The Legacy of Love: Estate Planning Simplified for Mothers
If something happened to you tomorrow… would your family know what to do?
Estate planning can feel overwhelming. It’s easy to keep putting it off, thinking you’ll get to it tomorrow. You know it matters, but you’re not sure who to trust or where to start.
Only 1 in 3 families have an estate plan in place. That statistic is sobering when you realize death is the only guarantee in life. Not taking action can cost your family time, money, and peace.
‘The Legacy of Love’ podcast simplifies estate planning for mothers in the sandwich generation—those raising children while caring for aging parents—so you can plan with confidence, ditch the overwhelm, and leave a legacy that reflects your values and your vision.
Episodes air weekly on Mondays and Wednesdays.
In each episode, you’ll:
• Learn from heart-led experts what a thoughtful estate plan really includes
• Navigate hard topics like challenging family dynamics and end-of-life care
• Discover practical tools beyond your estate plan to reduce overwhelm, support your decision-making, and plan comprehensively with clarity and confidence
Hosted by Sara Ecklein—a Licensed Professional Fiduciary, private trustee, and mother—this podcast offers guidance that goes far beyond legal documents. Because legacy isn’t a destination; it’s a living practice that evolves as you do.
Don’t wait for a crisis to start your estate plan. Start today—with intention, clarity, and love.
🎧 New here? Start with fan-favorite Episode 2: Estate Planning With Heart.
The Legacy of Love: Estate Planning Simplified for Mothers
Why Estate Planning Alone Won’t Save Your Family (or Your Legacy) From Chaos
Who helps clean up the “dumpster fires of death” when you’re gone?
Settling a loved one’s estate isn’t just emotionally draining, it’s a logistical marathon. In this eye-opening episode, Sara speaks with Rachel Donnelly, an after loss professional, about the hidden burdens executors face and the urgent need for better preparation and support in end-of-life planning.
In this episode, you will:
- Learn how settling an estate can take over 400 hours and why most executors feel overwhelmed and underprepared
- Discover the critical gaps in estate planning—from frozen accounts to locked digital assets—and how to avoid them
- Gain practical tools and insights to help your family navigate loss with more clarity, support, and less chaos
Listen now to learn how you can ease the burden on your loved ones by planning ahead for the realities of trust or estate administration.
About Rachel:
Rachel Donnelly is the founder and CEO of AfterLight, a firm dedicated to helping families navigate the administrative side of loss with compassion and clarity. Inspired by her own experiences, Rachel created the Legacy Building Formula™, a 6-step program guiding clients through legacy preservation and estate administration.
She’s also the co-founder of Professionals of After Loss Services (PALS), where she helped launch the first training program for after-loss professionals.
Rachel lives in Atlanta with her husband, two children, and their pup, Rhett Butler. Her upcoming book, Late To Your Own Funeral, explores how to leave a legacy, not a logistical mess behind.
Connect with Rachel:
On Instagram @myafterlight
On Facebook
On LinkedIn
MyAfterLight.com
AfterLossPros.com
Episodes air weekly on Mondays and Wednesdays.
Download The Legacy of Love Workbook
A free workbook designed to transform your estate planning journey from a checklist into a meaningful expression of your values, stories, and deepest wishes for your loved ones.
If you are interested in professional fiduciary services, complete the contact form and a member of Trust & Honor will reach out to discuss which fiduciary services are right for you or your loved one.
Disclaimer
This podcast simplifies estate planning for women in the sandwich generation - those raising children while caring for aging parents. We cover living trusts, wills, power of attorney, supported decision making, and healthcare proxies to help you plan with clarity and peace of mind. Episodes explore inheritance, probate, fiduciary duties, and the role of a trustee, while addressing decision fatigue, overwhelm, and the emotional weight of caregiving. Rooted in mindfulness, values, and preparedness, we offer practical tools and heartfelt conversations about elder care, end-of-life planning, and leaving a legacy that lasts.
