Not Impossible: The Art and Joy of Doing What Couldn't Be Done Paperback – February 7, 2017

"Commit. Then figure it out.""If not now, then when?" "If not me, then who?""Help One. Help Many."The story of Mick Ebeling and his accidental life odyssey is a true inspiration for all. This is powerful book that shares a personal journey of one's purpose in life that has created an infectious movement around the globe. Without giving away the takeaway lessons (read them for yourself), this is story for the history books. If only we could create more 'Micks' in this world, we would all be in a better, more happier place. This book deserves a spot on the bookshelf of every human being who has a heart and soul.

This is an incredible book written by an amazing man. I had the privilege of hearing Mick speak at a conference last week. His positive attitude and spirit of service are truly inspiring. This book is a great read and will truly make you feel that so many things in life you may have thought were impossible are Not Impossible!

This book is great! Easy read and very motivating. I’ve purchased 2 more as gifts. Highly recommend.

There're a lot of good life lessons in this nonfiction work. The author, Mick Ebeling, is a fireball, a good guy who seems never to slow down. In watching him bring about the almost-impossible, you feel empowered. I enjoyed his narrative voice, which reminded me of Tim Ferriss.There's good and not-so-good in his story. For one thing, I thought I was going to read about a trip to Sudan to give a boy a 3D arm and hand, but for the first 100 pages of the book, it was another story entirely. Very inspirational, but still. And after a while, I jokingly wrote in my notes (at page 104), "Yeah, Mick, we get it, you're bitchen', but what's in it for me?" It was tongue-in-cheek, but I was getting a little tired of his awesomeness.But then at the 36% mark (on my Kindle), I wrote, "the reason I bought this book." Because Ebeling talked about how we "create meanings around what can and can't be done. These are not facts - they are conversations that we have in our heads..." and about changing your brain to anticipate the positive. There's more but you get the idea. It's great.I didn't care for the part where he talks about selfishness as being a good thing, because it's not predictably so. For every person whose selfish actions (e.g. a desire to feel good about himself) leads to a positive outcome (e.g. new 3D arms for crippled children), there's another guy whose selfishness is about helping himself to your wallet. That analogy (about the pancakes, Mick) made me squeamish; it undermined his other proclamations.But all in all, it's a pretty cool read, a lot of nice things happened, and you can take some of his life lessons to the bank. I especially liked the strategy of looking at an upcoming challenge in the past tense, as if it already happened. Plus his narrative voice is funny and personable. So I recommend the book.

Mick Ebeling and his group are selfless and wonderful people who think of others before themselves. Mick has won many awards for his work helping the less fortunate be able to get along in life much better. To be honest, Mick is the son of a dear friend. However, if you knew what he and his group did you would be amazed as well. Not Impossible makes DIY, accessible, tech-based solutions for people around the world, and then powerfully tells those stories to inspire others to do the same. [...] is where you can find additional information on this wonderful group.

There is so much negativity in the world. It is hard to escape it. Newspapers and television networks bombard us with it twenty-four hours a day. And then this book comes along and gives us a totally positive example of what mankind can do it we work together. Mick's refusal to accept "no" for an answer is a testament to his tenacity. What he was able to accomplish is amazing. This book will be inspirational for all those out there trying to overcome the impossible. Just think, how many awesome inventions will come to fruition as a result of Mick's actions.

This is by far the best book to read to give you back your faith that there are more good people in the world versus bad people. I have found it to be the inspiration that I needed to keep going forward with my dreams. It's a must read!

Mick takes making, hacking, and DIY to a whole new level with real people and real problems. This is a book to inform and inspire. I recommend reading and discussing it with leadership teams across any organization, with young people, and with your own children, family members, and friends. This book is a reminder that it's all about mindset, it's all about what's possible, and that it all starts with us. Stop second guessing and start doing! Begin by buying this book for yourself and everyone you know and care about.

Nice Book,It will really inspire you

Most unusual book, very interesting.

Heart warming.

How conviction of an idea and belief to help someone can really gain momentum with goodwill from the society.