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Episode Notes
This conversation dives into grief, legacy, innovation, and how one woman transformed a deeply personal loss into a mission-driven company that’s changing how we honor our loved ones.
In this episode of the Buried in Work podcast, Adam speaks with Adelle Archer, co-founder and CEO of Eterneva — a company that transforms the ashes or hair of loved ones into lab-grown diamonds. What began as a personal loss became a bold mission to reimagine how we celebrate life and navigate death.
Adelle shares the heartbreaking story that led to Eterneva, how the diamond creation process works, and why so many families find healing through what she calls a grief wellness journey. From transparency and trust to technology and tenderness, this conversation shines light on a new, meaningful way to remember the people we love.
Key Takeaways
- Fiduciaries are often brought in during crisis, but early planning helps avoid those situations
- Estate planning is about more than death; it also protects you while you're still alive
- Court-supervised cases are slow, public, and expensive, while private planning offers more control
- Many people overlook key documents like power of attorney and healthcare directives
- You need a trusted team that includes a fiduciary, attorney, and family members
- Talking to resistant loved ones requires empathy, curiosity, and patience
- Your legacy is shaped by how you live, not just what you leave behind
Show Links
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Website: https://www.trustandhonor.co
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/themindfulfiduciary
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100067625615341
- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sara-ecklein-clpf-97460687
About Name
Sara Ecklein is a California Licensed Professional Fiduciary and Certified National Guardian with over a decade of experience supporting individuals and families through estate planning, incapacity, and end-of-life transitions. She is the founder of Trust and Honor, a private fiduciary practice focused on proactive planning and compassionate support.
Sara has worked with hundreds of families, often stepping in during emotionally charged or legally complex situations. Her mission is to help people plan with intention so they can avoid court involvement, family conflict, and unnecessary stress.
She is also the host of the Legacy of Love podcast, where she shares insights on building a meaningful legacy rooted in values, care, and clarity.
