End of life

For many people, the idea of an open, frank discussion about the end of their life is something to avoid.

Yet, taking steps early can provide its own comfort, not only for you, but also for those you love most. Though accepting the reality of talking about death is a hurdle to overcome, once you start talking about what you want to happen when you die you might actually find – as most people do – that it’s a weight off the shoulders.

Equally, having similar discussions with older relatives and discussing what they want in the event of their death or what the best options are to help support and care for them, will benefit all parties involved. In both situations, knowing there is a plan in place will avoid a lot of unwelcome stress, for you and your loved ones.

Sharing thoughts with those closest to you certainly makes it easier for all involved to one day reach necessary decisions. By having talked it through, no one is put in that unwelcome position of trying to second guess what others might have wanted. Not only that, by broaching this thorny issue you and your loved ones can talk with heartfelt honesty about what you mean to each other. This, in itself, is invaluable.

These discussions are not something to be rushed in an impromptu setting. It is something you need to prepare for properly and to set aside appropriate time for, so family members can listen attentively, and so you can express yourself with intimacy and emotion without fear of disturbance.

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