KAREN INGALLS is a retired registered nurse with a master's degree in human development. Karen challenges the reader to examine the issues of alcoholism, sexual addiction, and family dynamics. She is the author of the award winning book Outshine: An Ovarian Cancer Memoir. She speaks and teaches about health. Her weekly blog at www.OutshineOvarianCancer.blogspot.com offers insight into relationships, spirituality, and a variety of health issues.