- Amy Thurman - Speaker | Author | educator | Transformational Consultant

For over a decade, I lived with a broken neck, a sheared brainstem, and a traumatic brain injury, undiagnosed for six months. That experience could have shattered me, but instead, it became the foundation for something greater. 

Through my own journey of resilience, transformation, and self-discovery, I created the Polish the Mirror Framework, turning what seemed like a limitation into a powerful tool to help others break free from fear and step into authentic leadership and living.

As a best-selling author, keynote speaker, educator, and transformational consultant, I work with individuals, businesses, schools, and corporations to help them move from fear-based decision-making to authentic, aligned leadership. When we lead authentically, we create more meaningful connections, stronger teams, and environments where people can truly thrive, both professionally and personally.

But this work is personal to me.

In 2014, a devastating fall changed everything. I spent a year lying flat for 23 hours a day, unable to care for myself or be present for my children’s lives. I prayed to die. I planned to end my life. I didn’t just lose my physical abilities, I lost my identity, my purpose, and the person I thought I was.

Then, one day, I made a choice.

Instead of letting my circumstances define me, I decided to rebuild, realign, and rise. I discovered that while I couldn’t change what happened to me, I could change how I responded to it. 

That shift in perspective led me to develop the Polish the Mirror Framework—a transformational process that empowers individuals to embrace self-discovery, recognize their worth, and step into their full potential.

In June 2022, I took another leap; I joined a direct sales company, and within seven months, I was invited to share my story on stage at their annual convention. That experience reinforced what I already knew: when you embrace your authenticity, the right opportunities, people, and transformations follow.

I am dedicated to helping leaders lead more authentically, people live more authentically, and businesses, schools, and organizations create more authentic environments where real impact happens.

I help:
Leaders move from self-doubt to self-trust, leading with clarity and confidence.

Businesses foster cultures where employees feel seen, valued, and empowered.

Schools build stronger connections between educators, parents, students, and communities.

Individuals shift from fear-based living to alignment with their true selves.

Whether I’m speaking on stage, consulting with teams, or working one-on-one, my mission is clear: To inspire and empower others to rise beyond adversity, embrace self-discovery, and create lasting transformation.

Ignite the spark within your organization, company, group, or school with a captivating speaker who explores the transformative power within each of us. Polishing the Mirror isn’t just about personal growth, it’s about becoming a catalyst for profound and lasting change in ourselves, our teams, and the world around us.

Are you ready to lead, live, and rise authentically? Let’s make it happen, together.