Preparing for Death

In today's society, we tend to ignore death. Many avoid discussing it, thinking about it, and planning for it. While we know that death is inevitable, we are often unwilling to think it will ever happen to us.

Planning For Your Death

Death is a natural part of life. The following list will, when done mindfully, will help you to not only confront your own death but to take control of it. Below are some mindful ideas to help your family when your death occurs.

• Write a will, notarize it, and provide a copy to your executor as well as any other individuals who are important in the settlement of your estate.
• Designate a Power of Attorney and Living Will, two essential documents if you are ever unable to care for your financial, medical, or legal needs due to an accident or illness.
• Make a detailed plan of your funeral or memorial service, which will help your survivors acknowledge and celebrate your accomplishments.
• Organize all financial papers including insurance policies, bills, mortgage papers, vehicle titles, and loan documents. It may be useful to consider adding a trusted family member to your bank accounts.
• Secure your digital life for your survivors. Make sure to list all account passwords and usernames and let your survivors know how you would like your digital real estate (email and social media accounts) handled after your death.