Feb. 18, 2026: Legacy Letter Writing with Becky Serpe
Becky Serpe, a Legacy Writing Facilitator, spiritual director, grief companion, and end-of-life death doula, shared her expertise with us about "Legacy Letter Writing." She illuminated the purposes of this powerful practice, as well as how to utilize it for yourself and those you companion. She provided examples, then guided us through the process.
If you would like to contact Becky Serpe,
Watch the video (90 min.)
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Passcode: Y!Q&TM$3
If you would like to contact Becky Serpe,
Watch the video (90 min.)
us02web.zoom.us/rec/share/UwAPi_fplpOpl4b1WbIZpAwxX2lobN8mqhQd7tv0UeSah_Hwb4o1Tp7VaLEycFi9.KANrgJHybxnWs6pM
Passcode: Y!Q&TM$3
Documents:
1. Format to use for the writing
1. Format to use for the writing
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2. Writing samples
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3. Legacy Letter Writing
Prompts / Ideas / Thoughts
Prompts / Ideas / Thoughts
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During the session, we also referred to these:
1. Storyworth
tinyurl.com/y8sv8md6
2. Articles on the importance of writing by hand:
"The Neuroscience Behind Writing: Handwriting vs. Typing--Who Wins the Battle?"
https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC11943480/
"Why Writing by Hand is Better for the Brain"
https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/positively-media/202403/writing-by-hand-can-boost-brain-connectivity
1. Storyworth
tinyurl.com/y8sv8md6
2. Articles on the importance of writing by hand:
"The Neuroscience Behind Writing: Handwriting vs. Typing--Who Wins the Battle?"
https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC11943480/
"Why Writing by Hand is Better for the Brain"
https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/positively-media/202403/writing-by-hand-can-boost-brain-connectivity
3. Becky Serpe's bio and contact information
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Nov. 19, 2025: Bringing Creative Presence and Practice into the Grief Journey with Christine Hiester
Enjoy a hands-on experience of this.
From Christine: "I am so looking forward to sharing in this sacred time with you. When we come together on Wednesday, we will share in a contemplative practice on holding our grief with gentleness and spaciousness. Please have with you:
https://us02web.zoom.us/rec/share/uUY6y0ppadvASCEIgIoyRX19D1Z6T9Qrn_ZisFQV4BpM7D_r07UvOt9qJFZt-sI3.jiLd7zEl2ORbGpKJ
Passcode: +HSHs!6j
From Christine: "I am so looking forward to sharing in this sacred time with you. When we come together on Wednesday, we will share in a contemplative practice on holding our grief with gentleness and spaciousness. Please have with you:
- a flat surface on which to work
- a large piece of watercolor or mixed media paper, preferably 11x14 or larger
- one of the following–
- a paintbrush, watercolor paint palette or a jar of ink, and jar of water
- an artist brush pen or two
- paint pens or sharpies
https://us02web.zoom.us/rec/share/uUY6y0ppadvASCEIgIoyRX19D1Z6T9Qrn_ZisFQV4BpM7D_r07UvOt9qJFZt-sI3.jiLd7zEl2ORbGpKJ
Passcode: +HSHs!6j