She experienced a sudden and radical transformation in 2008, at the age of thirty-three. Prior to this realization, no teachings or practices were followed – in fact at that time the terms ‘non-duality’ and ‘awakening’ were completely unfamiliar. A period of illness had a devastating effect on life as it was then known, but it seemed to create a space for a deeper reality to be recognized. Karen’s experience of illness – coupled with her extensive experience of healthcare - enabled disease/illness to be seen from a different perspective. Also, the effect of a period of solitude was profound surrender, allowing the realization to become deeply integrated into daily living. Karen now shares openly with all those who wish to inquire into the true nature of reality. She lives in England.