Amy Thurman, author of the best-seller "Finding My Hero Within: A Journey from Incapacitation to Empowerment," a memoir that challenges readers to confront the excuses holding them back and live their dreams, and co-author of the International Best-Selling book "Resilience A.F.: Stories of Resilience," holds a Master’s Degree in Educational and Community Renewal from the University of Oklahoma. 

A former social worker and university educator, Amy's life changed dramatically in 2014 when she suffered a sheared brainstem, a traumatic brain injury, and a broken neck that went undetected for six months after a fall. For nearly a year, she was bedridden, unable to care for herself or participate in her children's lives.

Despairing and considering ending her life, Amy realized she could still help others, just in a different way. This led to the creation of her business, Polish the Mirror, through which she uses her experience to support others in their own struggles. By reframing her tragedy into a tool for empowerment, Amy has become a best-selling author, podcast host, and inspirational speaker, dedicated to helping others polish the mirrors of their lives.