Harnessing Courage: Laura Bratton on Finding Strength Through Blindness and Beyond

In 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 grief, and why mindfulness and gratitude are cornerstones of healing. Her story offers a practical roadmap for anyone facing life’s biggest transitions.

About the Guest:
Laura Bratton is an author, speaker, and coach who empowers people to overcome life’s toughest obstacles with grace and grit. She is the founder of UB Global and author of Harnessing Courage, sharing her experience of adapting to blindness and inspiring others to rise above their challenges.

Key Takeaways:

• Courage is not the absence of fear but the practice of moving forward through it.

• How mindfulness and breathwork create space for healing during anxiety and change.

• The vital role of community and why support systems matter in building resilience.

• The difference between pushing through pain and truly processing emotions.

• Gratitude as both a personal practice and a shared experience of healing.

Connect with Laura Bratton:
Website: https://www.laurabratton.com/– Explore her coaching, resources, and grab a copy of Harnessing Courage.

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