Perfectly You: Embracing the Power of Being Real

In her book, award-winning correspondent Mariana Atencio explores how to become a force for good in a broken world by embracing our uniqueness and recognizing the humanity in others. She encourages readers to believe in their worth and thrive by comparing themselves to others and celebrating their differences.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 272 pages
Publication date: 09 December 2021
Publisher: Thomas Nelson Publishers

Now available in trade paper!


In this much-needed book, which is part self-help and part autobiography, award-winning correspondent Mariana Atencio delves into what makes each of us special and the ways in which we can become a force for good in a broken world.


As a bilingual correspondent for NBC News, Fusion TV, and Univision, Mariana holds a unique perspective—having immigrated from Venezuela to America as a young adult, having overcome challenges to graduate from Columbia University and eventually become a national news correspondent, and having seen firsthand the humanity that is ever so present in the midst of both adversity and opportunity.


Mariana's story is the powerful, inspiring story of life in the United States as an immigrant. Yet it is at its core a human story. It is all of our stories, and it is a call to every man, woman, and child to unlock the magic of their potential and begin to thrive.


The media screens of today perpetuate stereotypes, but what would happen if instead of comparing ourselves and falling short, we compared ourselves and celebrated our uniqueness? What would happen if we believed in our worth and embraced what makes us different? And what if we truly saw those around us as neighbors and not merely adversaries to our particular group or station?


The days of doubt and division must end. It starts with authenticity, persistence, and understanding what truly makes you special.

Weight: 246g
Dimension: 141 x 213 x 21 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780785229018