A conversation with Greg Barnsdale on end-of-life planning

Patrick Bass Show

How can planning for the inevitable make life more fulfilling? That’s the powerful question we explore with Greg Barnsdale, author of Do Not Ignore Your Mortality. With over a decade of experience in the funeral industry, Greg offers insightful advice on the importance of end-of-life planning. He shares practical tips on how to initiate these crucial conversations with loved ones, drawing from both his professional expertise and his personal battle with a brain tumor shortly after publishing his book.

Many adults in North America are without a will, often due to fear or feeling overwhelmed. Greg helps demystify the process by explaining how financial planners, lawyers, and online tools can simplify end-of-life planning. We also discuss the role of death doulas and their impact on the growing death awareness movement. By planning ahead, families can reduce stress, avoid legal conflicts, and ensure that their loved ones are better prepared for the future.

The COVID-19 pandemic has led to an increase in awareness about mortality, with more people turning to online will platforms and legal assistance through employers. Greg shares innovative ideas, like using “conversation coasters,” to start talking about end-of-life wishes. This essential discussion reframes end-of-life planning not as a focus on death, but as a way to live life to the fullest, ensuring that your final wishes are clear and legally binding.

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1. Facing Mortality (00:00:00)

2. Planning for End-of-Life Affairs (00:16:59)

3. Navigating End-of-Life Conversations (00:31:00)

4. Navigating End-of-Life Planning (00:38:58)