How to plan for your death, from writing a will to talking with loved ones

Preparing for your death may seem morbid to some, but getting your affairs in order and having open conversations with your loved ones can help them to, and you, to grieve properly.
Preparing for death can often feel impossible, but taking simple, practical steps can make such a difference

Preparing for death can often feel impossible, but taking simple, practical steps can make such a difference

When actor Eric Dane died of the neurodegenerative disease ALS in February, at 53, he left behind a poignant message of hope, love, and resilience for his two young daughters in the Netflix series Famous Last Words. His stoic and open approach to his death has prompted many useful conversations about life’s one true certainty.

Celebrities like Eric Dane speaking about dying have moved the dial forward on how we think about death.
Celebrities like Eric Dane speaking about dying have moved the dial forward on how we think about death.

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