The Legacy of Love: Estate Planning Simplified for Mothers

Why We Avoid Estate Planning & How to Start from a Place of Love (Even as a Busy Mother)


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Are you avoiding estate planning—but can't really explain why?

It's not just about time, money, or overwhelm. In this episode of Legacy of Love, host Sara Ecklein reveals the deeper reason we delay this critical work and how that resistance could jeopardize the very legacy we hope to leave behind.

If you're raising kids and caring for aging parents, estate planning might feel like a daunting task, but it doesn’t have to be. Learn how reframing the process from fear to love can make all the difference in how you protect your family’s future.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

  • Why procrastination in estate planning runs deeper than just being “too busy”
  • How emotional resistance can quietly sabotage your legacy
  • One powerful mindset shift to help you take action without overwhelm

Start listening now and take the first small, loving step toward the legacy your family deserves. 

Referenced in this Episode: 

The Denial of Death (book)

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Disclaimer

This podcast simplifies estate planning for women in the sandwich generation - those raising children while caring for aging parents. We cover living trusts, wills, power of attorney, supported decision making, and healthcare proxies to help you plan with clarity and peace of mind. Episodes explore inheritance, probate, fiduciary duties, and the role of a trustee, while addressing decision fatigue, overwhelm, and the emotional weight of caregiving. Rooted in mindfulness, values, and preparedness, we offer practical tools and heartfelt conversations about elder care, end-of-life planning, and leaving a legacy that lasts.

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The Legacy of Love: Estate Planning Simplified for MothersBy Sara Ecklein