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 

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