I developed Evelyn48 because I saw, firsthand, what happens when affairs aren't in order. Not in a dramatic, catastrophic way — but in the quiet, grinding, exhausting way that grief is made so much harder by confusion, paperwork, and unanswered questions.
Getting your affairs in order sounds like a chore. I'd like to offer you a different way of seeing it: it's one of the most profound acts of love you can offer the people who matter most to you.
What 'In Order' Actually Means
It means that if something happened to you tomorrow, the people you love would know where to find your Will. They'd know who your solicitor is. They'd know your wishes for your funeral. They'd have access to your financial accounts. They'd know your passwords. They'd have your instructions.
It doesn't mean everything has to be perfect. It means enough is in place that your family can function — and grieve — without being overwhelmed by logistics at the same time.
Start With a Review
If you haven't revisited your affairs recently, start with a simple review. Do you have a Will? Is it current? Does it reflect your life as it is today — your relationships, your assets, your wishes?
Do you have a Power of Attorney? This is the document that allows a trusted person to make decisions on your behalf if you become unable to do so yourself. Without it, even the closest family member may find themselves legally unable to act.
Are your beneficiaries up to date on your pension, your life insurance, and any other relevant policies?
The Ongoing Nature of Preparation
This is not a one-time task. Life changes — and your affairs should change with it. A marriage, a divorce, a new baby, a bereavement, a house move, a significant change in your finances — all of these are triggers to revisit your planning.
Think of it as a relationship with your own future, tended regularly rather than addressed in a single panicked afternoon.
The Evelyn48 Workbook System
The Honouring My Wishes series was designed to be exactly what the title suggests: a way of honouring your wishes by capturing them fully, clearly, and accessibly. Across four volumes, you'll work through everything from your personal and financial details to your emotional legacy and final wishes.
It works alongside your Will — not instead of it. Because a Will tells people what to do with your assets. Our system tells them everything else.
Getting your affairs in order is not a task to dread. It's a gift to give. And there's no better time to start than right now.
— The Evelyn48 Team 💜