The Most Loving Way to “Treat Yourself”

When we hear the phrase treat yourself, we think of small indulgences. A massage. A weekend away. A long bath. A beautiful meal. And those things matter. They help us rest. They help us reset.

But what if one of the most powerful ways to treat yourself is not indulgent at all, but intentional?

End of life planning may not sound like self care at first. It does not come wrapped in soft blankets or spa music. But at its heart, it is one of the deepest forms of care you can offer yourself. It is the act of reducing future stress. It is clearing emotional clutter. It is replacing uncertainty with clarity.

When your wishes are written down, your documents are organized, and your trusted people understand your values, something subtle but powerful happens. The quiet anxiety of “What if?” softens. The background mental load lightens. You know you have handled what can be handled.

That is peace of mind. And peace of mind is self care.

Treating yourself is not always about adding something pleasant. Sometimes it is about removing something heavy. It is about lifting the invisible weight of unfinished conversations, unclear preferences, and unspoken fears. It is about saying, “I deserve clarity. I deserve dignity. I deserve to have my voice heard, even if I cannot speak.”

There is also a profound boundary setting element to this work. When you outline your wishes, you are honoring your autonomy. You are choosing how you want to be cared for. You are identifying who you trust to advocate for you. You are grounding your future in your values today. That is not morbid. That is empowered.

And while end of life planning is deeply personal, it is never only personal. It is a gift to your family, your friends, your community. Clear plans prevent conflict. Documented wishes reduce emotional strain. Preparation allows your loved ones to grieve instead of guess. In that way, this form of self care ripples outward. It steadies the people around you.

There is courage in doing this work. We live in a culture that often avoids conversations about death. But avoidance does not eliminate reality. It often amplifies anxiety. When we gently face what is inevitable, we often discover something surprising. A deeper appreciation for life. Planning for the end can make the present feel more intentional, more connected, more meaningful.

You do not have to do it alone.

At EoLPS, our navigators walk beside you through this process with clarity and compassion. We help you think through the essential areas of preparation. We create space for your questions. We move at your pace. This is not about rushing decisions. It is about supporting you in making thoughtful ones.

If you have been waiting for the right time, consider this your invitation.

Treat yourself to peace of mind.
Treat yourself to clarity.
Treat yourself to the comfort of knowing your wishes are known.

Reach out to connect with a navigator. Let’s approach this work not from fear, but from care. Honoring your life includes planning for its full arc. And that is one of the most loving things you can do.