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UpShift PodcastUsing Grit and Gratitude to Navigate Life’s Toughest Changes with Laura BrattonIn this conversation, Laura Bratton shares her inspiring journey of overcoming vision loss and redefining courage. She emphasizes the importance of support systems, the tools of grit and gratitude, and the power of choice in navigating life's challenges. Laura encourages listeners to acknowledge their feelings, focus on the present, and trust that they are enough, regardless of their circumstances.TakeawaysCourage is acknowledging and validating our feelings.Support systems are crucial in navigating change.Grit involves believing in ourselves moment by moment.Gratitude can be practiced even in difficult times.We can choose...
2026-01-2723 min
Threads of EnlightenmentWhen Vision Failed, Her Spirit Soared: Laura Bratton's Grit and GratitudeIn this video, we discuss spirituality and personal growth, highlighting how a spiritual awakening can guide one through difficult times. The conversation also touches on the concept of enlightenment and the process of self improvement, fostering a deeper sense of mindfulness and inner peace. This episode provides valuable insights for anyone on their spiritual journey. 🚀Laura was born and raised in South Carolina. At the age of nine, Laura was diagnosed with an eye disease and faced the difficult reality that she would become blind. Over the next ten years, she experienced the traumatic tra...
2026-01-2235 min
Inner SkilledGrit, Gratitude & Going Blind: Laura Bratton on Navigating Loss, Grief and Resilience[Note: Apologies for the few moments of echo](Ai assist:) As a teenager, Laura Bratton was diagnosed with a rare, still-unnamed eye disease that left her completely blind. What followed was intense grief, depression, panic attacks, and the terrifying question: “How do I keep going?”In this raw and uplifting conversation Laura shares how she refused to let blindness define or defeat her. She reveals the turning points that rebuilt her life: - Permission to grieve for a lifetime while still moving forward - The unexpected power of family, friends...
2026-01-1746 min
The Grace Cycle ShowWhat Do You Do When Your Life Changes Overnight? Finding Hope After Sudden Vision Loss | Laura BrattonGet a copy of the chapter “Grace: God’s Power to Crush the Impossible” from Thriving in Grace: Unleashing Wellness from a Biblical Perspective at karenadittman.com Connect with Laura Bratton at laurabratton.com What do you do when your life changes overnight? How do you process grief, fear, and uncertainty after a devastating diagnosis? And how do you find hope when the future you imagined disappears? In this episode of The Grace Cycle Show, Karen Dittman talks with Laura Bratton, who lost her vision suddenly in high school and had to...
2026-01-1525 min
Soul SparksHow Do Grit, Gratitude and “Enoughness” Help Us Navigate Life Changing Loss. with Laura BrattonIn this Soul Sparks episode, host and guest cut through the fluff and talk real change. not the motivational poster version. When author, speaker and coach Laura Bratton lost her sight as a teenager, her first response was denial, shutdown and over functioning. not instant resilience. She breaks down how she moved from resisting reality to accepting a new normal, one class period at a time.
You will hear Laura unpack a practical framework for navigating any major transition. acknowledge the pain, shrink the timeline to “just today,” and choose your response even when anxiety does not disa...
2026-01-1122 min
Soul SparksHow Do Grit, Gratitude and “Enoughness” Help Us Navigate Life Changing Loss. with Laura BrattonIn this Soul Sparks episode, host and guest cut through the fluff and talk real change. not the motivational poster version. When author, speaker and coach Laura Bratton lost her sight as a teenager, her first response was denial, shutdown and over functioning. not instant resilience. She breaks down how she moved from resisting reality to accepting a new normal, one class period at a time.
You will hear Laura unpack a practical framework for navigating any major transition. acknowledge the pain, shrink the timeline to “just today,” and choose your response even when anxiety does not disa...
2026-01-1122 min
Ple^sure PrinciplesPleasure and Pain Can Coexist: Mental Health Through Unwanted Life Changes with Laura Bratton
In this episode of Pleasure Principles, host Avik sits down with Laura Bratton to talk about mental health in the middle of adversity, when life rewrites your identity and nothing feels familiar.
This conversation is for anyone navigating a diagnosis, loss, breakup, job change, or ongoing grief. You will learn how to stop minimizing your emotions, reclaim normalcy, and build self respect while holding both joy and pain at the same time.
About the Guest:
Laura Bratton was diagnosed with an eye disease at age 9 and spent the next decade transitioning into blindness. She is t...
2026-01-0922 min
The FEEL Podcast: Women’s Empowerment, Emotional Wellness & Self-Leadership with Melissa CrookLosing Sight, Finding Strength: Laura Bratton on Resilience, Boundaries, and EmpowermentSupport our work by becoming a Paid Substack Subscriber Here - https://substack.com/@thefeelpodcastIn this powerful episode of The F.E.E.L. Podcast, we sit down with Laura Bratton, a courageous speaker, advocate, and inspiration whose story redefines resilience, confidence, and self-belief. Discovered through Podmatch, Laura brings a deeply moving perspective shaped by losing her eyesight as a teenager, and by the unwavering support system that empowered her to keep moving forward.Laura shares how grief and growth can coexist, and how her parents’ refusal to coddle her after vision loss became one of the g...
2026-01-0857 min
No Shrinking Violets Podcast for WomenThe Grief of Blindness and the Role of Grit and GratitudeThoughts or comments? Send us a text!What if healing isn’t something you finish, but a way you move while you’re still hurting? That question anchors our conversation with author, speaker, and coach Laura Bratton, who was diagnosed at nine with a rare retinal disease and lost her vision over her teen years. The timeline was uncertain, the grief relentless, and the pressure to “stay positive” intense. Laura shares how permission to grieve—given by a college counselor—reframed everything: you can mourn a non-death loss and still take the next step forward.We unpack a...
2026-01-0140 minSoul SparksCan Grit And Gratitude Turn Change Into Clarity with Laura BrattonWhen life pivots hard, platitudes flop. In this candid conversation, Laura Bratton breaks down how she navigated progressive blindness at 19. She operationalizes “grit” as naming the fear then moving anyway, and “gratitude” as appreciating what helps in the hard moments. We unpack non-linear acceptance, why grief can coexist with growth, and how spirituality functions as both anchor and compass.
About the guest
Laura Bratton is a resilience coach, speaker, and author of Harnessing Courage. She lost her sight at 19 and has since helped individuals and organizations build practical tools for navigating change. Her work emphas...
