Why Pre-Planning Your Funeral Is the New Self-Care Trend We Never Knew We Needed

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In a world where brunch costs an arm and a leg, it only makes sense to consider what happens after the last mimosa’s gone. Enter McAulay & Wallace, a Dignity Memorial provider set on making pre-planning your departure from the earthly realm an absolute breeze (because who said dying had to be stressful?).

Let’s face it: planning for your funeral isn’t exactly as appealing as picking out a new outfit or deciding which avocado toast to try next. We get it; the thought of picking out a casket or designing a floral arrangement can make you want to binge-watch Netflix and hide under your covers. But McAulay & Wallace is out here making the process as easy as ordering a latte, minus the foam, of course.

The idea is simple: why not take the burden off your loved ones during their time of grief? By pre-planning, you not only save them the hassle of making decisions when they’re deep in their feels but also get the ultimate say in how you want to be celebrated (or mourned, for all you drama queens out there).

When you choose pre-planning, you’re not only taking the wheel; you’re also locking in today’s prices for those future services, proving that you’re not just about enjoying the here and now, but also preparing for a comfortable future, even if that future includes embracing the afterlife.

Sure, it may feel morbid to even think about this stuff, but trust us; it’s not as grim as it sounds. McAulay & Wallace offers a myriad of options tailored to reflect your one-of-a-kind personality. Whether you want a simple gathering or a full-on shindig complete with your favorite karaoke tunes, they’ve got your back.

For those of us who have a mere handful of cough decades before the big send-off, pre-planning might just be the kind of self-care ritual we all need. After all, life is tenuous; why not prepare for the next chapter while you’re still doing the cha-cha here?

So, if you’re looking to take charge of your exit strategy and feel a tad more empowered, consider reaching out to McAulay & Wallace. It might just be the most liberating choice you’ll ever make in a world full of uncertainty. Who said preparations for the beyond can’t be trendy? Time to redefine the new self-care routine, folks!

AUTHOR: mb

SOURCE: NBC Bay Area