CNN Relationships shows how your empathy can be gifted to the next two generations (your children and grandchildren). The article (with tips) explains research at the University of Virginia and includes insights from Dr. Michele Borba. Dr. Katie Hurley writes…
Calm yourself: Socratic questions to quiet irrational thoughts
CNN Life But Better mindfulness shows how our bad thoughts can back down in the face of simple questions. The Socratic method can improve your life. Kristen Rogers notes these (and many more) tips and questions (excerpt): [S]start by writing…
Soulmate material: prioritizing friendship over fireworks [and reducing the divorce prospects]
CNN Health sheds some light on why divorce rates are trending down, including changes during Covid and selecting partners for long-term stability and satisfaction rather than short-term attraction. Madeline Holcombe writes (excerpt): “In my practice over the last decade, I’ve…
Professional Rating and Review of The Sarnacki Law Firm, 2024 Best Law Firms, Tier 1 ranking
Best Lawyers in America announced that once again, The Sarnacki Law Firm PLC has been selected by its peer-review process for its top “Tier 1” ranking in the 2024 Edition of “Best Law Firms.” Tier 1 recognition is reserved for…
Professional Rating and Review of David Sarnacki, 2024 Super Lawyers Review: Excellence
Thomson Reuters’ Super Lawyers selected David C. Sarnacki to the 2024 Michigan Super Lawyers list. This honor is reserved for lawyers who exhibit top-5% excellence, and this distinction reflects peer-review validation by attorneys and judges in the community. Mr. Sarnacki…
On Parenting: “What did we know? We thought we knew a lot” [as The Bengsons sang in The Keep Going Song]
The Washington Post offers us the parenting editor’s “5 absolute truths.” Reflecting on her 10 years as editor and 16 years as a mother, Amy Joyce lists (excerpt): Boundaries are good, and your influence matters. Kindness and empathy are learned.…
The best possible life for you: what we’ve been telling Gallup
Institute for Family Studies summarizes 15 years of Gallup research on living our best lives. The strongest indicator of well-being? Marriage Jonathan Rothwell writes (excerpt): [M]arried people enjoy higher well-being, when asked to reflect upon their life. They evaluate their…
Word Warriors celebrate the inherent beauty and agility of the English language
Wayne State Word Warriors released their 2024 list of words to reinvigorate your voice. One example in law is Pettifogger: “An inferior legal practitioner, especially one who deals with petty cases or employs dubious practices.” Chris Williams, assistant director of…
Health resolutions that matter: #3 daily expressions of gratitude
CNN Life But Better makes New Year’s resolutions simple with four daily health habits. Dana Santas writes (excerpt): It can be as simple as making a point to thank anyone you encounter who gives you their time and energy. For…
TRL reviews of The Sarnacki Law Firm PLC
Top Rated Local shows reviews of The Sarnacki Law Firm PLC: Jennifer C. 1 review 05/28/2020 Verified Great to work with. Help me through the worst time ever! Patrick S. 1 review 04/08/2020 Verified This firm was totally on top…
Change ourselves, and our world changes: Curiosity, Adaptability and Resilience
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
Legal Aid of Western Michigan 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…
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.
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…