2025-12-2922 minSoul SparksCan Grit And Gratitude Turn Change Into Clarity with Laura BrattonWhen life pivots hard, platitudes flop. In this candid conversation, Laura Bratton breaks down how she navigated progressive blindness at 19. She operationalizes “grit” as naming the fear then moving anyway, and “gratitude” as appreciating what helps in the hard moments. We unpack non-linear acceptance, why grief can coexist with growth, and how spirituality functions as both anchor and compass.
About the guest
Laura Bratton is a resilience coach, speaker, and author of Harnessing Courage. She lost her sight at 19 and has since helped individuals and organizations build practical tools for navigating change. Her work emphas...
2025-12-2922 min
The Disability Podcast by lunor.lifeLosing Sight, Finding Strength: Laura Bratton on Blindness, Belonging, and ResilienceSummaryIn this episode of the Disability Podcast, Laura Bratton shares her journey of losing her sight at a young age and the emotional and psychological challenges that followed. She discusses the importance of support systems, the role of gratitude in her life, and how she has learned to adapt and problem-solve in a sighted world. Laura also highlights the advancements in technology that have aided her daily life and her passion for empowering others through her speaking engagements. The conversation concludes with a discussion on common misconceptions about blindness and the shared human experience....
2025-12-2925 min
Retrieving Sanity | Recovery from Addictions and TraumasLearning Grit & Gratitude the Hard Way with Laura BrattonLearn Grit & Gratitude from Laura herself over at: https://www.laurabratton.com/
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In this episode of Retrieving Sanity, host Keegan Read speaks with Laura Bratton, who shares her inspiring journey of losing her sight due to a rare eye disease. Laura discusses the emotional challenges she faced, including anxiety and depression, and how she navigated these feelings with the support of her community. She emphasizes the importance of mindfulness, grit, and gratitude in overcoming adversity and highlights the significance of allowing oneself to grieve while...
2025-12-2555 minSoul SparksCan Grit And Gratitude Turn Change Into Clarity with Laura BrattonWhen life pivots hard, platitudes flop. In this candid conversation, Laura Bratton breaks down how she navigated progressive blindness at 19. She operationalizes “grit” as naming the fear then moving anyway, and “gratitude” as appreciating what helps in the hard moments. We unpack non-linear acceptance, why grief can coexist with growth, and how spirituality functions as both anchor and compass.
About the guest
Laura Bratton is a resilience coach, speaker, and author of Harnessing Courage. She lost her sight at 19 and has since helped individuals and organizations build practical tools for navigating change. Her work emphas...
2025-12-1619 minSoul SparksCan Grit And Gratitude Turn Change Into Clarity with Laura BrattonWhen life pivots hard, platitudes flop. In this candid conversation, Laura Bratton breaks down how she navigated progressive blindness at 19. She operationalizes “grit” as naming the fear then moving anyway, and “gratitude” as appreciating what helps in the hard moments. We unpack non-linear acceptance, why grief can coexist with growth, and how spirituality functions as both anchor and compass.
About the guest
Laura Bratton is a resilience coach, speaker, and author of Harnessing Courage. She lost her sight at 19 and has since helped individuals and organizations build practical tools for navigating change. Her work emphas...
2025-12-1619 min
Moving Forward with Mia and JuliaEpisode 44: Laura Bratton on Grief and GratitudeAt the age of nine, Laura was diagnosed with an eye disease and faced the difficult reality that she would become blind. Over the next ten years she experienced the traumatic transition of adjusting to life without sight. She is the author of the book, Harnessing Courage. Laura founded Ubi Global, which is an organization that provides speaking and coaching to empower all people to overcome challenges and obstacles with grit and gratitude.
2025-12-1239 min
The Self-Help Podcast with Deepali NagraniHarnessing Courage: Laura Bratton on Grit, Gratitude & Growing Through ChangeSend us a textIn this episode of The Self-Help Podcast, Deepali sits down with Laura Bratton — motivational speaker, author of Harnessing Courage, and a woman whose journey redefines what inner strength truly means.Laura lost most of her sight as a young child, but what she gained along the way has shaped her entire life’s purpose. She brings a rare blend of candor, humility, and hard-earned wisdom as she shares what it really means to navigate profound change while staying anchored in hope, courage, and deep gratitude.Together, Deepali and...
2025-12-0940 min
Battle HarderBlind by 18 — How Laura Bratton Rebuilt Her Life Through Grit & GratitudeSend us a textBorn with full sight and diagnosed at nine years old with a rare degenerative eye disease, Laura Bratton lost nearly all her vision by the end of high school. Panic attacks. Depression. Identity collapse.But she refused to let blindness define her.In this powerful conversation, Laura shares how she rebuilt her life through grit, gratitude, community, and the courage to accept a new normal. From losing her vision as a teenager to becoming a professional speaker who helps organizations navigate change, Laura’s story is proof that purpose is st...
2025-12-0937 min
5AM PodcastHarnessing Courage: Laura Bratton’s Story of Blindness, Grit & Gratitude 🎧✨YouTube Description:Join us on the 5AM Podcast with Laura Bratton, who shares her inspiring journey from losing her sight at age nine to becoming a beacon of resilience and empowerment. Discover how grit, gratitude, and the bond with her guide dogs helped her transform adversity into courage. Learn practical insights on navigating life’s toughest challenges and embracing your true worth.🔗 Connect with Laura Bratton: LauraBratton.com📖 Grab her book Harnessing Courage for deeper inspiration!#Blindness #Resilience #GuideDogs #GritAndGratitude #Empowerment #MentalHealth #5AMPodcastSpotify Title:Harnessing Courage: Laura Bratton’s Story of Blin...
2025-12-031h 02
The Kidd and Friends Podcast | Self-Improvement and Mindset InsightsHarnessing Change with Grit and Gratitude | Laura Bratton on Losing Her Sight and Finding StrengthGreat conversation with Laura Bratton. At nine years old, Laura was diagnosed with a degenerative eye disease and spent the next decade slowly losing her sight. In this episode, we talk about what it actually feels like to go blind over time, how she processed the grief and anger, and how she rebuilt her life with a foundation of grit and gratitude.We get into the practical side of navigating big life changes—how to stay grounded when everything is shifting, how to move forward without pretending it’s “all good,” and how gratitude can be a tool ins...
