The Legacy of Love: Estate Planning Simplified for Mothers

What will your children say about you at your funeral?

As mothers in the sandwich generation, it’s easy to get caught up in the busyness of life - juggling work, caregiving, and constant to-dos, while delaying the deeper question of legacy. This episode offers a powerful pause to reevaluate what truly matters and how you're showing up now, not just for your family’s future, but for today.

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Mothers, Before You Hire an Estate Planning Attorney — Listen to This First

If you're a mother thinking about your family's future, you already know how important it is to protect what matters most. But how do you find the right estate planning attorney — one who sees the full picture of your life, your legacy, and your values?

In this episode of The Legacy of Love, host Sara Ecklein shares what you need to know before choo...

Are you part of a family business—or raising a child while running one—and wondering what a successful succession plan actually looks like?

Family businesses are built with heart, legacy, and relationships, but succession can quickly become a source of stress, confusion, or even conflict. Whether you’re a business owner eyeing retirement or a next-gen leader stepping into a bigger role, this episode unpacks the emotional and logisti...

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 t...

What would you do if your spouse had just six months left to live?

Grief is often a topic we avoid—until life forces it upon us. In this deeply moving episode of the Legacy of Love Podcast, host Sara Ecklein sits down with Amy Shaw, a mother of 10, widow, and author of Navigating Goodbye, who faced unimaginable loss and found strength through radical acceptance and faith. Whether you're supporting a loved one through illness, r...

If tomorrow never comes, will your family be left with love—or just unanswered questions?

Most people wait too long to talk about death, until it’s too late. But what you do now determines how your family will heal, remember, and carry on. In this powerful episode, grief counselor and death doula Dr. Kimberly Harms reveals how to create an emotional legacy that comforts and guides your loved ones long after you're gone.

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What happens when no one agrees on who should manage a loved one’s care or their money? 

This week, Sara shares her recent guest appearance on The Death Readiness Podcast with host Jill Mastroianni. 

Many families avoid estate planning and care conversations, only to face conflict, confusion, or crisis when decisions can no longer be delayed. This episode reveals how early, intentional planning rooted in love can preserve both relati...

Financial fraud targets more than money—it preys on trust. Uncover the warning signs and take steps to protect your family.

In this eye-opening episode, Sara Ecklein sits down with forensic accountant Kelly Todd to uncover how financial misconduct often begins quietly, close to home, and why older adults are especially at risk. From emotional manipulation to overlooked red flags, this conversation explores the human side of fraud an...

You’ve secured your assets, but what about your email, cloud storage, and online identity?

Most estate plans focus on wills, trusts, and life insurance, but forget the digital footprint we all leave behind. In this eye-opening episode, Certified Executor Advisor David Edey explains why digital asset planning is essential to avoid stress, confusion, and potential loss for your loved ones.

In this episode, you will:

• Understand what ...

Is your business success translating into a lasting legacy for your family?

Many entrepreneurs focus on growing their business, but overlook the equally important work of protecting their wealth and preparing the next generation. In this episode, Peter Culver shares expert strategies for designing a legacy that aligns your financial success with your family’s long-term values and vision.

In this episode, you will:

• Learn why succes...

We plan for birth, so why don’t we plan for death with the same care and reverence?

Death is inevitable, yet most of us avoid talking about it—leaving ourselves and our loved ones unprepared. In this conversation, death doula Jill McClennen shares how end-of-life planning, grief rituals, and intentional presence can transform both the dying process and the way we live.

In this episode, you will:

• Learn what a death doula is and how...

In the end, presence—not perfection—is what truly leaves a legacy.

End-of-life moments offer a clarity about what matters most, but we don't have to wait for loss to start living with intention. In this heartfelt episode, hospital chaplain Christine Davies shares lessons from nearly 20 years of walking alongside people in their final days, offering powerful insights into grief, grace, and the transformative power of being fully...

Is your family navigating illness without the tools to talk about it? You’re not alone.

A serious diagnosis impacts more than just the person receiving it—it disrupts entire family systems. In this compassionate conversation, therapist Chelsea Kramer explores how to support loved ones through health challenges while maintaining open communication and mental health for everyone involved.

In this episode, you will:

• Learn how to crea...

Estate planning isn’t one-size-fits-all, especially when you’re LGBTQ+.

Traditional estate plans often miss the mark for LGBTQ+ individuals and families, leaving identity, healthcare access, and chosen family unprotected. In this episode, attorney Rebecca Secord shares how to create an inclusive, affirming plan that truly reflects who you are and the people you love.

In this episode, you will:

• Learn how to safeguard chosen family,...

What if supporting someone with dementia wasn’t about fixing, but connecting?

Caring for someone with dementia can feel overwhelming, but it doesn’t have to mean losing connection or dignity. In this powerful episode, Teepa Snow shares how to shift from “caregiving” to “care partnering” and reveals practical, relationship-based strategies for navigating brain change with empathy and skill.

In this episode, you will:

• Discover the P...

Are you making long-term care decisions under pressure without a plan?

As aging parents need more support, many families are left scrambling to make critical decisions without a clear plan. In this episode, Amy Friesen of Tea & Toast shares expert strategies to navigate retirement living, long-term care, and in-home support, while protecting your peace of mind and your parent’s dignity.

In this episode, you will:

• Learn how to ...

Most families don’t plan for aging until it’s too late. Don’t be one of them.

Too often, decisions about aging and long-term care are made in moments of stress. In this episode, Laura Lynn Morrissey shares how proactive life care planning can help you or your loved ones age on your own terms, avoid family conflict, and protect your financial legacy.

In this episode, you will:

• Learn how to plan ahead with long-term care insurance
• Di...

What good is an estate plan if it doesn’t actually work when it’s needed?

Many people assume their estate planning is “done” once documents are signed, but that’s where the real work begins. In this episode, attorney Jen Gumbel breaks down why education is the missing link in most estate plans and how understanding your own documents can be the difference between a smooth transition and a costly probate mess.

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What if true wealth had nothing to do with your bank account?

Many of us chase financial success hoping it will bring fulfillment—only to find ourselves stuck in patterns of scarcity or disconnection. In this episode, financial advisor Elizabeth Husserl invites us to redefine wealth itself, exploring how to cultivate abundance in every area of life through her holistic Wealth Mandala framework.

In this episode, you will:

• Learn how...