There are certain tasks in life that everyone knows they should do, but somehow no one ever really wants to talk about – it’s the so-called ‘life admin’ that is so important, but because it’s taboo or scary, it can often be left to the bottom of the to-do list, and that’s never a good idea. We’re talking about the heavy stuff that’s uncomfortable, but that really does need to be done, and when you have completed it all, you’ll get a lovely sense of calm and peace of mind, and it’ll make things easier for everyone, so it’s well worth it. With that in mind, keep reading to find out more.
The Grown Up Stuff
The truth is that life admin is rarely fun, but there’s a particular kind that feels especially daunting – things like writing a will, setting up a power of attorney, and generally having those awkward ‘what if’ conversations. They’re not something to look forward to, but they do make life a lot easier in the long run, for you and the people you love.
And the thing is, putting these plans in place isn’t just a task for some far-off future – it’s something that can quietly sit in the background of your life, offering you peace of mind, knowing that if the unexpected happens, you’ve already taken care of a few things. True, you’ll hope you never need to put your plan into action, but you’ll be glad it’s there all the same.
The Taboo That Needs Tackling
One of the most overlooked (and most avoided) topics is end-of-life planning. It’s just not something we like to think about, obviously, but if you keep putting it off, you’ll end up with no plans in place at all.
Yes, it’s not the cheeriest subject, but there’s actually something really good about facing it head-on and taking charge of the details from the legal documents to preferences about your send-off can be surprisingly comfortable. When it comes to something like making funeral arrangements, doing it in advance means you get to choose what feels right, rather than leaving your loved ones to make tough decisions while they’re also dealing with grief.
This is also a great way to open the door to some honest conversations about what you want when you pass away, and it might even help with some bonding.
The Payoff: Peace Of Mind
The best part of tackling all this life admin is you then get to stop thinking about it. You do the work once (and maybe check it occasionally to update it) and then it’s done, and you don’t have to worry that you’re leaving things to the last minute.
Instead, you can go back to your usual routine and you’ll know that the not-so-fun-but-really-important stuff has been handled in the right way. And actually, that’s a really kind thing you can do for yourself and the people you love most, so why not just get started? The sooner you do, the sooner it’ll be over and you won’t have to think about it again.
