Tag Archives: Legacy

Our Monthly Tip: Designate a Legacy Contact for Your Facebook Account

"Till Death Do You Part" doesn't necessarily apply to your social media profile

Our Tip of the Month A funny feeling lodged in the pit of my stomach when a recent Facebook notification suggested I send a birthday greeting to a friend who had died almost a year ago. It became even more disconcerting as celebratory wishes … Continue reading

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Transforming the Legacy of Suicide – Part Two

From unraveling to weaving my own tapestry

It was my 18th birthday — five months to the day after my father’s suicide. Tears arrived without warning, without my permission. They burst through the protective armor that had been slowly eroding away through my process of denial and minimization. … Continue reading

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When The Legacy is Suicide

The initial impact

When I was a child, my family was a strong, stoic clan. We valued fierce independence above all else. Asking for help or seeking recognition was not acceptable. Neither love nor grief was talked about or expressed. Any acknowledgment of … Continue reading

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A Holiday Album: The Gift of a Life Review

A priceless way to honor your and your loved one's lives

Working with and being the student of those facing the end of life for many years, I have witnessed what really matters in living and in dying. Prompted to examine the life I was living and the legacy I would … Continue reading

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What is End-of-Life Planning? An Interview with Sally Shannon

No Time Like the Present: Get your Affairs in Order Today!

Dedicated to helping people prepare for end of life, Sally Shannon is an uplifting life coach, organizer, and home funeral guide. She is a member of the San Francisco Home Funerals Alliance, with a focus on preplanning. Aurora: What does … Continue reading

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