Mary McManus on Surviving and Thriving After Recovering from Trauma and Polio

Mary McManus has never had it easy.  As a kindergartener, she was a victim of polio just a short time before the vaccine was introduced.  She also faced trauma in her home life but somehow managed to persevere and overcome these and still more obstacles throughout her life.  Today, Mary is an inspiring author, poet, motivational speaker, and finisher of the Boston Marathon. 

 

Chapters:

01:05 Meet Mary McManus 
Mary McManus is introduced as a remarkable individual with a story of resilience and triumph over adversity.  

02:14 Mary’s Early Challenges 
Mary shares her early life experiences, including her diagnosis of polio at a young age and the impact it had on her family dynamics. Despite her paralysis, she describes a profound spiritual connection that provided her comfort during this challenging time. 

08:09 The Road to Recovery 
Mary recounts her journey through physical therapy and the support she received from dedicated professionals who helped her regain mobility.  

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