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Legacy Projects

12/23/2022

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Legacy Projects
One of the things I remember most about grieving for my brother was deciding to create a photo album/scrapbook of his life.  I knew it was going to be hard on me but I also realized that grief ignored or pushed to the back of the mind doesn't go away. It multiplies quickly into something too big to face. But when you work with your grief in a positive way, it becomes "right sized," and something that can bring you closer to your loved one as well as help heal your heart and soul.

Legacy Projects can take any form you can imagine. Tailored to fit who your loved one was and to bring their memories forward in a positive way. Some things to think about when starting a project can be:
What brought that person their biggest joys?
What values did they hold dear?
What were their favorite hobbies?
What kinds of impact did they have on the lives of people around them?
What did they collect or love to read/watch/listen to?

Some forms a Legacy Project can take:
Memory books or scrolls or boxes
Paintings or other types of art collages
Creating a song or poem
A Video or Audio tape
Collection of their stories or life lessons

When you feel ready to start a Legacy Project for your loved one it will help give their life and also your life with them, meaning and it preserves their memories while giving you a sense of control. It can help you feel better and more connected to them as you honor their life and what this person meant to you.

This can also work beautifully with pet bereavement as well.  I created a small scrapbook for my Mom when her sweet dog finally crossed the bridge and while it hurt it was also helpful in bringing back forgotten memories that she will cherish.

Find the things that made your loved one unique and think about how best to showcase their legacy for future generations to learn from and enjoy.
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