In this powerful episode of Soul Elevation, I sit down with the extraordinary Laura Bratton, a speaker, coach, and author who shares her inspiring journey of going blind as a teenager—and how she transformed devastation into spiritual strength, resilience, and purpose.
Laura opens up about the moment she realized she was losing her sight, the emotional toll it took, and the grief and fear that followed. She shares the mindset shifts that helped her move from “I can’t” to “I can”, and how the love of her family, her guide dogs, and her inner courage carried her forward.
We talk about:
Navigating the trauma of sudden vision loss
The power of grit and gratitude
Awakening intuitive and energetic awareness when physical senses are diminished
Her book, Harnessing Courage, and the deeper meaning behind the title
How she helps others overcome change through her coaching and speaking work
What her guide dogs taught her about healing, presence, and unconditional love
💡 Whether you're facing personal challenges, loss, or a major life transition, Laura’s story is a radiant reminder that your greatest obstacle can become your greatest offering.
🔍 Timestamps & Highlights:
00:00 Welcome to Soul Elevation
01:44 The Moment Laura Realized She Was Losing Her Sight
06:28 Grieving the Loss of Sight as a Teen
13:12 Mindset Shift: From Denial to Empowerment
17:48 Support Systems and the Power of One Step at a Time
22:44 Guide Dogs as Emotional and Spiritual Healers
30:19 Intuition and Non-Visual Sight
36:04 Writing Harnessing Courage
41:33 Creating UBI Global to Support Others Through Change
47:55 Staying Connected to Purpose Through Grief
52:03 Closing Reflections + How to Connect with Laura
💖 Connect with Laura Bratton:
🌐 https://www.laurabratton.com
📘 Harnessing Courage – available now
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