What are some factors that you will have to consider when deciding on cremation? All of them are deeply personal and significant: there are your spiritual/religious beliefs, your level of environmental consciousness, financial considerations, and the expectations of your immediate family and your wider social group.
As you dive into the pages below, have these questions in mind:
- How do you feel about the idea of cremation? What about burial? Purely based on emotions, which one makes you feel better?
- Is cost a big concern for you? When it comes to end-of-life planning, are you most interested in saving you and your family money?
- What does your religion say about cremation? Will your religious or spiritual beliefs have a great impact on the decision to cremate?
- Do you have concerns about reducing pollution and being as environmentally friendly as possible?
- How do you think your family and friends will react to your decision? What are their end-of-life plans?