2025-12-031h 13Soul SparksCan Grit And Gratitude Turn Change Into Clarity with Laura BrattonWhen life pivots hard, platitudes flop. In this candid conversation, Laura Bratton breaks down how she navigated progressive blindness at 19. She operationalizes “grit” as naming the fear then moving anyway, and “gratitude” as appreciating what helps in the hard moments. We unpack non-linear acceptance, why grief can coexist with growth, and how spirituality functions as both anchor and compass.
About the guest
Laura Bratton is a resilience coach, speaker, and author of Harnessing Courage. She lost her sight at 19 and has since helped individuals and organizations build practical tools for navigating change. Her work emphas...
2025-11-2219 minSoul SparksCan Grit And Gratitude Turn Change Into Clarity with Laura BrattonWhen life pivots hard, platitudes flop. In this candid conversation, Laura Bratton breaks down how she navigated progressive blindness at 19. She operationalizes “grit” as naming the fear then moving anyway, and “gratitude” as appreciating what helps in the hard moments. We unpack non-linear acceptance, why grief can coexist with growth, and how spirituality functions as both anchor and compass.
About the guest
Laura Bratton is a resilience coach, speaker, and author of Harnessing Courage. She lost her sight at 19 and has since helped individuals and organizations build practical tools for navigating change. Her work emphas...
2025-11-2219 min
The Inspired ChoiceEmbracing Change and Resilience: Laura Bratton on Growth and Facing Challenges with CourageCaroline Biesalski introduces Laura Bratton, who shares her insights on change, resilience, and personal growth. The discussion delves into how gratitude and courage play crucial roles in overcoming life's challenges. Laura highlights the importance of coaching and offers a glimpse into her resources and upcoming projects. The episode concludes with closing remarks, providing listeners with inspiration and practical advice for navigating personal and professional transformations.
(0:00) Introduction and guest Laura Bratton's insights on change, resilience, and personal growth
(5:34) Role of gratitude and courage in overcoming life's challenges
(10:26) Laura Bratton's resources, coaching importance, and upcoming projects
(13:58) Closing remarks with Laura Bratton
2025-11-2015 min
PsychBitesEp.31 Narrating Growth After Parental Separation - Dr Laura ChapmanThis week we are joined by our very own Dr Laura Chapman; Laura talks to us about how adults who experienced parental separation in childhood narrate their educational journeys. She discusses how her narrative inquiry highlighted themes of relationships, strengths and accomplishment, autonomy and agency, and identity. Laura reflects on how her research offers an alternative to deficit-based accounts by drawing on positive psychology and resilience, showing the diverse ways that individuals find growth and meaning through their educational experiences.To access the full text, follow: https://orca.cardiff.ac.uk/id/eprint/180333/Y...
2025-11-1931 min
Good to be Alive! ShowReal Authentic Gratitude...You Can Do This! with Author, Speaker and Coach Laura BrattonWe are grateful to have Laura Bratton join us again on the Show today. Seriously, Laura is getting married this Saturday! For "Part One" please go check out our first episode with Laura on September 3rd titled, "From Losing Sight to Having Real Vision with Laura Bratton."Laura graduated from Arizona State University with a BA in psychology. She then was the first blind student to receive her Masters of Divinity from Princeton Theological Seminary. Another first, her guide dog Jira received the only Masters of Dogmatics Degree from Princeton. It was delivered to Jira from Iain R...
2025-11-171h 00Soul SparksCan Grit And Gratitude Turn Change Into Clarity with Laura BrattonWhen life pivots hard, platitudes flop. In this candid conversation, Laura Bratton breaks down how she navigated progressive blindness at 19. She operationalizes “grit” as naming the fear then moving anyway, and “gratitude” as appreciating what helps in the hard moments. We unpack non-linear acceptance, why grief can coexist with growth, and how spirituality functions as both anchor and compass.
About the guest
Laura Bratton is a resilience coach, speaker, and author of Harnessing Courage. She lost her sight at 19 and has since helped individuals and organizations build practical tools for navigating change. Her work emphas...
2025-11-1223 minSoul SparksCan Grit And Gratitude Turn Change Into Clarity with Laura BrattonWhen life pivots hard, platitudes flop. In this candid conversation, Laura Bratton breaks down how she navigated progressive blindness at 19. She operationalizes “grit” as naming the fear then moving anyway, and “gratitude” as appreciating what helps in the hard moments. We unpack non-linear acceptance, why grief can coexist with growth, and how spirituality functions as both anchor and compass.
About the guest
Laura Bratton is a resilience coach, speaker, and author of Harnessing Courage. She lost her sight at 19 and has since helped individuals and organizations build practical tools for navigating change. Her work emphas...
2025-11-1223 min
The C.K. Simms ShowSeeing Beyond Sight: Author Laura Bratton’s Story of Loss, Healing, and HopeGuest Name: Laura Brattonhttps://www.laurabratton.com/TEDx Talk: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2XQ_gXhkGN4SummaryAuthor, speaker, and TED Talk alumna Laura Bratton joins host C.K. Simms to share her extraordinary journey from losing her sight as a teenager to becoming a national voice for resilience, healing, and mindful change. In this heartfelt conversation, Laura opens up about grief and the long process of rediscovering purpose after profound loss. She discusses the power of community, the daily practice of choosing courage, and how...
2025-11-0159 min
The Heart of What We BelieveEpisode 21 - Laura Bratton InterviewWelcome to the message this week, where we get to talk with Laura Bratton. She shared an incredible testimony, and we loved having her! You can find her book, Harnessing Courage, at the link below, as well as her website.Book - https://www.laurabratton.com/bookWebsite - https://www.laurabratton.com
2025-10-2623 min
The Prism of PerspectiveOvercoming Adversity Through Grit and Gratitude with Laura BrattonIn this episode, I talk with Laura Bratton—author, speaker, coach, and founder of Ubi Global. At just nine years old, Laura was diagnosed with a degenerative eye disease and faced the reality that she would lose her sight. Over the next decade, she navigated denial, grief, and fear—ultimately transforming her pain into purpose.Through courage, faith, and a deep commitment to growth, Laura learned how to rebuild her life from the inside out. Her story is one of resilience, mindfulness, and the power of perspective—showing us that healing isn’t about avoiding pain but finding...
2025-10-2247 min
The Mindful JourneyInner Vision Over Sight: Mindfulness That Works in Real Life with Laura Bratton
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, co...
