Wishes
The Elephant in the Room:
Your Mortal Coil...
Cocktail Party
Let's face it, discussing what happens after you kick the bucket isn't exactly cocktail party chatter.
Dentist Appointment
But avoiding it is like skipping a dental appointment - it only leads to more pain later.
Inevitable
By mapping out your final wishes, you're not just planning for the inevitable; you're making sure that...
Uncle Bob doesn't inherit your prized vinyl collection just because he's the loudest at the family reunion!
Who Gets the Goldfish?
Financial Wishes
Think estate planning is all about who gets your stocks or the family home?
Don’t forget the small stuff - like who’s taking home the goldfish!
Without a will, you leave the fate of your assets (and pets) up to the cold, impersonal state laws, which probably don’t know a thing about your sister’s allergy to your fluffy cat.
A clear will cuts through the red tape, keeping both your riches and 'Rover' exactly where you want them.
Stay in Charge, Even When You’re Out Cold!
Healthcare Wishes
Why leave your fate in the hands of others?
Don’t let Aunt Marge, who believes in old wives' tales dictate your fate!
A healthcare directive speaks for you when you can't, ensuring you're not subjected to treatments you'd never agree to if you could shout about it. It’s about staying in the driver’s seat, even if you’re technically in the backseat, unconscious.
Make sure your health care doesn't resemble an episode of "House."
Your Final Party Plans: Woot!
Memorial Wishes
How do you want to be sent off?
A Viking funeral with a flaming ship, perhaps?
Getting clear about your exit strategy avoids having your wake into a karaoke night. Deciding before hand whether being burnt on a ship or buried under a tree in a basket weave casket you provide a clear path for your loved ones what to do. A quiet memorial or a lavish send-off, can profoundly impact how you are honored and remembered. By dictating the details of your memorial, to celebrate your life and values, can make the grieving process a little easier and a lot more meaningful.
Ensure your last hurrah is exactly how you’d want it - minus any unexpected renditions of "YMCA."
Dealing with someone else's final wishes...
The great treasure hunt and emotional roller-coaster of wild emotions
Practically, it’s about ticking boxes and filling forms during an already tough time. Emotionally, it’s a wild ride that whips between grief and bafflement as you wonder, "Where in the world did they stash their will and how do I get into their accounts?"
Honoring these wishes is more than just a legal obligation; it’s a final act of love, peppered with a dash of existential contemplation and a sprinkle of "I guess I’m in charge of the parrot now."
Clarity is Sanity: Juggling Swords
In the emotional minefield that follows a loved one's departure...
Unclear or inaccessible wishes can cause family feuds that make arguments about where to go on holiday like polite disagreements!
Whether it's a complex blended family saga or just your typical estrangement episode, crystal clear directives are your best defense. Ensure if you are an Executor, the person's records and documents are not only up-to-date but also easily accessible.
Avoid giving Cousin Joe a chance to "accidentally" misplace the paperwork that doesn’t favour him!
Ready To Get Ready?
Do you need a helping hand with a step-by-step approach?
Take a look at our 13 Essential Guides, complete with video tutorials and weekly workshops designed to help you 'Get Stuff Done'. In Guides 10, 11, and 12, we specifically focus on discussing and preparing our wishes. Explore the Life Ready Pathway to start preparing today!
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