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Your Leadership Legacy Starts Now
Leadership legacy isn’t a someday goal; it’s what we build daily in how we listen, remove barriers, and show up when it’s hard. Drawing on Adair Maynard’s experience after the loss of her cousin, this piece explores leading as a practice, not a title—and why people leave when they feel unseen. Dive in for a grounded take on purpose-led leadership and download our free Leadership Legacy Reflection Guide with 10 questions to start now.ead, live, and are remembered.
Anna Ciboro
3 days ago3 min read


People are Forgotten Within Two Generations...Why Your Loved Ones' Life Deserves More
Think about your great-grandparents. Can you name all eight? Do you know what made them laugh? Within two generations, the details of a life fade into the vague outlines of a family tree. This is the quiet tragedy of ordinary lives.
Anna Ciboro
Dec 23, 20252 min read


The Second Wave: Why Grief Hits Harder Six Months Later
In the immediate aftermath of loss, support surrounds you. Casseroles appear. Cards fill your mailbox. Friends check in daily. Then, slowly, the world moves on. But your grief doesn't.
Anna Ciboro
Dec 16, 20252 min read


Digital Ghosts: What Happens to Our Online Lives After We Die
Every day, we create digital footprints—photos, messages, accounts. Our online presence has become as real as our physical one. But when we die, what happens to all of it? For most of us, the answer is: we have no idea.
Anna Ciboro
Dec 8, 20252 min read


The Silence After : Why We Don't Know How to Talk About Death and Dying
Death remains the last taboo. We have templates for every celebration, but when it comes to the one experience every person will face, we go silent. That silence costs us more than we realize.
Anna Ciboro
Dec 1, 20252 min read


Digital Legacy Isn’t Optional—It’s Already Happening Without You
Whether you plan it or not, your digital legacy is already taking shape. Learn why intentional memorial planning matters before someone else writes your story for you.
Anna Ciboro
Nov 12, 20252 min read


Digital Memorials for Funeral Homes: How to Present Them With Care, Not Pressure
Loved ones don’t want a sales pitch — they want care. Learn how funeral homes can introduce digital memorials for funeral homes with compassion, empathy, and trust, without feeling “salesy.”
Anna Ciboro
Sep 17, 20252 min read


Frida Kahlo: The beauty in the pain
Frida Kahlo turned her suffering into breathtaking art, proving that beauty and pain are deeply connected. Her defiant self-portraits, resilience, and legacy remind us that scars and contradictions are not flaws—they are the fabric of authenticity. Discover the beauty in the pain through Frida’s life and art.
Anna Ciboro
Aug 18, 20253 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


7 Essentials For Your Funeral Pre-Planning Checklist
No one likes to think about the end of life. We get it. But are you aware that pre-planning your funeral is actually a good thing? It...
mainaf
Jul 8, 20253 min read


What to Say & Not to Say When Someone Dies
Death often renders us speechless. Whether it’s a close friend’s loss or a colleague grieving a loved one, knowing what to say when...
mainaf
Jul 7, 20253 min read


Should Children Go to Funerals? MTL’s Family Guide
When death touches a family, it often brings a cascade of difficult decisions. One of the most sensitive ones is whether or not to...
mainaf
Jul 1, 20254 min read


5 Tips for Choosing the Right Pictures for a Funeral
Choosing funeral photos can feel overwhelming. Here are 5 thoughtful tips to select the right pictures to honor your loved one’s life and legacy.
mainaf
Jun 30, 20253 min read


7 Personalized Memorial Items for Long-Lasting Memories of Your Loved Ones
Discover 7 personalized memorial items—from custom jewelry to QR code plaques—that offer comfort, connection, and a lasting tribute to your loved one.
mainaf
Jun 17, 20253 min read


How to Choose the Right Burial Clothes for Your Loved One
Struggling to choose burial clothes for a loved one? Discover thoughtful tips to help you honor their memory with dignity, love, and personal meaning.
mainaf
Jun 16, 20253 min read


If You Really Love Dad, Don’t Memorialize Him on Social Media
If you really love Dad, stop handing his memory to social media. His legacy deserves more than a feed full of comments. Here’s a better way to remember him.
Anna Ciboro
Jun 13, 20252 min read


Why Preparing For Your Death Is More Important Than Preparing For Your Wedding
Preparing for your death isn’t morbid—it’s the most loving thing you can do. Leave clarity, not chaos. Start shaping your legacy today.
Anna Ciboro
Jun 11, 20253 min read


7 Funeral Program Ideas to Create a Tribute for a Loved One
Discover 7 creative funeral program ideas to craft a lasting tribute for your loved one. Make your tribute heartfelt and memorable today.
mainaf
Jun 10, 20253 min read


Before I Die: 7 Uncomfortable But Powerful Things to Do for the People You Love
Funerals come too late. Start your legacy now with 7 bold and tender actions to take before you die — from writing a legacy letter to talking about death over dinner. Leave love, not guesswork.
Anna Ciboro
Jun 6, 20253 min read


5 Ways to Help Children Cope with Grief
Helping your child cope with grief can feel overwhelming. Discover 5 expert-backed strategies from Memorial Tribute Legacy to support kids through loss with honesty, comfort, and healing rituals.
mainaf
Jun 3, 20253 min read
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