The Death Positive Movement & How to Be Death Positive
Maybe you’ve heard the term “death positive.” What is it? An attitude, a movement, a philosophy? How can you be “death positive,” and is this something you should want?
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Letters to Loved Ones After Death: 10 Things You Need to Say
Have you ever received an “end of life letter?” Unfortunately, not everyone gets the opportunity to receive a last letter from a loved one. Have you ever thought about writing one and how it would impact someone after you are gone? Should you write a final letter when you’re healthy and vibrant? Or should you …
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Last Wishes: What to Ask for When You Die
Have you thought about your last wishes? Most people are uncomfortable talking about death and dying. But, unfortunately, death is going to catch up to all of us someday. Some of us will have a warning that death is approaching, and some won’t. With that being said, it is always best to be prepared. Have …
What Happens to a Body After Death?
Most people don’t like to think about what happens to a body after death. Decomposition, odors, and body fluids are gross. But, if you are like me, these are things you find fascinating. What part of the body decomposes first? How long does the decomposition process take? Can a body explode if it’s left after …
The Cremation Process: Everything You Need to Know
When your loved one is going to be cremated, it’s natural to wonder what is involved in the cremation process. How does cremation work? What happens before and after? How long does it take? Is it really your loved one’s ashes in the box they give you? Whether you are researching for end-of-life planning, preparing …
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30 Questions About Death, Dying, and Your Legacy
Questions about death are a normal, healthy part of living well. While you may have questions about the physical, physiological, and psychological aspects of dying, those aren’t the questions you’ll find here. And while I’m sure you have questions about the afterlife, philosophy, and religion, we’re not trying to provide answers. Instead, these questions are …
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Prepaid Funeral Plans (An Insider’s Guide)
Let’s talk about prepaid funeral plans. I have been in the funeral industry for thirteen years and I’ve been selling pre-arrangement policies for much of that time. Often families think that their loved one has taken care of everything, when in fact, nothing has been. Perhaps their loved one just happened to see me on …
Why Christians Should Become Death Doulas
Christians should consider training and serving as death doulas. “Death” is probably the last word you would expect to find paired with “doula.” And no, this isn’t some sort of spiritual metaphor; it’s an actual job in a young but rapidly growing field. Let me explain.
What is Direct Cremation?
Q: What is direct cremation? A: Direct cremation means that the body of the deceased is cremated after death, without a prior memorial service and without the involvement of a funeral home. Direct cremation is the most affordable disposition option that is readily available. Most funeral homes and crematoriums offer this service. In this article, we’ll discuss …
Inurnment Definition & Everything Else You Need to Know
Inurnment is simply the placing of cremated remains into a container to store or bury them. Cremated remains or “ashes” are typically inurned in a plastic or cardboard container and given to the family. The family can then purchase a permanent cremation urn and transfer the remains into the new urn. In this fairly typical …
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20 Reasons Why People Are Choosing Cremation
More and more people are choosing cremation as a final disposition method. Cremation is on the rise, and there are many factors involved in this trend – from cost to claustrophobia, from religious considerations to the increasing personalization of funerals, there are not only broad trends but also uniquely specific reasons why more and more …
13 Questions to Ask When Choosing a Cemetery
Choosing a cemetery… the choice of a cemetery for burial is an important factor in your funeral arrangements. It is a good idea to compare a few cemeteries if possible, visit them to take a look around, and ask questions about the costs and options. Here are 13 questions to help you when choosing a …