Make it official

Put it in writing

When something needs to be clear, recognised, or properly recorded. Some notes are private and personal.

Others benefit from being written down clearly, so they can be understood, respected, and relied on later.

This isn’t about formality for its own sake.
It’s about making things easier for the people who may one day need your words.

Below are a few articles to help you think about how you might put important things in writing, calmly and without pressure.

Make a will without the mystery or hidden costs

Planning your own funeral

When the law feels too formal: a statement of wishes could be your most important note

Digital peace of mind: preparing your online affairs

Talking to parents about their wishes

You don’t need to do everything at once. One clear note is often enough to begin.