Cremation is a well-known end of life procedure, mostly known to the general public as the main alternative to the traditional burial process. There are, however, many things that the average person doesn’t know about cremation. These myths span range from misconceptions about the procedure, to its association with certain traditions.
These myths, and others, contribute to false beliefs about cremation. Cremation has become almost as common as a traditional burial. People see it as carrying a piece of their loved one with them on an everyday basis. Cremation is a clean, regulated process that is permitted by most religions. Best practice, when hearing these myths, is to double-check for the answers from credible sources before accepting anything as factual.