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Eating These Foods Will Help You Sleep Better

Getting a good night's sleep can be affected by your diets, some experts say.

A KEY TO LIVING WELL is to ensure your body has what it needs to achieve health and wellness today: https://bit.ly/3dxeaUd

thriveglobal.com How to modify your diet for optimal rest, according to experts.

Reach out to your loved ones and see how they are feeling. Some people are feeling more isolated than ever, and it's important that you and your community stick together and rely on each other.

Check out some ways to support your loved ones: https://bit.ly/2WMvSNx

Funeral home finds the pawfect way to comfort and support grieving families

Therapy dogs support grieving families at a funeral home in North Carolina.

This is just one of the ways the funeral industry is changing to provide more comfort to grieving families: https://bit.ly/2WLbwo1

wamiz.co.uk A funeral home in North Carolina has found a very unique way to support grieving families with the help of the newest member of its grief support team.

Cooking, Cleaning, and Sewing Are the New ‘Wellness’

“Cooking shouldn’t be viewed as a chore or another to-do, but more as a way to be more present, spend more time with family and friends, and to be able to complete the task.”

Chores are having a resurgence - learn why:

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elemental.medium.com 1950s housewife chores have been rebranded as meditation and self-care

5 Ways to Boost Mindfulness Even on Busy Days

Taking care of your own mental health and wellness can feel overwhelming during these difficult times.

Here are some ways to boost your mindfulness and keep grounded: https://bit.ly/2gwnoqu

entrepreneur.com The practice has been shown to have a range of health benefits from improved sleep to decreased anxiety.

'There's no formal ceremony', but it's OK to grieve the loss of your personal freedom

Grief is universal - but it's not often we all feel it at the same time.

Reach out to the ones closest to you and connect with them during these trying circumstances.

https://ab.co/2V1GYfo

abc.net.au While many of us have been feeling understandably anxious or frightened in recent weeks, not all of us may have recognised that part of what we're feeling is grief.

FILL IN THE BLANKS! Do you want your funeral to be small? Big? Fun? Thoughtful? The mood can say a lot about a person. Everest can make sure that your wishes are honored.

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Collective Cooking Parties: A Whole New Way To Grieve, Heal And Unite

Do you want to help a friend who is grieving but are unsure how to approach the conversation?

Showing your love through food can be a great way to support them in their time of need: https://bit.ly/2TkIHv6

huffpost.com Cooking for loved ones is helpful, but cooking together as a group can be extraordinarily healing.

DID YOU KNOW: Having an organized home helps create a sense of calm in your daily life and in your mind?

Decluttering and cleaning your space can be the first step towards clearing your mind.

At Everest, we deeply care about you and your family. The last thing families should worry about in their most emotional time is the complicated details.

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This Simple Tip Can Help Boost Your Immune System — and You Can Start Tonight

Having a good night's sleep is a simple and immediate way to safeguard your own health and take care of your body.

Read more here 👇
https://thriveglobal.com/stories/simple-tip-boost-immune-system-stay-healthy-sleep-habit/

thriveglobal.com Staying healthy comes down to our everyday habits.

NOTE TO SELF: Beauty is found in many places like a spring rain, watching a great movie or cooking a delicious meal.

With Everest you can comfortably say #WeHaveAPlan. Your partner, your parents, your children can all be relieved of the stress of end-of-life planning, so you can all get back to what matters: each other.

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Euronews Living | 5 weird and wonderful ways to make your death eco-friendly

DID YOU KNOW: The funeral industry has new eco-friendly options to consider when thinking of your end-of-life plans.

Going green could mean becoming a coral reef to even becoming a vibrant tree. Read to learn more:
https://bit.ly/3aei9CL

euronews.com Do you fancy becoming a coral reef when you die? How about a tree?

DID YOU KNOW: In Vietnamese culture, odd numbers are believed to be ‘lucky’ at funerals.

For example, when lighting incense, go for one, three or five sticks. And when in front of the coffin, hold incense sticks in your hands and bow once, thrice or five times.

Smoothie bowls, veggies and dip, or peanut butter on toast - a KEY TO LIVING WELL is to fuel your body with whole foods to keep you motivated throughout the day.

With funerals, there are no do-overs if something doesn't go as planned. And when you're grieving at the same time, it can feel overwhelming.

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#BecauseYouCare, Everest is your plan. Your loved ones won't have to manage all the details of your funeral, allowing them to focus on the needs of the family during this difficult time.
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NOTE TO SELF: Life is passing us by every day. Be present, be mindful, be kind.

Get professional help from an Everest Advisor who is a licensed funeral director and can help you make end-of-life planning for your funeral more manageable.

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TED

A KEY TO LIVING WELL is to always put your mental health first, even in your most difficult times.
Take a listen to this poignant TED Talk about grieving a loved one and the concept of “moving on”:

"A grieving person is going to laugh again and smile again. Yes, they're going to move forward. But that doesn't mean that they've moved on."

Watch Nora McInerny's full TED Talk about grief here: http://t.ted.com/SLw0qFU

It's easy to talk about life, but uncomfortable to talk about death.

Being proactive and planning ahead is a gift you give your family. Connecting with Everest is a good place to start.

👉 Click to read on https://globalnews.ca/news/6281410/funeral-planning-death-end-of-life-burial/

Global News

DID YOU KNOW: Jim Henson, creator of Muppets, had two public memorials and his only request was for no one to wear black.
If you only had one request for your funeral, what would it be?