2025-10-2128 min
TheFemiNinjaProjectEpisode #401: Grit, Gratitude, and Healing with Laura Bratten Laura Bratton is a Keynote Speaker and author who is passionate about empowering others to live courageously through a strong foundation of grit and gratitude. Laura has her own story of grit and resilience, as she was diagnosed with a rare eye disease at the age of 9 and had to face the harsh reality that she would become blind. Over the next 10 years she experienced the traumatic transition of adjusting to life without sight. She is the author of the book titled "Harnessing Courage," and the Founder of Ubi Global, an organization which provides speaking...
2025-10-2150 min
Casa De Confidence Podcast | Grow Your Business, Life and ConfidenceWhen the World Goes Dark: Laura Bratton on Grit, Gratitude, and the Courage to Begin AgainI want to hear your thoughts about the show and this episode. Text us here...What happens when life changes overnight? When the world literally goes dark?In this powerful episode, Julie DeLucca-Collins sits down with Laura Bratton, motivational speaker, coach, and author of Harnessing Courage. Diagnosed with a rare retinal disease at nine years old, Laura faced the reality of losing her sight. Over the next decade, she navigated denial, grief, and transformation to rebuild her identity and discover her purpose.Laura shares how she became the first blind student...
2025-10-1955 min
Shut Up And GRIND with Robert B. FosterEpisode #369 - How Laura Turned Literal Darkness into LightAt nine years old, Laura Bratton was told she would lose her sight. What could have become a lifetime of limitation became instead a story of leadership, faith, and unstoppable courage.Today, Laura is a keynote speaker, coach, and author of Harnessing Courage: Overcoming Adversity with Grit & Gratitude, helping people transform life’s hardest moments into sources of strength and perspective.In this powerful conversation, we explore:The emotional journey of going blind and rebuilding her identityHow grit and gratitude became her daily foundation for resilienceWh...
2025-10-1656 min
Dancing in the Discomfort Zone with Anne BonneyGRIT to GRATITUDE: Seeing Life Through a New Lens with Laura BrattonWhat would you do if you started losing your sight in high school—and by graduation, the world had gone completely dark?In this episode of Dancing in the Discomfort Zone, I sit down with Laura Bratton, (Www.laurabratton.com) speaker, author, and founder of Ubi Global, whose story proves that adversity doesn’t define you...your mindset does. Diagnosed with a rare eye disease at nine years old, Laura lost her vision completely as a teenager. But instead of getting stuck in grief, she built her life around two unshakable pill...
2025-10-1329 min
Coffin Talk#248 - Blind at Eighteen - Laura BrattonAt the age of nine, Laura was diagnosed with an eye disease and faced the difficult reality that she would become blind. She has since authored the memoir Harnessing Courage and founded Ubi Global, an organization that provides speaking and coaching to empower all people to overcome challenges and obstacles with grit and gratitude. She’s also, in the opinion of this host, a true mensch*. (*Note: A mensch is “a woman who embodies traits of integrity, kindness, decency, and compassion.”)Please rate us on Apple and/or Spotify and subscribe for free at mikeyopp.com
2025-10-1236 min
disembodiedinterview with laura brattonIn 2010, Laura Bratton was the first blind student to graduate from Princeton Theological Seminary with a Master of Divinity. Since 2011, Laura has been the senior pastor at Laurens Road United Methodist Church in Greenville, South Carolina. In 2015 Laura founded Ubi Global, an organization that offers inspirational speaking and coaching services to people overcoming traumatic situations. Her book, Harnessing Courage, features stories of how to overcome hardship with perseverance and gratitude.https://www.laurabratton.com/
2025-10-0235 min
Hard Beautiful Journey - A Podcast For Healing, Personal Growth and Emotional ResilienceHarnessing Courage: How Laura Bratton Found Grit and Gratitude Through BlindnessWhat if your world started to disappear - literally? At nine years old, Laura Bratton was told she would go blind. But instead of letting that diagnosis define her, she chose to build a life of purpose, grit, and gratitude. In this heartfelt episode of Hard Beautiful Journey, Laura shares how she turned a life-altering challenge into a calling to help others. We talk about what it means to truly choose courage, how to move forward in the unknown, and why gratitude might just be the game-changer you didn’t know you needed.💛 Conne...
2025-10-0234 min
Early AccountabilityEAP 206 - Embracing the Unseen - How Laura Bratton Harnessed Adversity for ImpactIn this powerful episode of the Early Accountability Podcast, host Kimi Walker welcomes Laura Bratton, speaker, coach, author, and resilience advocate. Laura shares her remarkable journey of navigating life after losing her vision as a teenager due to a rare retinal eye disease. With candor and compassion, Laura discusses the emotional and practical challenges that came with her transition to blindness—highlighting the critical roles of family, friends, and community support in her healing and adaptation process. The conversation dives deep into the themes of resilience, self-advocacy, and navigating change with courage and gratitude. Laura opens up abo...
2025-09-2918 min
PsychBitesEp.27 PsychBites: edpsy Festival of Educational PsychologyIn this special episode, Laura, Owen, and Ellyn come together to catch up and reflect on the highlights of the fantastic EdPsy Festival of Educational Psychology.
2025-09-2619 min
A Joyful RebellionFrom Fog to Forward- Blindness, Identity, and Daily Courage with Laura BrattonEpisode Summary
In middle school, Laura Bratton looked up at the blackboard and the words had disappeared. A rare retinal disease began taking her sight piece by piece—with no timeline, no roadmap, and no way to “prepare.” What followed was denial, panic attacks, and a daily apprenticeship in grit. With parents who refused to lower the bar (see the now-famous dishwasher story), Laura learned to take life inch by inch: get up, get dressed, get to school—win the day. Later, a guide dog in San Francisco became her first big “I can” moment.
In this conversation...
2025-09-2546 min
Go Slow To Go Fast PodcastGo Slow to Be Brave: Laura Bratton's Path of Patient Courage: E36In this episode of the "Go Slow to Go Fast" podcast, host Kendra Chapman welcomes Laura Bratton, an inspiring guest who shares her journey of overcoming blindness with courage and resilience. Diagnosed with an eye disease at nine, Laura discusses her transition to life without sight and how she harnessed courage to thrive. She emphasizes the importance of being present, balancing grit with gratitude, and accepting life's challenges. Laura also talks about her book, "Harnessing Courage," and her organization, UB Global, which empowers others to navigate change with strength and gratitude. The conversation highlights the power of slowing down...
