ABOUT
Mandy B. Anderson dreamed of becoming a professional singer, despite being born with cystic fibrosis (CF), a disease that severely limited the very breath she needed to sing. Overcoming statistics of an early death, a fire that destroyed her and her husband’s home, and the limits of her own mind, Mandy has become a sought after inspirational speaker, coach, author and singer who has written and produced multiple songs. She currently resides in North Dakota with her husband, Nate and their dog, Ajah.
Mandy’s journey so far…
Her lifelong goal as a child was to become a professional singer and at the age of 19, Mandy recorded her first CD titled “This Journey,” where she wrote 8 of the 9 songs. Six months later Mandy got married and she began to believe in a self-told lie that she needed “a real job” to succeed in life. Over the next six years, Mandy “settled” for jobs that challenged her for a year or two but never really made her feel alive. This emptiness and feeling of being “stuck” in life led her to the home based business industry where she and her husband, Nate, began mentoring with Dani Johnson and Sandi Krakowski. Through this mentoring, Mandy traveled a road of reprogramming her mind and body for success, and she found a renewed vision for the dreams she had buried and denied herself for so many years.
In October 2010, Mandy and Nate lost everything they owned in an apartment fire. Through the 47 days that followed, Mandy saw God provide for her and her husband in ways she never could have fathomed. Mandy’s life has shaped her in such a way that she not only understands the fears and worries of those who battle with disease, but she knows firsthand the heartache and hopelessness of having absolutely nothing but the clothes on your back. She is a woman who has hit rock bottom and come out on the other side stronger. She’s passionate about inspiring people to live healthy and overcome their obstacles so they can live their lives by design! Mandy’s story is an incredible testimony of sickness, loss, and bondage turned into healing, freedom, and restoration.
Mandy resides in North Dakota with the love of her life, Nate, and their dog Ajah B.
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Mandy
Thank you for sharing this with others. You are truly an inspiration to all who meet you!! Life is not easy, we know that but we only get one life and we have to make the most of it. Life is what we make it, that is my motto…..and you are amazing lady!!!! God Bless you!
What an incredible story so far, Mandy….I know you have much more to share…Looking forward to getting to know you.. So glad to know you have your faith and a wonderful guy to share your life with…..Keep on doing what you're doing. You will touch many others in a positive way!
Mandy–what an inspirational story you have. You, my friend, have alot to contribute to the world with just your story. Keep up the good work.
I just came across your blog. What an amazing story! As a fellow woman with CF, I appreciate reading stories like yours…
Thanks Stacey! It would be great to keep in touch so feel free to connect with me on Facebook or Twitter. Have a great day!
Mandy,
Love your website; you are a inspiration to all that know you. Great guide to all parents of CF kids out there. I have shared your link on FB as there is a newly diagnosed family of CF that I am sure would love to hear your journey. Meeting lots of new people by hosting a Zumbathon for Cystic Fibrosis. Hope to see you soon:).
Yours in health,
Cindy Sebastian
Mandy,
I was there at the Juice Plus service you had up in Brainard. Mandy, you truly were an inspiration to me and I listen to your CD every day on my way to work. A message that you said about being supportive and not telling them how or what to do. Buy them a cup of coffee. Mandy we have had years of isues as our daughter suffers from depression. You said in your service that you didn't know why you said that because that was not something you planned. I felt that message was for me. I truly admire you. Thank-you for your inspiration Mandy. Hope to see you at our next Juice Plus event in Brainard or wherever it is.
Mandy, so happy for you! Also happy to be in touch with you again. Lost you for a while after you got married. Dave & I are well and living back on the home place where we started 35 years ago. Dreams are good to have! I think of you often. Haven't listened to you CD for awhile, might have to dig that out and get it on my iPod. :-)
Love & Prayers,
Kathy
You are an amazing woman and have such a powerful story to share with the world. You are an inspiration and a great role model. Keep singing, keep loving life, and keep living your dreams. Read you book from cover to cover couldn't put it down. Keep going I know your heart and I know that God is using you in monumental ways.
Love and Blessings
Renee