The Gift of Peace: Why Writing a Will This Christmas Matters

The holiday season is often seen as a time for family, joy and gift-giving. It’s also a perfect opportunity to think about the future, particularly when it comes to ensuring that your loved ones are taken care of. 

Whilst the idea of writing a will might not be the first thing that comes to mind when you’re sipping eggnog or wrapping presents, doing so at Christmas could be one of the best gifts you give yourself and your family, and here's why;

1. A Time of Reflection and Family Connection

Christmas is a time when we reflect on our lives, our loved ones and our legacies. It’s a season of togetherness and gratitude, and it can often bring the opportunity to have conversations about life and the future. 

With family gathered together, it’s an ideal time to have open discussions about your wishes, especially if you’re planning to make updates to your will. Having these conversations can ensure that your decisions are clear and that there’s no confusion about your intentions further down the road.

2. A Perfect Time to Review Your Affairs

The festive period is a good time to think about what we have and what we might want to pass on to the next generation. Writing a Will is the best way to ensure that your assets, whether large or small, go to the people or causes you care about most. 

You might even have some new gifts or assets that need to be accounted for, or you wish to leave something to a new charity you’re passionate about. Christmas is the perfect time to make sure your will is up to date and reflects any changes in your life.

3. Giving a Gift that Lasts Beyond Presents

While the holidays are often filled with material gifts, writing a Will allows you to give a lasting gift that’s much more valuable than anything you can wrap in paper. The legacy of a well-thought-out Will gives your loved ones the gift of certainty, reducing potential conflict and confusion when the time comes. It’s a final gesture of care that can make a huge difference in how they cope with your passing.

4. A Will Protects What’s Important to You

At Christmas, you may find yourself thinking about the things that truly matter: family, traditions and the future. A Will is one of the best ways to protect what matters most. It’s not just about money or material assets, it’s about ensuring your children, pets and other loved ones are taken care of in the way you want. If you have young children for example, a Will is where you’ll designate guardianship, ensuring they are cared for by people you trust.

5. The Christmas Spirit of Giving

Christmas is the season of giving and a Will is a lasting, meaningful gift to your family and friends. It’s a way of ensuring that those left behind can focus on healing, rather than dealing with the complications that arise from an unclear or non-existent Will. 

What better way to do this than by giving the gift of peace.