2025-09-2532 min
Soul Elevation: Guiding Your Ascension to New Heights492. Courage Through Loss: A Journey of Blindness, Mindset & Spiritual Strength- Laura BrattonIn 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 he...
2025-09-1833 min
Mind Over MatterNavigating Change with Grit and Gratitude | Laura BrattonOn this episode of Mind Over Matter, host Avik Chakraborty speaks with Laura Bratton—author, speaker, and coach—about what it really takes to navigate life’s most difficult changes. Diagnosed with an eye disease at age nine and later becoming blind, Laura shares her lived journey of rebuilding stability, finding resilience, and balancing grit with gratitude. She offers practical wisdom on letting go of old identities, embracing uncertainty, and taking small steps that build sustainable transformation. This conversation is a guide for anyone facing transitions—reminding us that while we can’t control what life brings, we can choose how...
2025-09-0917 min
Life Stories PodcastGrief, Grit, and Gratitude with Laura BrattonIn this inspiring episode of Life Stories, I talk with Laura Bratton—author, speaker, coach, and founder of Ubi Global. Laura shares her remarkable journey of losing her eyesight as a teenager, walking through grief, anxiety, and depression, and discovering the daily power of grit and gratitude. Today, she empowers others to face change and loss with resilience and hope.Topics we cover:*Laura’s childhood, diagnosis, and the years she spent losing her sight*The deep grief, panic attacks, and depression she faced in high school*What “non-death loss” means and how it applies to all of us*The r...
2025-09-0828 minGood to be Alive! ShowFrom Losing Sight to Having Real Vision with Laura BrattonAt the age of nine, Laura was diagnosed with an eye disease and faced the difficult reality that she would become blind. Over the next ten years she experienced the traumatic transition of adjusting to life without sight. Laura adjusted to her new normal and was able to move forward as she graduated from Arizona State University with a BA in psychology. She then was the first blind student to receive her Masters of Divinity from Princeton Theological Seminary.Laura founded Ubi Global, which is an organization that provides speaking and coaching to empower all pe...
2025-09-0444 min
The divine decode PodcastEmbracing Change with Grit and Gratitude with Laura BrattonIn this episode of Divine Decode, host Pragya sits down with Laura Bratton—author, coach, and the first blind graduate of Princeton Theological Seminary—to explore what it really means to navigate life’s toughest changes. From losing her sight as a child to becoming a global voice for resilience and leadership, Laura’s story is a reminder that change doesn’t have to break us—it can reshape us.
This conversation goes beyond inspiration—it’s a practical masterclass on handling fear, resistance, burnout, and uncertainty. Whether you’re managing career confusion, family pressures, or everyday setbacks, Laura’s...
2025-09-0320 min
Inspire Vision PodcastHarnessing Courage: Laura Bratton’s Journey Through Loss and TriumphLaura Bratton shares her powerful journey of navigating sudden blindness, overcoming despair through grit, gratitude, and support. Learn how courage and compassion can transform even the most overwhelming losses into a life of purpose and strength.Inspire Vision Podcast is broadcast on K4HD Radio (www.k4hd.com) part of Talk 4 Radio (www.talk4radio.com) on the Talk 4 Media Network (www.talk4media.com). Inspire Vision Podcast TV Show is viewed on Talk 4 TV (www.talk4tv.com). Inspire Vision Podcast is also available on Talk 4 Podcasting (www.talk4podcasting.com), iHeartRadio, Am...
2025-09-0240 min
Inner LightHarnessing Courage: Laura Bratton on Finding Strength Through Blindness and BeyondIn this powerful episode of Inner Light, we sit down with Laura Bratton—author, speaker, coach, and founder of UB Global—whose inspiring journey from sight loss to global impact is a lesson in resilience. Diagnosed with a degenerative eye disease at age nine, Laura lost her vision but gained a deeper well of strength, ultimately becoming the first blind graduate of Princeton Theological Seminary. Laura shares how she built her inner courage, the critical role of community, and the mindset shifts that helped her navigate massive change. We dive into her book Harnessing Courage, the importance of acknowledging grie...
2025-08-2327 min
Interviewing Jesus5 Keys to Harness COURAGE in the face of fear: with Laura Bratton ❖ 227"Gratitude is being grateful for what helps us navigate through the difficulty." —Laura BrattonSHOW NOTESEPISODE HIGHLIGHTS
Embracing Divine Wisdom: Laura's journey teaches us that divine wisdom is often found in the most challenging moments.
The Power of Self-Compassion: The practice of treating yourself with the same love and kindness you would a best friend is a powerful tool for Christian personal development.
Gratitude as a Ministry: Gratitude is not about being thankful for adversity, but for the resources—both tangible and spiritual—that help us navigate it.
Spiritual Sight and Intuition: Connecting with God an...
2025-08-2150 min
The Mindful LivingMindful Living Through Change with Laura BrattonChange is constant—sometimes it drifts in like a gentle tide, other times it crashes over us like a storm. In this heartfelt episode of The Mindful Living Podcast, host Sana welcomes Laura Bratton, author, speaker, and founder of UBI Global, who has lived through profound change and emerged with courage, resilience, and deep wisdom.
Diagnosed with an eye disease at age nine and facing the reality of blindness, Laura spent over a decade adjusting to life without sight. Through breathwork, mindfulness, community support, and a refusal to let her circumstances define her, she discovered the power of...
2025-08-2121 min
Radiant Resilience - Real Conversations with Tawny Palm69. Laura Bratton - Blindness, Grit, and GratitudeSend us a textAt just nine years old, Laura Bratton’s world shifted when she was diagnosed with a rare retinal disease that would eventually take her sight. In this deeply moving conversation, Laura shares her journey from denial and grief to resilience and empowerment. We talk about the emotional realities of progressive vision loss, the false hope of “toxic positivity,” the importance of resources and community, and the daily choice to move forward while still honoring grief. Laura also shares how she uses mindfulness, exercise, nutrition, and gratitude to navigate ongoing change—and how her story ca...
2025-08-181h 13
Awaken Your Soul's JourneyGrieving with Grit: Laura Bratton's Journey to EmpowermentIn this podcast episode, host Angela welcomes Laura Broughton, who was diagnosed with a rare eye disease at the age of nine and gradually lost her vision by the end of high school. Through her journey, Laura speaks about her experiences with grief, denial, and depression, and how the support from her family and friends empowered her to navigate these challenges. She emphasizes the importance of grit and gratitude in overcoming adversity and shares how her mentor's advice on accepting grief while moving forward was transformative. Laura also discusses her book, 'Harnessing Courage,' and her organization, 'You by...
