What Legacy Are You Really Leaving Behind?

Most of us think of legacy as something financial—a will, a family heirloom, maybe a favorite recipe passed down. But what if the most powerful legacy has nothing to do with money or possessions?

In this week’s episode of the Spiral Up Podcast, I sat down with my dear friend and client, Dr. Argie Nichols—a retired professor, legacy strategist, and truth-teller for women in their golden chapter of life. And let me just say… this conversation flipped the legacy conversation on its head in the best way.

Beyond the Will: Defining What Legacy Really Means

Dr. Argie has lived a full, fascinating life—spanning over 45 years in education, groundbreaking archaeological work with National Geographic, and even earning a law degree to protect her family’s estate. But she’s the first to tell you: legacy isn’t just about what you leave behind. It’s about what you intentionally build now—especially in your relationships, your stories, your values, and your peace of mind.

This episode challenged the idea that our third chapter is a time to slow down or disappear. Instead, it’s an invitation to heal what’s unresolved, prepare what matters, and step into a brand new purpose.

Healing Isn’t a Luxury—It’s a Legacy

One of the most powerful moments of our conversation was when Argie shared a deeply personal story about a 15-year family estrangement—one that just recently began to find the first steps toward healing. It was raw, emotional, and filled with hope.

Here’s the thing: every woman I know has a story like this. Whether it’s a sibling you haven’t spoken to in years or an unresolved wound from decades ago, these stories matter. They shape the energy we carry, and the legacy we leave.

And as Argie shared, reconciliation may not always look like a perfect movie ending—but it can bring peace, closure, and spiritual freedom when we give ourselves permission to start the conversation.

Organize the Details, Own the Future

Let’s talk about something that makes most people squirm: estate planning.

It’s easy to avoid the hard conversations about who gets what, what paperwork is in place, or what happens when we’re gone. But Argie reminds us that the mess we don’t address now can become the emotional burden our families carry later.

The truth? Leaving a legacy means making sure our financial documents, wishes, and stories are documented now, not someday.

Argie’s Her Life Legacy program gives women the tools to:

• Create or update wills, trusts, and estate plans
  
  

• Clarify financial accounts and access points (especially for widowed or newly single women)
  
  

• Inventory their home and valuables (hello, tornado season!)
  
  

• Record personal stories and spiritual reflections for future generations
  
  

• Reconnect with estranged family members or make peace with the past
  
  

It’s more than paperwork. It’s empowerment.

The Golden Chapter Isn’t the End—It’s a New Beginning

Maybe you’ve spent your life caring for others. Maybe you’re stepping away from a career that defined you. Maybe you’re just feeling the nudge that something in your life is unfinished.

The message of this episode is simple: you’re not too late. You’re right on time.

Whether you’re navigating aging parents, preparing your own estate, or simply wondering how to feel more at peace with the life you’ve built—this conversation is for you. You don’t need to have it all figured out. You just need to be willing to begin.

Ready to Start Building Your Legacy?

If you’re ready to move beyond the fear, confusion, or procrastination around your legacy—and want someone to walk beside you with warmth, wisdom, and clarity—visit HerLifeLegacy.com. Take the Legacy Survey to get started and explore personalized options for financial organization, emotional reconciliation, and storytelling that lasts.

And if this conversation resonated with you, send it to your mom, your sister, or your best friend. Legacy isn’t just about what we leave—it’s about who we become along the way.