Filipinos naturally have close relationships with their families. We don't want to think about losing people we love. So, it's hard for us to talk about plans related to death.
When planning a funeral, it's important to be open to all burial options, including cremation. If you've made the decision to be cremated, it's important to let your loved ones know about your wishes.
You may also be here because you want to know how to tell your family and friends that you want to be cremated when you die. In this blog, we'll help you figure out how to talk to your friends and family about the type of rest you're thinking about.
1. Be sure. Be ready.
Before you tell your family about your plan, you should think about what you will say and what they might say. You can organize your thoughts by making a list, which will help you say what you want to say better. You should also be ready for what they will tell you. It co uld be a disappointment, surprise, or cremation-related questions.
It's important that you know and think carefully about this decision so that you can explain it to them better. And most of all, you need to be sure about this choice. Since you are sure and your family thinks you are serious about this choice, they will understand that you want to be cremated.
2. Be direct as possible.
When you tell your family that you want to be cremated, be blunt. No more beating around the bush or sugarcoating to happen. Death is a serious matter, so they will understand it better if you tell them directly and without rambling.
Lay out to them the reasons why you want it, and a brief explanation is appropriate. You don't need to explain at length right away. They will definitely ask questions. As with the first tip, you just need to be prepared for it.
Just a reminder, make sure the timing you choose to tell your loved ones is right. Make sure they are ready to listen and have full focus for it.
3. Write a written and detailed will.
If you still want to hold a funeral even if you are cremated, or if you have a particular color of urn that you want, you can write it in a written will and testament in advance. This way, your requests to your family will be more detailed for your desired way of taking care of your remains.
It can be supplementary to the conversations you had about your plan. Here you can show them that you really like it. The concept of "will" is also important to us Filipinos, especially to deceased loved ones.
Another beauty of writing a will, this will ensure that your wishes are legally binding and will be followed after you pass away. Make sure to consult with a lawyer to ensure that your will is properly drafted and executed.
4. Pre-Plan Your Cremation.
The best way to tell family you want it is to be prepared ahead of time. This will show that you are serious about your plan, and they don't have to figure out what to do because it is already planned for them.
You can also plan ahead for your funeral or cremation. This entails choosing a cremation service and any optional extras in advance of your cremation. Planning your cremation ahead of time can help your loved ones deal with the emotional and financial stress that comes with your passing.
As the saying goes, letting go is a very difficult thing to do. When it comes to the people we care about the most, we never want to have to say goodbye or even entertain the idea that someone will. However, we must accept that we will all arrive here eventually, so it is best to be prepared.
This blog hopes to highlight the significance of letting loved ones know ahead of time about your wishes for cremation. This will help them deal with any potential future emotional or financial strain, and it will also guarantee that your request is met.
The key is to remember that this is a normal part of the process, and that as a family, you should all be willing to talk about it and give each other space to process it, and respect it.
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