There is something timeless about the idea of leaving a message for the people we love. A few simple words can bring comfort, spark a memory, or remind someone that they were cherished. Our latest research found that 68% of people would like to leave a personal message to be shared after their death, yet most have not done so.
Some people picture writing a heartfelt letter, while others think about recording a voice note or a short video. Many want to say thank you, share a message of love, or pass on a favourite story. However it is shared, the intention remains the same, to stay close to the people who matter and leave behind something truly personal.
Why Messages Matter
When someone we love dies, we hold on to their voice, their handwriting, and their words. A message left behind can bridge the gap between loss and memory, offering comfort in moments of grief.
Our findings showed that the most common reasons people want to leave a message are to say thank you, to share love, or to pass down stories that capture who they were. It is a way of ensuring that their voice carries on, even when they can no longer speak for themselves.
New Ways to Keep Memories Alive
Today, leaving a message does not have to mean a letter tucked away in a drawer. Technology allows us to preserve moments in new and meaningful ways. Voice notes, videos and digital memory boxes help people capture their words and emotions exactly as they would like them to be remembered.
Yet traditional keepsakes remain just as powerful. A handwritten note, a favourite photograph or a small memento can hold immense emotional value. What matters most is that these gestures reflect who you are and what you want your loved ones to feel when they think of you.
Making It Easier to Leave a Legacy
At Legacy Hub, we help people preserve not only their essential documents and plans but also their stories and messages. Everything can be stored securely in one private place, ready to be shared when the time is right.
For the families left behind, these words and memories often become priceless. They remind us that preparation is not only about paperwork, but about love, connection and remembrance.
Your legacy, organised. Your family, supported.