Courage Through Loss: A Journey of Blindness, Mindset & Spiritual Strength- Laura Bratton
In episode 492 of Soul Elevation, I had the honor of speaking with the amazing Laura Bratton, a woman whose journey from sudden blindness to radiant spiritual strength will inspire anyone walking through adversity, change, or loss.
As a teen, Laura began losing her sight to a rare eye disease. In the midst of preparing for college, dating, and imagining the future, her world went dark—literally and metaphorically. But through grief, fear, and uncertainty, she emerged with a profound clarity of purpose, inner sight, and divine resilience.
What struck me most about Laura was her grounded presence and unwavering courage. She doesn’t sugarcoat the pain of her experience, yet she reminds us that we are never broken, even in our darkest moments.
We talked about:
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Her deeply emotional journey of losing her vision as a teenager
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The grieving process that followed and how she learned to make peace with the unknown
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The role of mindset, faith, and family support in helping her rise again
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How her guide dogs became healers and companions on her journey
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Awakening her intuitive and energetic senses when visual perception was gone
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Her book Harnessing Courage, and the real reason courage is a choice we make every day
This episode is filled with wisdom about inner strength, spiritual expansion, and reclaiming power in the face of great change. It’s an invitation to explore your own ability to rise, to shift your perspective, and to see with your soul when your path ahead feels unclear.
There are also fascinating sharing about how the other senses strengthen when one sense is lost, how her inner perceptions changed through that transition, and the profound and moving ways her guide dogs have supported her in this journey. Here's a little peek into that part of the convo:
💬 Quotes from Laura in this episode:
“I realized I had a choice: to dwell in what I couldn’t do, or find the next right step I could take.”
“Losing my sight taught me how to truly see for the first time.”
“There’s a stillness in grief that can open you to the deepest form of guidance.”
🎧 Listen to the Full Episode:
👉 Watch on YouTube
👉 Listen on Soul Elevation Podcast
👉 Available on Spotify, Apple, and all major platforms
🧘♀️ Dive Deeper into Your Awakening Journey:
At karagoodwin.com, you’ll find tools and resources to support your evolution:
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Free guided meditations for peace and clarity
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My book Your Authentic Awakening
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Learn to Meditate: A gentle, accessible course for spiritual seekers
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Personalized meditation experiences and private blog community
📚 Connect with Laura Bratton:
🌐 https://www.laurabratton.com
📖 Get her book: Harnessing Courage
🎤 Explore her coaching and speaking
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