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The Permission to Grieve: Why We Tell Ourselves to "Stay Strong"
Over 57% of grieving adults feel pressure to hide their grief. Learn why the "stay strong" myth is harmful and how to give yourself permission to grieve on your own timeline.
Anna Ciboro
1 day ago3 min read


Why Funeral Homes Are Losing $12,000 Per Family : The Direct Cremation Revenue Crisis
Cremation rates hit 60.5% in 2023. They'll exceed 80% by 2035.
And funeral homes are pretending this isn't a crisis.
Here's the math: a traditional burial generates $10,000-$15,000 in revenue.
Direct cremation? $800-$1,500.
When 8 out of 10 families choose cremation, your revenue model collapses.
Anna Ciboro
Jan 206 min read


The Pre-Need Revolution: Why Digital Wins Where Traditional Sales Fail
Traditional pre-need sales are declining. Discover why funeral homes using digital strategies are seeing 26%+ growth in preneed revenue and how to capture this market.
Anna Ciboro
Nov 25, 20253 min read


From Funeral Home to Legacy Hub: Redefining Your Role in the 21st Century
Legacy planning is no longer limited to wills and services. Discover how funeral homes and professionals can evolve into full-fledged legacy hubs that families trust for generations.
Anna Ciboro
Oct 8, 20254 min read


Grief in the Cloud: How Estate Planners and HR Leaders Can Prepare for the Digital Afterlife
The digital afterlife is already here. Learn how estate planners and HR leaders can prepare clients and employees for the challenges of managing online accounts, assets, and legacies.
Anna Ciboro
Oct 1, 20254 min read


Why a Curated Digital Memorial Is Worth Every Penny (Even Though, Yes, You Could Do It Yourself)
Discover why a curated digital memorial is worth the investment. From avoiding DIY stress to preserving memories with care, learn why families choose professional digital tributes that last.
Anna Ciboro
Sep 3, 20254 min read


Disruption in Deathtech Isn’t Optional
Disruption in deathtech isn’t about breaking things—it’s about repairing them. Explore 4 waves of innovation reshaping grief, legacy, and memorialization.
Anna Ciboro
Aug 27, 20252 min read


Understanding the Grief Tax: The Hidden Cost of Loss
Discover what the grief tax is and how it silently impacts everyone experiencing loss. Using Empathy.com’s research, learn why this hidden financial and emotional burden affects all grieving individuals and what you can do to manage it.
Anna Ciboro
Aug 12, 20254 min read


Death Denial Is a Privilege—And It’s Time We Acknowledge That
If you’ve never had to think about death, that’s not normal—it’s privilege. And it’s time we stopped pretending otherwise.
Anna Ciboro
Jul 31, 20252 min read


The Myth of ‘Too Young to Plan’—Why Death Planning Isn’t Just for the Elderly
Death planning isn’t just for the elderly. It’s a radical act of love, clarity, and legacy—especially when you’re young and everything feels like it’s just beginning.
Anna Ciboro
Jul 29, 20252 min read


Death as a Celebration: Why Some Cultures Throw Parties Instead of Funerals
Why some cultures celebrate death with music, dance, and joy—and what we can learn from their rituals.
Anna Ciboro
Jul 24, 20253 min read


Alternative Funeral Ideas: Why ‘Doing Funerals’ Means More Than You Think
“Do you do funerals?” It’s more than a trend—it’s a cultural wake-up call. This post unpacks what it really means to show up with presence, love, and intention when someone dies. From backyard gatherings to handwritten letters, explore alternative funeral ideas that reflect real life and lasting legacy. Let’s rethink how we say goodbye—and why it matters.
Anna Ciboro
Jul 22, 20252 min read


From Harry Potter to Game of Thrones: Why We Cry When Fictional Characters Die
From Dobby to Ned Stark, fictional character deaths hit us hard. Discover why we cry over fictional characters and what it reveals about our humanity.
Anna Ciboro
Jul 11, 20253 min read


Freedom is more than Fireworks: Honoring Legacy on July 4th
Freedom is more than fireworks. This July 4th, honor the legacies that shaped you and preserve your own story for the generations to come.
Anna Ciboro
Jul 4, 20252 min read


Sky Burials, Fire, and Ice: How Death Was Handled Before Cemeteries Existed
Before cemeteries, people used fire, ice, and even the open sky to handle death. Dive into ancient death practices that shaped humanity’s connection to mortality.
Anna Ciboro
Jun 27, 20253 min read


Can AI Keep You Alive? The Rise of Digital Ghosts and Deepfake Memorials
Explore how AI is transforming legacy with digital ghosts and deepfake memorials — raising profound questions about memory, identity, and what it means to truly live on.
Anna Ciboro
Jun 20, 20252 min read


#GriefTok: How TikTok Is Making Death Go Viral
TikTok is reshaping how we mourn. From viral eulogies to digital memorials linked by QR code plaques, a new grief culture is emerging—raw, real, and radically connected.
Anna Ciboro
Jun 4, 20253 min read


Yes, I want my great grandchildren to know how to make my peach pie: Why QR code your family's signature recipe
Digitally preserve your family’s cherished recipes with a custom plaque and a QR code. Celebrate grandma’s pie or dad’s BBQ as part of your legacy—elegant, heartfelt, and scannable.
Anna Ciboro
May 30, 20253 min read


What is a QR Code Memorial? A Modern Way to Preserve Legacies
QR Code Memorials are changing the way we remember loved ones. Learn how families are using QR code plaques to preserve and share personal digital legacies.
mainaf
May 27, 20253 min read


From Viking Ships to QR Code Plaque Memorial Tags: Global Funeral Traditions Throughout History
A chronological journey through fascinating global funeral traditions — from ancient Africa and medieval Europe to the tech-savvy memorials of today.
Anna Ciboro
May 21, 20253 min read
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