Learning from Those Who’ve Been There: How Real Stories Can Help You Prepare
A successful business executive was once asked how she made good decisions. Her answer? “Experience.” When asked how she gained experience, she replied, “Bad decisions.”
At Prepare Your Affairs, we believe that learning from others can help you make good decisions now to avoid experiencing the consequences of mistakes later. When it comes to end-of-life planning, estate planning for families, and preparing for the unexpected, real-life experiences can be invaluable guides.
That’s why we’re launching a new video series on YouTube, featuring candid interviews with widows and widowers who share how their level of preparation—or lack thereof—impacted their journey through grief and how they’re moving forward in life. We’ll also talk with legal and financial experts along with mental health therapists to help families make informed decisions about planning for “what-if” now, rather than learning through painful hindsight.
Meet Our First Guest: Lori LoCicero
We’re thrilled to kick off our series with Lori LoCicero, co-founder of The Death Deck and author of the upcoming memoir, Clouds Far Behind Me: A Memoir of Love, Loss, and the Path to Resilience (available April 7, 2025 – Learn more here). In this interview, we explore:
Her love story and loss—how her husband's terminal cancer diagnosis changed everything
The role of life insurance in protecting her family's future
The biggest barriers to talking about death and how to overcome them
What helped her navigate grief and survival after loss
Why having these conversations now can bring peace, clarity, and connection
Watch Now & Take Action
Watch the full interview on YouTube: https://youtu.be/0HnLkqll0xQ As you watch, consider: What lessons from Lori’s story can help your family prepare for the unexpected?
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Best Regards,
Corey
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