Leo Guide: A Practical Guide for Managing Loss
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Leo Guide: A Practical Guide for Managing Loss
$9.00
Sale price
$9.00
Regular price
The Leo Guide walks you through the first days and months after a loss — what's urgent, what can wait, and what the calls actually sound like — in plain language. Most families spend the first 96 hours calling strangers, guessing at account numbers, and making irreversible decisions without the information they need. The Leo Guide exists so those days don't have to feel like guesswork. Whether you're in it right now, or you watched your family scramble and never want that to happen again, it's 60 pages you can read start to finish or jump straight to the section you need. Delivered instantly as a PDF.
"This is incredible. What a fantastic resource for families. I really like how thorough it is."
— Early reader"One of the most valuable parts of this are the scripts where you suggest what to say. I've not seen that in any resources I've seen so far."
— Early reader"Simple, honest language. That will help a lot of parents who are trying to hold it together while their kids are confused and scared. This is meaningful work. Truly."
— Tom MartinWhat's inside
60 Pages, Delivered Instantly
A PDF you'll receive right after checkout.
Plain-Language Guidance
Written for a moment when thinking clearly is hard. Every section is direct and easy to follow, with a clear note on what's urgent right now versus what can wait.
Scripts for the Hard Conversations
Word-for-word suggestions for the calls you don't know how to start, including how to talk with children before and after a service.
Read However You Need To
Go front to back, or skip straight to the section that matches where you are.
What it covers
- Immediate Needs
- Notifying Friends, Family, Employers & Institutions
- Taking Care of Your Emotional Well-Being
- Planning the Funeral
- Emotional Well-Being During & After the Funeral
- Writing an Obituary
- Managing Immediate Household Bills or Finance Needs
- Managing Belongings & Your New Normal After Loss
- Handling Legal Documents & Paperwork
- Managing Finances
- Securing Online Accounts
- A Final Word of Support
- Resources
How it works
Being human comes before being responsible. The Leo Guide is built around that — practical guidance for the moments when grief and logistics hit at the same time.
- Clear: Plain language, no jargon, written to be understood on a hard day.
- Sequenced: Organized by what needs to happen first, so you're not guessing at the order.
- Practical: Scripts for the calls, checklists for the tasks, and a plain note on what's urgent versus what can wait.
- Yours to keep: Delivered instantly as a PDF. Read it on your phone, print it, save it for later.
Who it's for
The Leo Guide is for you if:
- You're going through a loss right now and don't know where to start
- You're supporting a grieving friend or family member and want to help without guessing
- You've been through a loss before and want to be more prepared if it happens again
- You're anticipating a loss — an aging parent, a family member who is ill — and want to know what's coming
- You just want a clear, calm resource to have on hand, even if you never need to open it
Common questions
How do I get access after I buy it?
You'll receive an email right after checkout with your PDF attached or linked. No account to create — download it and start reading right away.
I'm going through this right now — is it too much to read all at once?
You don't have to. It's organized so you can go straight to the section you need today and come back for the rest later. You're not expected to read it front to back.
Is the Leo Guide a legal or estate planning tool?
No. It's an informational resource. It helps you understand the steps and conversations ahead of you. It does not replace advice from an attorney, accountant, or financial advisor. For those, consult a qualified professional. I'm not a lawyer or financial advisor.
I've been through the loss of six people I love, including my son Cameron in January 2025. Each time, I ran into the same wall — nobody tells you what to do first. I wrote this guide so your family has to figure out a little less. — Mike Ward, Founder of Leo