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Guides, stories, and tips on leaving meaningful messages for the people you love.

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Stories & Meaning Apr 05, 2026 13 min read

How to Leave a Message for Grandchildren You May Never Meet

53% of Americans can't name all four grandparents (Ancestry, 2022). Learn how to record video messages, letters, and digital time capsules for future grandchildren — with research-backed tips on what to include.

Stories & Meaning Mar 25, 2026 15 min read

Afterlife Messages in Different Cultures: A Global Perspective

47% of Americans regret not preserving conversations with the deceased. Explore how 10 cultures — from Egypt's 4,000-year-old letters to Japan's Obon and Mexico's Día de los Muertos — send messages across death.

Stories & Meaning Mar 23, 2026 14 min read

Why Gen Z Is Rethinking Death and Digital Legacy

Gen Z is 4x more likely than Boomers to plan ahead, yet only 15% have a will. How social media, COVID-19, and climate anxiety are reshaping how the youngest adults think about death, legacy, and digital afterlife.

Stories & Meaning Mar 22, 2026 14 min read

How to Help a Grieving Friend: What to Say (and What Not to Say)

67% of grieving Americans rely on friends, not professionals, for support. Research-backed guide to what to say, what to avoid, and how to show up long after the funeral.

Stories & Meaning Mar 18, 2026 14 min read

How Grief Changes Over Time: What to Expect in the First Year

60% of bereaved people are naturally resilient, yet 7–10% develop prolonged grief disorder. Grief peaks at months 4–6 and raises mortality risk by 40%. A research-backed guide to the first year of loss.

Stories & Meaning Mar 08, 2026 14 min read

Grief and Regret: What Bereaved Families Wish They Had Done Differently

70% of bereaved families report regrets about end-of-life decisions. 42% carry unfinished business with the deceased. Research shows meaningful conversation — not just being present — reduces depression and complicated grief. Here's what the data says.

Stories & Meaning Mar 04, 2026 12 min read

5 Things to Say to Someone You Love Before It's Too Late

Dr. Ira Byock identified five essential statements for meaningful closure: I forgive you, forgive me, thank you, I love you, and goodbye. Research shows 90% believe end-of-life conversations matter — but over half never start.

Stories & Meaning Feb 25, 2026 11 min read

Why You Should Leave a Message for Your Loved Ones (Before It's Too Late)

Research shows 47% of people regret not preserving conversations with loved ones. Studies link meaningful communication before death to less depression and complicated grief in surviving family. Here's why leaving a message matters — and why most people wait too long.