Our Story
Life is precious — and so is preparing for its end. At MyGoodbyes, we believe that planning ahead isn’t just about practicalities; it’s about love, legacy, and peace of mind. We’re here to help you have the important conversations, make the choices that matter to you, and leave behind clarity, not confusion.
Our journey began three years ago, when we set out to create a safe, compassionate space where people could explore their wishes for the end of life — from funeral preferences to the personal touches that make a farewell truly yours.
James Barrett
James founded MyGoodbyes as a place to talk about death after my dad died from cancer and he learned how hard it is to talk about death with someone who is dying. A passionate advocate for helping people live and leave well, James has been a driving force in creating tools that make end-of-life planning approachable and empowering.
Faye Temperley
Before starting MyGoodbyes, death anxiety was a real challenge for Faye. Getting better prepared for end-of-life has helped her overcome this. The creative spirit of MyGoodbyes, Faye has a talent for turning difficult topics into meaningful, heartfelt experiences. She works closely with our community to ensure that our services are as human and comforting as they are practical.
What We Offer
Our mission is simple: to help you plan your goodbyes, your way.
We provide:
- An easy-to-use app designed to get you and your loved ones talking about death — gently opening the door to conversations that matter.
- Practical tools for documenting your wishes
- Guides and courses to walk you through each step
- Free resources to help you start the conversation today
- Compassionate support so you never have to navigate this alone
You can explore our growing library of free and paid resources, with more coming soon.
Why We Do It
End-of-life planning isn’t about giving up — it’s about taking control, easing the burden on loved ones, and creating a legacy that reflects who you are. By talking about death, we can live more fully, love more deeply, and leave more peacefully.
Whether you’re just curious, ready to start planning, or looking for ways to help others do the same, we’re glad you’ve found us. We’d love for you to be part of our community as we continue to grow, learn, and make a difference — together.
A Stronger Offering Together
Last year saw another major milestone in our growth: MyGoodbyes merged with Before I Go Solutions.
Before I Go Solutions, founded by Jane Duncan Rogers, has been a pioneer in the end-of-life planning world, providing resources, training, and support to thousands of people worldwide. Jane’s work has touched countless lives, and her compassionate, practical approach has set the gold standard in this field.
By bringing MyGoodbyes and Before I Go Solutions together, we’ve created a single, stronger organisation — blending the warmth and innovation of MyGoodbyes with the deep experience and trusted tools of Before I Go Solutions.
We continue to work closely with Jane, ensuring her wisdom remains at the heart of what we do, while also expanding our offerings to meet the needs of our growing audience.
Our Experts
Fran Coulter Financial Advisor
Jane Duncan Rogers Coach
Jessica Bryars Funeral Director
Vicki Gulliver Private Client Lawyer
Jane Diamond Funeral Director
Sally Dowding Occupational Therapist
Emma Butler Independent Celebrant
Emma Hall Palliative Care Consultant
Amanda Roberts Independent Celebrant
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