[shakna]

Halloween is connected to the religious festivals, All Hallow's Eve and Día de Muertos. Whilst commercialism may have overtaken the holiday today, it is still a deeply sacred event to some, and can cause offense when it isn't treated that way.

In the same way some Christians are offended by the commercialisation of Easter and Christmas.

[herewulf]

"Real world religions" would be better served by concerning themselves with more productive pursuits than getting worked up over every little perceived offense. Then there would be no ire at all!

[shakna]

You appear to have taken offence, at people taking offence. Which points towards beliefs you may hold.

Yes, there is balance to be found. But if people point out you've made fun of their beliefs, then adapt. No need to act out. We all have beliefs, whether or not that is an organised belief. Ideaology is everywhere in everything.

People are still people. Communicate and the irritation can fade.

[b_e_n_t_o_n]

You appear to have taken offence, at people taking offence, to people taking offence!

[shakna]

Did you want to try the communication part of the suggestion?