Plan Your Last Party

Sadly, there are likely only two opportunities where everyone you love will gather in one room— your wedding and your funeral. Unfortunately, you can only attend one, although I’ m still trying to figure out how I can attend my own funeral( all my favourite people drinking wine and talking about me? I want to be there!). Whether you prefer burial or cremation, no funeral, a small service, something religious, or more of a party, writing down your wishes removes guesswork for your family and lets them honour your wishes.

Lastly, Tell Your Family or Friends

This conversation doesn’ t need to be a sit-down, serious meeting, unless that’ s what you would prefer. You can start with little conversations about any one item. Nervous to start the conversation? Covenant Health Institute offers conversation starters and games— again in multiple languages— on the same website as the My Wishes workbook.

Preparing for your own death isn’ t about being morbid or giving up— it’ s a final act of responsibility, love, and self-respect.

What to Review Every Three to Five Years

• Your will and named executor

• Enduring Power of Attorney and Personal Directive

• Beneficiaries of insurance and pensions

• Changes in family circumstances( marriage, divorce, deaths)— not just yours, but any named beneficiaries

• Health status and care preferences

• Where documents are stored and who knows about them

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