The Only Guarantee

Writing your own obituary: Why, how, and where to keep it.

Episode Summary

007. Ever wondered the benefits of writing your own obituary? On this episode, we dive into the emotional and practical benefits of this exercise. We share our experiences with writing obituaries for our passed-on loved ones and the stress that came with. Also, all the things we didn't know about them when we thought we did! What if we could give our loved ones a head start on the obituaries they will someday need to write for us? Listen for tips on how to start writing your own obituary and how this practice can lead to more intentional living and a smoother grieving process for your loved ones.

Episode Notes

007. Ever wondered the benefits of writing your own obituary? On this episode, we dive into the emotional and practical benefits of this exercise. We share our experiences with writing obituaries for our passed-on loved ones and the stress that came with. Also, all the things we didn't know about them when we thought we did!

What if we could give our loved ones a head start on the obituaries they will someday need to write for us?

Listen for tips on how to start writing your own obituary and how this practice can lead to more intentional living and a smoother grieving process for your loved ones.

00:00 Introduction and Catching Up

01:53 The Power of Writing Your Own Obituary

02:30 Personal Experiences with Obituaries

11:43 Guidance on Preparing Your Own Obituary

22:35 Living with Intention

27:26 Organizing Your Final Wishes

27:49 Personalizing Memorial Plans

28:29 Documenting Important Information

31:21 Creating a Motivational Bucket List

32:22 Visualizing Life Goals with 4,000 Weeks Poster

34:17 Reflecting on Weekly Achievements

35:11 The Importance of Writing Your Own Obituary

43:51 Encouraging Young Adults to Plan Ahead

46:07 Sharing and Accountability

49:54 Cherishing Lifelong Friendships

50:52 Conclusion and Resources