2025-08-1839 min
Through the FireThrough the Fire #60 - Professional Speaker, Laura BrattonAt the age of nine, Laura was diagnosed with an eye disease and faced the difficult reality that she would become blind. Over the next ten years she experienced the traumatic transition of adjusting to life without sight. She is the author of the book, Harnessing Courage. Laura founded Ubi Global, which is an organization that provides speaking and coaching to empower all people to overcome challenges and obstacles with grit and gratitude.Book Laura as a speaker or coach: https://www.laurabratton.com/Contact Laura:Website: https://www.laurabratton.com/...
2025-08-1447 min
The Soul Mirror PodcastNavigating Change with Grit and Gratitude | Laura Bratton on Blindness, Boldness & BecomingIn this powerful episode of The Soul Mirror, host Shreya speaks with Laura Bratton—author, coach, speaker, and founder of UBI Global—on how to navigate life’s most difficult changes with resilience, grit, and gratitude. Blind since adulthood due to a degenerative eye disease, Laura shares how she transformed overwhelming grief into a life of impact, presence, and empowerment. From redefining success and fear to teaching daily strategies for emotional resilience, this conversation will move, challenge, and inspire you.
Whether you're facing personal loss, fear of the unknown, or navigating a life pivot, Laura offers a bluepr...
2025-08-0822 min
Overcome With Travis WhiteHarnessing Courage: Blindness and Mental Health Resilience with Laura BrattonIn this deeply moving episode of Overcome: A Mental Health Podcast, host Travis White welcomes Laura Bratton—author of Harnessing Courage, speaker, coach, and advocate for mental wellness—to share her powerful story of blindness and mental health resilience.Diagnosed in childhood with a rare degenerative eye condition, Laura faced a gradual and permanent loss of sight. But it wasn’t just her vision that was impacted—it was her identity, her independence, and her mental health. She vulnerably opens up about the panic attacks, anxiety, and depression that began in middle school and followed her through adolesce...
2025-07-281h 01
The Art Of Imperfect AdultingFamily, Friendship, and Grit: Thriving Through Blindness with Laura BrattonIn this episode of The Art of Imperfect Adulting, host Amy Stone chats with Laura Bratton. Laura shares her deeply personal journey of losing her vision as a teenager, navigating grief and identity, and building a life grounded in grit, gratitude, and purpose. Together, they touch on adapting to traumatic change, the power of support systems, and practical ways to embrace a new normal—no matter what life throws your way.About the Guest:Laura Bratton is a psychologist, theologian, author of "Harnessing Courage: Overcoming Adversity with Grit and Gratitude," and founder of Ubi Global, wh...
2025-07-2441 min
Message In The MiddleHarnessing Courage: Laura Bratton on Blindness, Grit, and the Power of PerspectiveWhat happens when your world begins to go dark — literally — before you’ve even hit your teenage years? In this powerful episode of Message in the Middle, I sit down with author, speaker, and resilience coach Laura Bratton, who was just nine years old when she learned she would lose her sight.Laura’s story is not just about blindness — it’s about vision. Vision for what’s possible, even when life takes an unexpected turn. From navigating a decade-long transition to blindness to becoming the first blind student to earn a Master of Divinity from Princeton...
2025-07-1942 min
Internally Guided LifeE41. Overcoming Adversity with Grit and Gratitude: Laura Bratton’s StoryIn this inspiring and deeply human episode of Internally Guided Life, Kayla welcomes author, speaker, and Ubi Global founder Laura Bratton for a powerful conversation on resilience, inner vision, and navigating change with courage, grit, and gratitude.Diagnosed with an eye disease at age nine, Laura shares her remarkable story of gradually losing her sight and learning to see life through a new lens. With warmth and honesty, Laura opens up about her emotional journey, from denial and anxiety to strength and empowerment, and offers real, actionable tools for moving through life’s hardest mo...
2025-07-141h 01
The Elisha ShowGrit, Gratitude & Grace: How Laura Bratton Overcame Blindness to Empower Others Through ChangeIn this powerful and deeply moving episode, Laura Bratton—author, coach, and inspirational speaker—joins Amb. Elisha to share her transformational journey of going blind as a teenager and turning pain into purpose.
Laura opens up about her early diagnosis with a rare eye disease, the emotional toll of losing her sight, and how she found strength through community, mentorship, and mindset shifts.
From despair to determination, Laura reveals how grit and gratitude helped her navigate overwhelming change and become a beacon of hope for others facing adversity.
You’l...
2025-07-0318 min
Unstoppable MindsetUnstoppable Blind Person With True Grit with Laura BrattonTrue grit? Not the movie or book, but a real live individual. I met Laura Bratton about a month ago and realized that she was a very unique individual. Laura was referred to me by a gentleman who is helping both Laura and me find speaking venue leads through his company. Laura is just ramping up her public speaking career and our mutual colleague, Sam Richter, thought I could be of help. Little did I know at the outset that not only would I gain an excellent podcast guest, but that I would find someone whose life parallelled mine...
2025-06-201h 06
People of GreenvilleLaura Bratton: Greenville's Inspirational Speaker on Overcoming Blindness and Empowering Others
Speaker, Coach, Author
In this episode of People of Greenville, Eric Mitchell sits down with the remarkable Laura Bratton—author, speaker, coach, and true embodiment of courage and resilience. Laura shares her powerful personal journey of losing her eyesight at a young age and how she chose not to let that define her, but instead used it as a platform to inspire others.
Laura is the author of Harnessing Courage: Overcoming Adversity with Grit & Gratitude, a book that blends raw honesty with empowering tools for anyone navigating tough seasons of life. In this interview, Laura opens up ab...
2025-06-0442 min
Sacred HarmonyHarnessing Courage Through Blindness with Laura Bratton: Grit, Gratitude & Spiritual HealingIn this profoundly moving episode of Sacred Harmony with host Aanya, we welcome Laura Bratton—author, spiritual coach, and the first blind graduate of Princeton Theological Seminary. Diagnosed with an eye disease at nine, Laura’s journey through vision loss became a spiritual awakening marked by daily practices of breathwork, gratitude, and grit. She shares how faith is not a one-time epiphany but a series of small, soul-anchoring choices that help us navigate uncertainty, grief, and change. Whether you're facing a life-altering transition or simply seeking strength, Laura’s story will leave you grounded in hope and resilience.
