The Story We Leave Method

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Why Become

a Certified Facilitator

The Story We Leave™

What is it?

The Story We Leave™ is a legacy-journaling project that helps people preserve and share their life stories, memories, and wisdom so they can be honored and remembered.

What’s It For?

To honor a life well lived

To bring families closer

To leave behind stories, values, and love

To help the storyteller feel seen, heard, and remembered

To create a keepsake for future generations

 

Who Can Do It?

You can do it with the help of a Certified Legacy Facilitator,

or, on your own, as a family or group.

The Story We Leave™ 

is a guided method to help someone tell their life story — before it's too late.

Certified Facilitator Training

Legacy Facilitator Certification is a unique opportunity to be trained, equipped, and empowered to guide others through the transformative process of The Story We Leave™.

Whether you're a coach, counselor, caregiver, death doula, or simply someone with a heart for helping others, this certification allows you to professionally lead individuals, families, or groups as they document meaningful life stories, wishes, memories, and legacies.

What You’ll Learn:

  • How to create safe, meaningful spaces for storytelling

  • The tools and structure of The Story We Leave process

  • How to support clients emotionally and practically

  • How to use the guided workbook, scripts, and creative materials

  • Ways to offer workshops, classes, and 1-on-1 sessions

  • Marketing and business strategies to launch your own legacy facilitation practice

What You’ll Receive:

  • Complete facilitator training with flexible pacing

  • A branded toolkit: templates, journals, scripts, flyers, and printables

  • Certificate of completion

  • Optional licensing to teach others or host official events

  • Ongoing support and access to future resources

 

TIME LIMITED
SALE PRICE until end of October for CERTIFICATION COURSE.

The Story We Leave™ isn’t a one-size-fits-all experience — it’s flexible, heartfelt, and deeply personal. Whether you're gathering with loved ones or reflecting in quiet moments, there are many ways to bring your story to life:

πŸ’¬ One-on-One
Work individually, at your own pace, using our guided tools — perfect for journaling, reflection, or recording life memories privately. This is ideal for those who prefer quiet time to think, write, and create.

πŸŽ‰ Legacy Parties & Story Circles
Gather your favorite people and turn memory-making into a celebration! Perfect for birthdays, retirement parties, anniversaries, or life transitions. 

πŸ§“ Senior Centers & Retirement Communities
Facilitators or activity directors can host group sessions where elders reminisce, write, and create their legacy books together. It's a beautiful bonding experience and helps preserve wisdom for future generations.

β›ͺ Faith-Based Gatherings
Church groups and spiritual communities can host story-sharing events or workshops as part of grief support, women’s circles, or legacy teachings. 

πŸ‘¨‍πŸ‘©‍πŸ‘§‍πŸ‘¦ Family Sessions
Families can come together across generations to co-create a keepsake. 

πŸ’» Online & Virtual Workshops
Join us from anywhere in the world through live virtual gatherings, where trained facilitators guide you through the process step-by-step. Great for those who prefer remote participation or want to connect with a community. Scheduled through Independent Certified facilitators when available.