year.Itzel shares her perspective on how Halloween isn’t as innocent as it seems, explaining the spiritual side that many overlook from the darkness it glorifies to how it quietly seeps into our homes, schools, and even churches. She breaks down how the enemy uses distraction and fear to pull us away from peace, purpose, and God’s light.But this isn’t just a spiritual talk it’s a financial one too. 💰 Itzel reminds us how easily Halloween (and other cultural “traditions”) drain our wallets, our focus, and our energy. From costume shopping to candy to over-the-top decorations, the costs add up and so does the distraction. She encourages listeners to be intentional with their money and their mindset, reminding us that not every trend deserves our participation or our paycheck.You’ll hear how her family stands firm in their faith focusing instead on peace, gratitude, prayer, and time together. She opens up about teaching her daughter that not everything fun is good for us and that choosing light over darkness is one of the most empowering financial and spiritual decisions we can make.As the episode closes, Itzel begins to share her next journey buying her family’s home and the lessons she learned about choosing the right realtor, staying patient through the process, and how faith and finances once again came together to guide her.