Abo...
2025-05-2930 min
Parents Making Time with Anthony & Jennifer Craiker | Intentional Parenting for Busy ParentsMoving Through Grief and Change with Grit and Gratitude | Laura BrattonFeeling overwhelmed by change or stuck in grief? You’re not alone, and you don’t have to stay there. In this inspiring episode, Laura Bratton shares her powerful story of losing her sight as a child and learning to navigate life with grit, purpose, and deep gratitude. If you're struggling to move forward, searching for resilience, or craving meaning in the middle of life’s hardest moments, Laura’s journey will show you that healing and hope are possible—one choice at a time. 00:00 Intro01:11 Meet Laura Bratton02:24 Childhood Diagnosis06:26 Teenage Realization10:52 College and...
2025-05-2930 min
Show Me the Way PodcastS1E38: Grit and Gratitude - with Laura BrattonSend us a textThis week on Show Me the Way, I had the privilege of speaking with the inspiring Laura Bratton. We first connected through a podcasting community, and after just one uplifting conversation, I knew her story needed to be shared with all of you.In her adolescent years, Laura faced a life-changing health challenge that forced her to reimagine her future—an experience that deeply resonated with me, especially as a special needs mom. Her journey of adapting to a new normal is one marked by grit, gratitude, and an unwavering spirit.
2025-05-2649 min
Exploring Places UnknownHarnessing Courage with Laura BrattonIn this episode of Exploring Places Unknown, Laura Bratton shares her inspiring journey of overcoming blindness and its emotional challenges. She discusses her initial struggles with anxiety and depression, emphasizing the supportive role of her family and community in fostering resilience. Laura highlights the importance of grit, gratitude, and advocacy in navigating life's obstacles. Her book, "Harnessing Courage," reflects on her experiences and offers insights on resilience. The conversation also explores the healing power of pets, the nature of grief, and the significance of maintaining a positive mindset during tough times.Contact Laura Bratton
2025-05-2456 min
Simply SatisfiedFrom Blindness to Bravery: Laura Bratton on Grit, Gratitude, and Rising Above TraumaWhat happens when your entire world goes dark—literally—and you’re forced to rebuild from the inside out? In this powerful episode, I sit down with Laura Bratton, speaker, coach, and author of Harnessing Courage, who lost her vision at just nine years old due to a rare eye disease.We dive into her extraordinary journey from trauma to empowerment, and how she used grit, resilience, and deep gratitude to not only overcome the emotional and physical challenges of blindness, but to inspire thousands through her speaking and coaching work.L...
2025-05-1746 min
Thriving In Christ | Professional Women, High Level Habits, Resilience, Burnout, Stress, Grief185| Deep Connection With Christ in Suffering, for Christian Women, With Laura BrattonWhat do we do when a massive disease knocks at our door unexpectedly? When our life changes as a consequence, how do we still find God in the midst of suffering?
Humanity has wrestled with these questions for centuries, and there are unending books to try to find the answers.
But there is nothing like hearing the LIVED answers from someone who faced such a major traumatic event and moved through it with grit and gratitude.
I had the honor of interviewing Laura Bratton, who faced the difficult reality at an early age...
2025-05-1538 min
Living the Dream with CurveballFrom Darkness to Light: Laura Bratton's Journey of Grit and GratitudeSend us a textWhat happens when life suddenly changes course and everything you know disappears? Laura Bratton's world transformed between second and third grade when a routine eye appointment revealed she would lose her sight due to a degenerative eye disease. While the full impact didn't hit immediately, by age fourteen, Laura found herself staring at indecipherable black blobs on her classroom board instead of letters—a moment that launched her into a profound journey through grief, anxiety, and ultimately, transformation.The path from "I can't" to "I can" wasn't straightforward or quick. Laura sh...
2025-05-0725 min
Good Mood RevolutionThe World Went Dark: What Going Blind Taught Laura BrattonWhat if losing something you hold dear could actually lead you to a deeper sense of gratitude and self-acceptance? Laura Bratton's journey from facing blindness as a teenager to finding joy and purpose offers profound insights into resilience and transformation. This episode will equip you with practical strategies to navigate life's inevitable challenges, emphasizing the power of gratitude, the importance of a supportive network, and the strength found in self-compassion. Join us to explore how adversity can become a catalyst for growth and fulfillment. 0:00 Introduction5:57 Denial and the struggle to accept cha...
2025-05-0537 min
Overcomers ApproachFinding Light in Darkness: How Author Laura Bratton Transformed Loss Into PurposeWhat happens when your entire world changes at age nine? Laura Bratton faced this reality when diagnosed with an eye disease that would gradually claim her vision over the next decade. In this deeply moving conversation, Laura reveals how she transformed from a place of complete denial and despair to becoming a beacon of hope for others facing seemingly insurmountable challenges.Laura's journey begins with raw honesty about her initial response—the desperate belief her sight might magically return and the constant refrain of "I can't" that dominated her thoughts. But what unfolds is a masterclass in re...
2025-04-3035 min
IDIOT with Laura ClerySex Won’t Be the Same After You Hear This (NSFW Advice!)SUSAN BRATTON - Best-selling author and publisher of lovemaking techniques, bedroom communication skills and sexual vitality advice. View the full unedited interview at:https://www.patreon.com/posts/susan-sexpert-126435009🎬 **SUBSCRIBE FOR MORE LAUGHS!** 🎬 Never miss a hilarious moment! ➡️ [Click here to subscribe](https://bit.ly/2LEwDQL) 🎉 ---🎙 **WATCH FULL-LENGTH INTERVIEWS!** Want more? Get exclusive content & behind-the-scenes moments on **[Patreon](https://patreon.com/lauraclery)**! 💎👀 ---📲 **FOLLOW ME ON SOCIAL MEDIA!** 👇 👉 **TikTok:** [@lauraclery](https://tiktok.com/lauraclery) 🎭💃 👉...
