![]() And of course, tomorrow is always tomorrow and next week is always a week away. ![]() You never think, “today is the day.” It might be tomorrow or next week, but never today. What to Include in “Open When I Die” Lettersĭeath is always a surprise, even if you are expecting it. Ultimately, writing letters to your loved ones in the event of your death does two things: It gives you peace of mind, and it provides comfort and direction to those you care about most. This can be anything from practical guidance (questions about life support, funeral arrangements, burial vs cremation) to instructions for the future (educational plans and goals for cultivating virtue in your children, your legacy, a desire for your spouse to find happiness and remarry if desired) to whatever else you may want to include in your final wishes. You want to make your last wishes and personal instructions known. There is much you can say to provide comfort the best is simply to say that you love them and are proud of them. By writing a final letter, or by making a video or audio recording, the thoughtfulness alone with offer great comfort to your family and loved ones. You want to give comfort to the ones you are leaving behind. You want to keep your memory “alive.” For example, if you have young children, this is a way to interact with them when they are older long after you’re gone. Or perhaps there are things you’ve long meant to say, but for whatever reason have been unable to do so. Sometimes you can say things in writing that you might not say in person. It’s easier to write your thoughts than to speak them out loud. There are many reasons why you may want to write a letter to your loved ones. ![]() Here’s why, how, and some ideas on what to say. Should you write a final letter when you’re healthy and vibrant? Or should you wait until you are sick and dying? Should you write it down, record your voice, or leave a video behind?įortunately, if you are reading this, you probably have time to put together some final words for your loved ones. ![]() Have you ever thought about writing one and how it would impact someone after you are gone? Have you ever received an “end of life letter?” Unfortunately, not everyone gets the opportunity to receive a last letter from a loved one. ![]()
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