BOOKS

2X AUTHOR

As the author of two published books and multiple award-winning speeches, I respect the hard work necessary to compel others to hear your story. My passion is to speak on stage and see the twinkle that transpires in the eyes of the audience. Once I realized my stories could move mountains across the globe through the power of written words, I knew it was time to put pen to paper. My published works: Eat, Drink, and Be Mary: A Glimpse Into A Life Well Lived and It’s Not Luck, Overcoming You are now available. Each book was written with passion to uncover compelling messages designed to inspire every reader to unlock their true potential. We all have a story that is worthy of sharing, so take the time to read mine and reflect on yours.

EAT, DRINK, AND BE MARY

This book is the chronological story of how I met and became a part of Mary’s family. Mary constantly inspired life lessons about how to truly live and her advice is transcribed into this book. Mary Mras was a remarkable wife, mother, sister and daughter, educator, and a teacher of all. Anyone fortunate enough to cross her path surely felt her magnetic presence. Mary lived her life with intention and by example, showed us how to live a fulfilled life not by being famous or boisterous, but by simply sharing a smile, laughing through tough times and loving her family. It’s my hope to share small glimpses of a phenomenal woman, as she influenced my life, as a teacher, mentor, friend and mother-in-law. Throughout this story are Mary’s words of wisdom which are in bold italics. This book also contains e-mails from Mary’s husband, Tony, that give us an up-close view of her battle with Leukemia. The Epilogue is the story of how a sudden event forced me to re-evaluate my life to be more like Mary. The end is a list of ‘Mary-isms’ on life.

Eat, Drink, and Be Mary is available traditional and audiobook formats so you can devour the lessons and be inspired everywhere you go.

REVIEWS FOR EAT, DRINK, AND BE MARY

I just finished the audiobook of Eat, Drink, and be Mary. I never had the pleasure of meeting Mary Mras. However, after listening to Michelle’s narration, I feel like I did know her, and will remember her. I’ve known Michael and Michelle for many years now. Maybe 13 years if memory serves me. The first time I met them a friend and I just walked up to their door, rang the doorbell, and introduced ourselves. We were welcomed into there home and immediately felt at home and we had new friends. I mention this because, now I know that there was a lot of “Mary” in that moment. I could go on and on, but let me just say, I see “Mary” in them and their two beautiful children. Good job, Michelle.

This book does a fantastic job of building upon Mary's Ted Talk. You will be brought upon a life-long journey and be standing right next to Michelle during happy times and heart-wrenching moments as she shares life lessons from her amazing mother-in-law. If you haven't already, you should also watch the related TED Talk For those of you who have a relative or friend who has cancer, especially those who have recently diagnosed, Tony's story is for you. It will provide insight on how this disease affects not only the individual, but how it impacts the lives of those around them.

I enjoyed this book very much. Mary really jumped off the page for me (I got the audiobook so in the ear?) I found her passion and zest for life incredibly inspiring. As someone who likes to plan I appreciate the importance of allowing a bit of chance into the process. On a few of our own vacations some of the most interesting things we have seen and found have been by accident.

IT'S NOT LUCK, OVERCOMING YOU

When you see someone whom you consider successful, do you think, “They are so lucky!” Do you follow that thought with, “I could never do that?” You aren’t alone. Many of us have daily struggles with the voice in our head that declares, “you aren’t good enough.” The short stories in each chapter are meant to open your mind to the possibilities. The subsequent questions are meant for you to dig deep into your own experiences. You’ll get out of this book the equivalent effort put into it and come to realize you don’t need luck to overcome yourself.

It’s Not Luck, Overcoming You is available traditional and audiobook formats so you can devour the lessons and be inspired everywhere you go.

REVIEWS FOR IT'S NOT LUCK: OVERCOMING YOU

As they say, we are our own worst critic. Nobody knows that better than Michelle. Realizing that and being able to act upon and even overcoming your fears is a different story, though. I think we all have struggled with life from time to time. I know I have. Do I take that leap of faith?...do I apply for that new, challenging job?...am I good enough to ask that girl out?...(I still struggle with that one). Reading Michelle's personal stories and the challenges she has overcome is truly inspiring. She makes me want to be the best me I can be. Thanks for writing this book, Michelle! I'll cherish it...while rereading it and checking my progress...for years to come. 🙂

It’s Not Luck, Overcoming You by Michelle A. Mras is a MUST read for anyone trying to move beyond being stuck in life. Using personal stories—both positive and negative—she shares how she has overcome and reached greater potential. Her writing style pulls you in with her stories and without really realizing it…your THINKING is impacted. I am part of her pilot mastermind group on the book. In just a few shorts weeks I have seen how my thinking has been impacted. My reading of her book coincided with a career change—I found wisdom and strength in working with her and more importantly, my mindset about myself has grown exponentially. It’s Not Luck. With the help of Michelle, I now see how I AM in charge of my mindset, I have silenced my inner voice of “no you can’t,” and I KNOW I can. Highly recommend this book for all. For those of you who have a relative or friend who has cancer, especially those who have recently diagnosed, Tony's story is for you. It will provide insight on how this disease affects not only the individual, but how it impacts the lives of those around them.

Michelle does a wonderful job of giving personal stories to which I could relate. This helped me feel like there was another human being who had gone through certain struggles and was able to overcome. The exercises helped get a clear understanding of hidden fears and shed some light on them. Thank you for this wonderful book!

MICHELLE MRAS