CNN features help for understanding–and thriving in–uncertainty. The author of “Uncertain: The Wisdom and Wonder of Being Unsure” shows how leaning into uncertainty actually helps us cope with change. Maggie Jackson writes (excerpt): Today, sure-fire answers are what we usually…
Legal Aid of Western Michigan Honored David C. Sarnacki with its 2023 Michael S. Barnes Pro Bono Award
https://lawestmi.org/ awarded attorney David C. Sarnacki of The Sarnacki Law Firm the 2023 Michael S. Barnes Award. Over the decades, Sarnacki contributed nearly 800 hours on cases which he accepted from LAWM’s pro bono program, provided monetary support, and worked…
Grand Rapids Magazine’s 2023 Top Lawyers in Both Family Law & Mediation: Peer Review and Rating of David C. Sarnacki
Once again, David C. Sarnacki has been selected to Grand Rapids Magazine’s list of Top Lawyers, this time for 2023. Recognized by his peers for excellence in both Family Law and Mediation, he was chosen by a confidential vote of…
Ratings & Reviews: Best Law Firms again confirms peer-review rating for Sarnacki Law Firm
Best Law Firms announced that The Sarnacki Law Firm PLC has been recognized by its peers for professional excellence, and the firm will be included in the 2024 Edition of Best Law Firms rankings. To make its decisions, this prestigious…
Professional Rating and Review of David Sarnacki: 2024 Best Lawyers in America
Best Lawyers announced that Grand Rapids attorney and mediator David C. Sarnacki has been selected for inclusion in the 30th Edition of The Best Lawyers in America. David was recognized by attorneys and judges for excellence in three areas: 1.…
Professional Rating and Review of David Sarnacki, 2023 Super Lawyers Review: Excellence
Thomson Reuters’ Super Lawyers selected David C. Sarnacki to the 2023 Michigan Super Lawyers list. This honor is reserved for lawyers exhibit top-5% excellence and reflects peer review by attorneys and judges. Mr. Sarnacki’s Grand Rapids practice helps clients transition…
Questions & Being patient toward all that is unsolved in your heart
On Being provides this 8-minute meditation on one of my favorite quotes: Rilke’s Living the Questions. Krista Tippett shares the quote, frames its potential for impact, and offers a method for processing the questions rolling around in our hearts.
What Oprah said about her secret to success
CNN excerpted Oprah Winfrey’s commencement address to Tennessee State University. Thirty years ago, she received her degree in communications from the HBCU. Oprah’s message touched on imposter syndrome, leaning into grace, noise and the truth of you, being hopeful rather…
Grand Rapids divorce attorney named 2023 Top Rated Litigator and one of Midwest’s Top Rated Lawyers
David C. Sarnacki was selected by Legal Leaders at ALM [Law.com, The American Lawyer, The National Law Journal] as a 2023 Top Rated Litigator and one of the Midwest’s Top Rated Lawyers. Mr. Sarnacki’s practice helps clients transition through separation…
The simplicity of acting kind
CNN’s Life but Better reminds us of the value of kindness in our daily lives. Sandee LaMotte writes ()excerpt): Happiness researchers Sonja Lyubomirsky and Kennon Sheldon found that people who did a variety of acts of kindness throughout the week…
Acting as if you’re already there
On Being’s Krista Tippett’s interview with the late John Lewis included this exchange on “living as if” your possibility is already reality (excerpt): Lewis: But later I discovered, I guess, that you have to have this sense of faith that…
The DNA industry’s Pandora’s box: connecting to others
CNN Travel highlights two risks of DNA testing that connects you to other people in surprising ways. Tim Curran writes (excerpt): . . . Among them [the potential surprises], [Samuel] Burke lists finding out a parent was unfaithful or that…
Say what else is true: poetry, conflict, friendship
The Poetry Unbound newsletter from Pádraig Ó Tuama reminds us that there’s more than the “yeah, but” or the “and yet” or the “however” in poetry, in conflict, in relationships, in life. There’s the “also.” Pádraig Ó Tuama writes (excerpt):…
Both/And: the American patriot and the psychology of good people
CNN’s Life but Better helps us understand how to be the patriot our country needs. In her interview of Dolly Chugh, Angela Duckworth writes (excerpt): Chugh: Practice paradox spotting! You can do it everywhere. Our brains like consistency and resist…
2023 Best Law Firms – Professional Review and Rating of The Sarnacki Law Firm
Best Lawyers in America selected The Sarnacki Law Firm for its 2023 Edition of U.S. News – Best Lawyers “Best Law Firms.” The Best Lawyers in America is one of the oldest and most respected peer-review publications in the legal…
Calming baby science: the scientific method for putting baby to bed
CNN Relationships show us how Japanese researchers discovered that 5 plus 8 makes sweet dreams. Sandee LaMotte writes (excerpt): Here’s how it works: Walk your baby for a minimum of five minutes with no sudden movements, at which time the…
Asking for & responding to: encountering some sacred mystery in the word Help
On Being’s The Pause Newsletter featured Pádraig Ó Tuama’s reflection on help Ó Tuama writes (excerpt): . . . Depending on your personality, it can feel like hell to ask for help. It starts off sounding like hell too, but…
Grand Rapids Magazine’s 2022 Top Lawyers in Family Law & Mediation: Peer Review and Rating of David C. Sarnacki
Once again, David C. Sarnacki has been selected to Grand Rapids Magazine’s list of Top Lawyers, this time for 2022. Recognized by his peers for excellence in Family Law [divorce and custody] and Mediation, he was chosen by a confidential…
Parenting principles for sports: adults letting kids be kids
CNN Health shows how parents can let kids enjoy sports as kids. Matt Villano interviews Linda Flanagan and writes about her top 4 principles (excerpt): The first is to look at your child and recognize that interest and passion in…
Professional Rating and Review of David Sarnacki: 2023 Best Lawyers in America
Best Lawyers in America announced that Grand Rapids attorney and mediator David C. Sarnacki has been selected by attorneys and judges for inclusion in the 29th Edition of The Best Lawyers in America. David was recognized for his outstanding work…