THE GENTLE PREPARATION SERIES

 

This Is Me

A reflective workbook for preserving identity, memories, and meaningful connection

This workbook was created to gently capture the personal details that help someone feel known, understood, and connected over time.

It supports families, carers, and loved ones by preserving routines, preferences, memories, and meaningful personal information in one calm and accessible place.

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Every life deserves to be remembered as a person, not a patient.

People are more than appointments, medications, paperwork, or care needs.

They are made up of routines, memories, relationships, comforts, preferences, and experiences.

This workbook helps preserve those details in one thoughtful and practical place.

Inside this workbook

Personal history and memories

Daily routines and preferences

Comforts and familiar habits

Communication and support needs

Meaningful relationships

Favourite music, places and activities

Designed for

Ageing individuals

Families supporting ageing parents or loved ones

Carers and support workers

People navigating cognitive decline or illness

Anyone wanting to preserve meaningful personal information

Chris Petrie

You don't need to tell your whole story today.

Some people may complete sections gradually over time. Others may simply use the workbook to begin important conversations or preserve meaningful details for the future.

Even small pieces of information can make a meaningful difference.

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Part of The Gentle Preparation Series

This guide forms part of a broader collection of guides and reflective resources designed to help individuals and families prepare for the future with greater calm, clarity, and care.

Starting The Conversation

You Are Not Immortal - Prepare To Die

You Are Not Immortal - Prepare To Die Companion Workbook

My Farewell Wishes

My Farewell Wishes Companion Workbook

This Is Me

Help future carers know the person behind the paperwork.

Download This Is Me and begin recording the routines, memories, and meaningful details that help others better understand and support you over time.

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