INSIGHTS
AND PERSPECTIVE
The Values We Live Become the Legacy We Leave
When we think about legacy, we often focus on what we hope people will remember about us. But perhaps a better question is this: What are we teaching every day?
Legacy Is More Than What We Leave Behind
When people hear the word legacy, they often think about inheritance. A family home. A treasured heirloom. A collection of photographs. These things certainly have value. But the most meaningful legacies are often the ones that cannot be held in our hands. They are carried in our hearts.
The Greatest Plan Is Living Today Well
Planning for the future isn’t about focusing on the end of life. It’s about making the most of the life we’re living today.
Organizing Today Can Bring Peace Tomorrow
When people think about planning ahead, they often imagine complicated decisions. In reality, some of the most meaningful preparation involves very simple things.
The Conversations That Matter Most
Families who have talked openly beforehand are often better prepared to make thoughtful decisions because they understand what their loved one wanted and why.
Planning Ahead Is One of the Kindest Gifts We Can Leave
Planning ahead is about caring for the people who will one day need to make important decisions on our behalf.
Every Life Helps Write the Family Story
Every family has a story, but no single person writes it alone.
The Questions We Wish We Had Asked
Many people share a similar regret after losing someone they love: they wish they had asked more questions.
The Little Things We Never Forget
Funeral and memorial services often become places where families rediscover why everyday memories matter so much.
Every Life Has a Story Worth Telling
Stories about our loved ones do something extraordinary. They remind us that a person’s life is measured by far more than dates, accomplishments, or possessions. The stories we tell reveal character, kindness, perseverance, humor, generosity, and love.
Today’s Moments Become Tomorrow’s Traditions
When we look back on our lives, we often discover that the moments we remember most were never planned to become traditions.
The Places That Hold Our Memories
Grief experts recognize that meaningful places can help us reconnect with cherished memories in healthy and comforting ways. Visiting familiar locations often encourages storytelling, reflection, gratitude, and a renewed appreciation for the experiences shared there.
The Stories We Tell Keep Memories Alive
Grief experts often encourage families to continue talking about the people they love. Speaking a person’s name, sharing stories, and remembering everyday moments can be a healthy way of maintaining a lasting connection while continuing to move forward.
10 Reasons to Hold a Wake, Funeral or Memorial for your Loved One
Funerals, wakes, and memorials can help provide closure and healing after losing a loved one. They offer an opportunity to honor their life, connect with family and friends, and share memories. Additionally, they can prevent unresolved grief, heal family rifts, and...
Do I Need to Have a Funeral?
To Have or Not to Have: Is it okay to not want a funeral? More and more often, funeral directors are hearing that the deceased “didn’t want a funeral” or that the family would prefer to “celebrate her life” informally and skip all the mourning and other ceremonies of...
The Best Way to Livestream Funerals: Five Questions for Families to Consider
Even before the pandemic, many families opted to livestream the funeral of a loved one so those who couldn’t be there in person could attend remotely. In fact, 9 out of 10 funerals typically have loved ones who are unable to attend due to distance, health...
Is Zoom a good platform for hosting funeral livestreams? Top 6 reasons to not use Zoom for funerals
Since the pandemic, everybody from Kindergartners to grandparents have become familiar with Zoom. But is Zoom a good choice for livestreaming a funeral? Generally speaking, the answer is no. Zoom, while wonderful for remote corporate meetings, family catch-up...
Is Facebook Live a good option for funeral livestreaming? 9 reasons not to use Facebook Live for funerals
Thinking about using Facebook Live to livestream a funeral? You might want to think again. Many reputable sources, including the National Funeral Directors Association (NFDA) recommend against using Facebook Live and YouTube Live for livestreaming funerals (see point...
Is YouTube Live a good platform for funeral livestreaming? Seven reasons NOT to use YouTube Live for funerals
So, you’re thinking of using YouTube Live to livestream a funeral or memorial service? You believe you’ll save your family (or your funeral home) some money because it’s easy – and it’s free, right? Wrong. As you shall see, there are 7 reasons why YouTube Live...
The Definitive Guide to Funeral Livestreaming
A Guide to the Best Funeral Livestreaming Services What is the best platform for livestreaming a funeral or memorial service? When you weigh the pros and cons, it’s generally better to choose a platform that is purpose-built for funerals. Although there are many...
Exploring the Unique Advantages of Utilizing Livestreaming Technology for Funeral Services
Funeral services are an opportunity for families and friends to come together and celebrate the life of a loved one. But when almost 90% of funeral services have loved ones who can't attend, remote attendance systems become an important tool for accessibility. Here,...
Five Questions for Families Wanting To Live Stream Funerals
You’ve done all the planning. You know who will officiate at the funeral service for your loved one and who will give the eulogy. You’ve chosen the flowers, selected the music and bought a new dress or suit. You’ve also decided to explore livestreaming the service, so friends and family who can’t be there in person can watch. Now you may be asking yourself: What next?
What COVID-19 Has Taught us About the Grieving Process
By Bruce Likly, President and Co-founder, TribuCast®.From quarantine and schools being shut down to the struggling economy, the pandemic has disrupted nearly every aspect of our daily lives. Perhaps the most somber of all statistics is the fact that, as of this...
How TribuCast® Helps Loved Ones Find Peace
By Bruce Likly, President and Co-founder, TribuCast®.I don’t know about you, but now more than ever, I love hearing uplifting stories and good news. As the President and Co-founder of TribuCast®, a remote attendance system which allows family and friends to virtually...