Kelly McCoy is an author, educator, and resilience speaker living in the Midwest with his family. He spent 25 years in the fire service before moving to higher education. Kelly received undergraduate and graduate degrees in liberal studies and education, later completing graduate work in philosophy and theology. Kelly has studied resilience through the University of Oklahoma, University of Minnesota, Dalhousie University, 02X Human Performance, and training abroad. Kelly enjoys nature, reading, writing, and sharing craft beer with friends. Through his writing, he honors loved ones and supports others navigating life's challenges.