Ethical wills can take many formats. Some people use poetry or songs. Others dictate on a cassette recorder or use a video recorder. A writer who wants the will to remain intact for many years should use acid-free paper that will not disintegrate, fade or mold. The length depends on what the writer chooses to include.
Some people describe life events, goals, values and beliefs.
Other people address specific topics such as My happiest and funniest moments , Why I love you and will miss you, or My Definition of True Success. Writers may want to consider including stories with deep personal meaning, ancestral backgrounds, people or events that shaped their lives, or favorite scriptures. The preparation of an ethical will may offer physical and emotional benefits similar to those found from writing about a traumatic event. Writing an ethical will can be a healthy, healing exercise. Flashman, Robert, M., Flashman, L. Noble, S. Quick.