About The Author

In this jaw-dropping memoir, Connie takes you on a rollercoaster ride through life with a husband who checked every box on the "Do Not Date" list—narcissistic, jealous, controlling, obsessive, and possessive (a real overachiever in all the wrong ways). Enduring both mental and physical abuse, she faced the gut-wrenching decision to leave—one that meant walking away while heartbreakingly leaving her children behind. Raw, real, and packed with resilience, this is a story of survival, strength, and ultimately, reclaiming her life. Buckle up—it’s a wild one.

Getting through the aftermath of trauma isn’t exactly a walk in the park—more like a stumble through a minefield with a blindfold on. In this brutally honest (and occasionally darkly funny) account, Connie shares how she not only survived but thrived beyond the chaos of manipulation, desperation, and rage. She peels back the layers of a mentally and sometimes physically abusive relationship, exposing the messy, complicated truth while offering a big dose of hope for anyone stuck in a similar storm. This isn’t just a survival story—it’s a comeback tale, proving that reclaiming your life, resilience and thriving are always possible (and maybe even a little fun along the way).

Despite the gut-wrenching separation, Connie and her kids managed to do what all great families do—heal, grow, and get back to roasting each other at the dinner table. Through love, laughter, and probably a few inside jokes at her expense, they rebuilt their bond and are now just as close (and just as loud) as ever. Turns out, resilience runs in the family! 

Connie Hewitson is a multifaceted entrepreneur, author, speaker, coach, and consultant specializing in leadership development, relationship coaching, and personal empowerment.  As founder of Connie Hewitson Consulting, Lady Hitch Coaching, and Grammy Connie's Etiquette Boot Camp, she has created a comprehensive platform for transformation and growth.

Drawing from her personal journey of overcoming significant challenges and achieving success in business, Connie is committed to guiding others toward greater self-confidence, respect, and empowerment. Whether working with emerging leaders, single men and women navigating relationships, or those focused on personal development, Connie brings authenticity and proven strategies to every engagement.  Her mission is to demonstrate that transformation is possible for anyone willing to invest in themselves.

Connie's greatest source of inspiration comes from her family  - a supportive husband, seven blended adult children and their spouses, and 11 grandchildren. This rich family life serves as both inspiration and foundation for her work, influencing her approach to coaching and consulting with a real-world perspective.  Her personal experience navigating complex family dynamics and maintaining strong relationships across generations brings authenticity and depth to her practice.