It's hard to break habits when you're accustomed to them, but imagine all the new things you could experience if you got out of your comfort zone!

FILL IN THE BLANKS! What would your mom want everyone to be eating at her funeral? Let Everest help you manage the details so you have more time to focus on your family.
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From death doulas to green burials, how Canadians are rethinking their post-life plans | The Star

Did you know that Edmonton’s Rosehill Cemetery, Ontario’s Glenwood Cemetery and Victoria’s Royal Oak Cemetery all offer green burial spaces for funerals? Canadians are thinking about their end-of-life plans now more than ever:
https://www.thestar.com/calgary/2019/12/16/death-the-revolution-from-doulas-to-green-burials-how-canadians-are-rethinking-their-post-life-plans.html

thestar.com Across Canada, more and more cemeteries are changing to accommodate new ways of dealing with a death in the family.

DID YOU KNOW: In Alaska, Indigenous families build these spirit houses as coffins and paint them in the family's colors. They are not maintained and thus allowed to crumble and return to nature again.

Have you heard of spirit houses?

When going through one of the most stressful experiences of your life, you shouldn't have to manage the details. Our team is dedicated to you 24/7 to help out any way we can.

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A Green Death: At my grandparents’ grave, rethinking the final passage - The Boston Globe

DID YOU KNOW: America puts 4.3 million gallons of embalming fluid into the ground every year?

If you're interested in having a greener funeral, click to read on: https://bit.ly/2uvQptE

bostonglobe.com Every year, Americans put 4.3 million gallons of embalming fluid in the ground.

What songs would your dad want played at his service? Everest can help you and your family FILL IN THE BLANKS to honor his wishes.

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Life milestones like weddings, baby showers and birthdays are planned in advance - a funeral should be no different.

Everyone has different expectations for their end-of-life plans. Let us help you coordinate them today so you can say #WeHaveAPlan.
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After my dad died from cancer at 54, I made sure my life insurance policy covered my funeral — and my mortgage

"The shame was just as powerful as the grief. Having to beg and crowdsource in order to bury my dad added a layer of tension I wasn't expecting."

Avoid leaving your end-of-life plans for your family to manage. Connect with Everest today to find out more about the support you can get during this difficult time. www.EverestFuneral.com

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insider.com Her father always felt indestructible so never invested in life insurance. After his death, though, she knew she had to make changes in her own life.

Take an hour this week to cozy up with a book, make your favorite tea, turn your phone off and just reconnect. What's your favourite "me" time activity?

Here’s how far cryonic preservation has come in the 50 years since ‘Bedford Day’

DID YOU KNOW: Cryonic preservation means that your body can be defrosted in the future when more scientific advances are available to learn about the past.

Would you freeze your remains?

https://nbcnews.to/35AVy0w

nbcnews.com An experiment half a century ago created an industry that specializes in freezing the dead. Many scientists think the chance of reviving them is slim.

NOTE TO SELF: There is so much good in the world, try not to dwell on the bad. Forgiveness is the first step in moving forward.

You are your own inspiration. Keep your head up and stay motivated!

Rising from the Ashes

From using trees instead of gravestones, to cremation that's kinder to the planet, the future of the funeral is changing. Check out this new startup that turns cremations into a solid keepsake stone: https://bit.ly/35ukuqc

sfreporter.com “This is an extremely meaningful one-of-a-kind object that is designed to help you connect with some of the most important feelings you’ll ever have in your life,” says investor Corvas Brinkerhoff.

Coordinating end-of-life plans is not pessimistic, but pragmatic. With Everest you can plan ahead so your loved ones have time to grieve. Learn how Everest can help you organize your wishes. www.EverestwithMutual.com

Don't forget to show your partner the appreciation he or she deserves. Set aside a night this week to spend quality time together, even if it's as simple as enjoying a delicious meal.

Green burials: Everything you need to know about the growing trend | CBC Life

Have you thought about how you want to be buried? There are more eco-friendly ways to think about end-of-life, and they're not as untraditional as you think. Click to read on:
https://bit.ly/34foUB1

cbc.ca Why so many are considering this eco-friendly way to go.

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End-of-life plans can extend to "must haves" and "must not haves." Stay ahead of your planning and see how Everest can help coordinate your wishes. www.EverestwithMutual.com

Would you share a grave with a stranger? In Vancouver, it’s one option for a green burial | The Star

A Vancouver cemetery has always allowed family members to share a grave site, but now, people can share their grave with someone they have never met. What other eco-friendly alternatives have you heard of?
https://bit.ly/2RNxNz0

thestar.com Vancouver real estate is expensive — even in cemeteries. That fact, combined with strong environmental values on the West Coast, has yielded some radical after-death solutions. Like a new bylaw amendment that allows the city’s only cemetery to bury unrelated individuals in the same plot.

Because You Care

#BecauseYouCare, you have Everest. That means peace of mind for you, every detail accounted for, and most importantly, knowing that your family is taken care of. Connect with us to see how. www.EverestwithMutual.com

That thing you always wanted to do, but couldn't find the time? Don't see it as a mountain to climb, instead picture many little steps that take you to reach the top. Stay positive!

An actor well-known for 'beaming up' his Star Trek teammates as Scotty, decided that his funeral would follow suit. Check out this interesting story! https://cnn.it/3405eRf