Karen ConnellI grew up in a small desert community, moved to UCLA for college during the freedom, hope and rebellion of the 1960's then married the man of my dreams. Dreams that gradually turned to nightmares. How I escaped a violent marriage and near-death experence, became an advocate for domestic violence victims and found my life purpose, teaching others how to help themselves. I currently live in Harbor City, CA with my partner of 39 years and are surrounded by our children and grandchildren and soon to be great-grandchildren. Read More Read Less