More to life than chasing happiness
The piece argues happiness alone may not satisfy. Viktor Frankl’s insight shows meaning sustains resilience in hardship, while studies link purpose to better health and life satisfaction. Yet the pursuit of happiness can reduce happiness itself. meaning elevates well being and growth beyond fleeting joy.
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Viktor Frankl
Frankl
Gallup
Centers For Disease Control
Emily Esfahani Smith
Journal of Positive Psychology
Martin E. P. Seligman
Law on barking dogs and owner liability reviewed
Ingham County Court Administrator George M. Strander surveys how Michigan courts treat injuries from barking dogs. Citing Giouroukos v Jungling, the piece explains strict liability typically does not apply to ordinary dog barking and that owners are not obliged to constantly restrain barking absent other dangerous behavior.
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George M. Strander
Ingham County Court
Michigan Court of Appeals
Giouroukos
Jungling
Christina Giouroukos
William Jungling
Michigan
Budweiser Vehicle Wrap Scam Caught in Heat Folly
A humorous account recalls receiving a Budweiser vehicle wrap scam offer promising $400 weekly for car advertising. The writer notes the lure of passive income, researches the scam, and imagines absurd scenarios including funeral home and chaplain settings before dismissing it as risky and fake. Kristy Smith’s Different Drum humor column is cited.
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Home Grange
Marshall
Funeral Home
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