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What Happens To Our Social Media Accounts?

How do you want them to continue, or not, after your death?

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Catherine Durkin Robinson
Jan 16, 2025
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Our online presence has become an integral part of our identity in the digital age. While social media rightfully gets criticized for its addictive nature and divisive content, it also offers a unique opportunity to leave behind an ethical legacy for our descendants. Social media, in a sense, leads to immortality.

With this power comes responsibility.

How we use these platforms shapes the next few generations' values, beliefs, and inspirations. I’m exploring how social media allows my clients to put down their thoughts and ideas, motivating loved ones long into the future.

We discuss best practices, things to avoid, and the importance of answering the question, "How do you want to be remembered?"

Social Media as a Time Capsule

Imagine if our ancestors had access to social media platforms. How precious would it be to have insights into their lives, thoughts, and values? Let’s create a digital time capsule to resonate with our descendants for generations to come.

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