2025-04-151h 39
Cosmic ConfluenceHarnessing Courage Through Blindness and Breath: Laura Bratton on Energy Healing and ResilienceIn this deeply moving episode of Cosmic Confluence, host Sana sits down with Laura Bratton—author, speaker, and founder of UBI Global—to explore how losing her sight led her to profound inner vision. Diagnosed with a degenerative eye disease at just nine, Laura candidly shares how denial and resistance gave way to a powerful spiritual awakening. Through mindfulness, energy healing, and the grit to choose self-compassion, she now lives with peace, purpose, and presence. This conversation unpacks how breathwork, body awareness, and embracing grief can become a path to emotional and energetic freedom. A must-listen for anyone navigating adve...
2025-04-0926 min
I Don't Know How You Do ItHarnessing Courage: The 3G Resilience Formula, with Laura BrattonIn this powerful episode, we sit down with Laura Bratton, author of Harnessing Courage, who transformed her journey of vision loss into a framework for resilience that anyone can apply to life's challenges.When Laura was diagnosed with a rare retinal disease at age nine, doctors could only tell her she would eventually lose her sight—they couldn't predict when. What began as a routine eye exam quickly spiraled into years of adaptation, learning braille, and discovering how to navigate a world she could no longer see.Laura shares the raw, unfiltered reality of transitioning to...
2025-04-0842 min
Healthy Mind, Healthy LifeHarnessing Courage: Navigating Change with Grit & Gratitude – Laura BrattonChange is inevitable, but navigating it with resilience and courage is a skill. In this powerful episode of Healthy Mind, Healthy Life, host Avik Chakraborty sits down with Laura Bratton, an author, speaker, and founder of Ubi Global. Diagnosed with an eye disease at nine, Laura faced the life-altering challenge of going blind as a teenager. Instead of letting adversity define her, she embraced grit and gratitude to move forward.
Laura shares her transformative journey, practical strategies for cultivating a healthy mindset, and the importance of shifting our response to fear. If you’re struggling with change—whet...
2025-03-2025 minHealthy Mind, Healthy LifeHarnessing Courage: Navigating Change with Grit & Gratitude – Laura BrattonChange is inevitable, but navigating it with resilience and courage is a skill. In this powerful episode of Healthy Mind, Healthy Life, host Avik Chakraborty sits down with Laura Bratton, an author, speaker, and founder of Ubi Global. Diagnosed with an eye disease at nine, Laura faced the life-altering challenge of going blind as a teenager. Instead of letting adversity define her, she embraced grit and gratitude to move forward.
Laura shares her transformative journey, practical strategies for cultivating a healthy mindset, and the importance of shifting our response to fear. If you’re struggling with change—whet...
2025-03-2025 min
Inner Peace, Better HealthHarnessing Courage: Laura Bratton on Grit, Gratitude & Overcoming Life’s ChallengesIn this powerful episode of Inner Peace, Better Health, host Saima sits down with Laura Bratton, a speaker, coach, and the founder of Foodie Global. Diagnosed with an eye disease at just nine years old, Laura gradually lost her sight over the next decade. Yet, she didn’t let blindness define her—she became the first blind student to receive a Master of Divinity from Princeton Theological Seminary and authored Harnessing Courage.
Laura shares how she navigated profound loss, developed resilience through daily grit, and embraced gratitude to reframe her journey. Whether you're facing uncertainty, fear, or a ma...
2025-03-1814 min
AR NETEp 02. Climbing the Ladder: Laura Dorris's Journey from Restaurant Roots to Roofing Success with Chris PhillipsHost David Bratton sits down with two incredible guests, Laura Dorris and Chris Phillips, for a conversation packed with an inspiring story. We dive into Laura's remarkable journey-from busing tables in the restaurant world to climbing the ranks to become a consultant, and now thriving as a consultant and project manager at Local Roofing and Construction. Alongside Laura, Chris Phillips, together they'll share how their paths converged and what drives their success in this dynamic business. Tune in for a double dose of grit, growth, and real-world wisdom. Connect with David: info@mipromedia.com Links:
2025-03-1413 min
The Warrior Mindset PodcastGrit, Gratitude, and Growth: How Laura Bratton Reclaimed Her Life After Losing Her SightLife has a way of throwing us unexpected challenges. Some are small hurdles, while others shake the very foundation of who we are. For Laura Breton, the challenge came at the age of nine when she was diagnosed with a rare retinal disease—one that doctors said would eventually take her sight. By the time she was in her late teens, the world around her had faded into darkness.But Laura’s story is not one of defeat—it’s one of grit, gratitude, and transformation.The Diagnosis That Changed EverythingImagine being a carefr...
2025-03-0430 min
Radio Free 501c - The Podcast of Rogue Tulips ConsultingRadio Free 501c: Navigating Through Change with Laura Bratton March 3, 2025Episode 275: Change is a constant -- but navigating it can be overwhelming at times. If you have ever wondered how you could better manage change, this is the episode for you! My guest, Laura Bratton, Motivational Speaker & Coach, shares practical resources and steps you can use immediately. Inspired by her own experiences with significant change in her teen years -- Laura went from full vision to no vision -- she now shares her insights and experience to help others move through the most trying of times. Whether you are dealing with change as an individual, or leading your team...
2025-03-0343 min
Glass Ceilings and Sticky Floors: Shatter Limiting Beliefs - Redefine Success - Chase Big DreamsHarnessing Courage: Laura Bratton on Overcoming Adversity with Grit and GratitudeIn this episode of Glass Ceilings and Sticky Floors, we’re joined by Laura Bratton—speaker, coach, and author of Harnessing Courage. Laura shares her extraordinary journey of:Navigating life after losing her sight as a teenager.Building resilience through grit and gratitude.Embracing the balance between grief and moving forward.Letting go of comparison and trusting your inherent worth.Learning to lean on community and borrow strength when needed.Laura’s story is a testament to the power of perseverance, adaptability, and self-belief. Whether you’re overcoming personal challenges or navigating your own sticky floors, this conversa...
2024-12-2528 min
Storm StoriesStorm Stories: DemuckingIn this Storm Stories episode, pulled from the Shoresides’ archive, we revisit the resilience of Pender County, North Carolina, in the wake of Hurricane Florence—a story that resonates now, as flooding again affects communities across North Carolina. Disaster counselor Jennifer Witkowski shares how long-term recovery goes beyond immediate cleanup, demanding sustained volunteer efforts and deep emotional resilience. Jennifer discusses the vital, yet daunting, work of demucking and rebuilding—efforts that continue years after the storm has passed. Hosted and produced by Laura Bratton, this episode captures the reality of ongoing recovery in a rural place.
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2024-10-2706 min