On this episode of The Mindful Journey with host Sana, author and speaker Laura Bratton explains how losing her sight as a teenager pushed her to redefine control, success, and presence. We unpack Type-A habits, anxiety, and the difference between “doing mindfulness” and “being mindful.” Laura shares practical, low-friction ways to integrate mindfulness into daily routines—lunch breaks, brushing teeth, attending a child’s game—so you think clearer, respond better, and enjoy what’s good without waiting for the next crisis. Clear, grounded, and applicable for high achievers and beginners alike.
About the guest:Laura Bratton is a speaker, coach, and author who teaches evidence-based mindfulness for real-world adversity and everyday life. Her lived experience navigating blindness informs a direct, practical approach that helps people build agency, regulate the body, and choose their response under pressure.
Key takeaways:-
Control the response, not the outcome: you can’t control events, but you can shape your reaction, physiology, and choices.
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From tension to clarity: notice clenched jaw, tight shoulders, or a knotted stomach; soften the body first to quiet the mind.
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“Doing” vs “being” mindful: don’t add a task—integrate attention into what you already do (teeth brushing, lunch, walking).
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Micro-practice beats perfect practice: start with 10 minutes on Do Not Disturb at lunch; expand gradually.
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Presence improves performance: brief mindful resets before or after hard meetings lead to better decisions and communication.
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Acceptance isn’t apathy: acknowledging “what is” gives you leverage to act on what matters next.
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Enjoy the good when it’s good: resist scanning for the next problem; receive positive moments fully.
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Redefine success: for Type-A minds, measuring by outcomes alone backfires—steady self-regulation is the win.
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Gratitude opens awareness: simple gratitude reps train attention toward enoughness and reduce future-anxiety.
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Mindfulness is portable: no special setting required—use it at a soccer game, in the grocery line, or between calls.
Website: laurabratton.com Speaking, coaching, books, and contact details are available on her site.
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