Preparing for the Inevitable: Financial & Emotional Steps When a Spouse is Dying

Facing the impending loss of a spouse is one of the most emotionally and logistically challenging experiences a person can endure. In this heartfelt episode, Tim and Lindsay walk listeners through the essential financial and emotional steps to take when a spouse receives a terminal diagnosis.

Tim shares the powerful story of Mary and Tom, a couple blindsided by a stage 4 cancer diagnosis, and how thoughtful preparation gave Mary confidence and peace of mind during the most uncertain time of her life. From organizing financial documents and updating beneficiaries to creating meaningful, lasting memories—this episode is a must-listen for anyone navigating anticipatory grief.

Lindsay offers guidance on emotional preparation: how to have difficult conversations, find support, and stay present during the time you have left together. You’ll hear touching, creative ideas that families have used to preserve connection and legacy—from recording bedtime stories to creating hand molds.

Whether you're currently facing this reality or want to be better prepared, this episode offers compassionate, practical advice for an unthinkable moment—and reminds us all that love, legacy, and resilience can carry us through the darkest of times.