What 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 resilience as she shares how her family's refusal to pity her became her greatest gift. Rather than lowering expectations, they maintained standards while making necessary accommodations, sending the powerful message: "You're still you—you just need to do things differently."

The heart of Laura's wisdom lies in her reimagining of what courage and strength truly mean. She redefines grit not as simply pushing through hardship, but as breaking life down into manageable moments—tackling one small decision each day when everything feels overwhelming. Equally transformative was her discovery that gratitude wasn't about appreciating blindness itself, but recognizing the supportive elements helping her navigate through it.

Perhaps most profound is Laura's insight about grief: "Grieving will be part of every single day for the rest of your life. And that is not a weakness." This permission to continue grieving while simultaneously moving forward liberates us from the false choice between "getting over" loss versus being consumed by it. Her ultimate message resonates universally: "Even in the change, you are enough."

Whether you're facing physical challenges, career setbacks, relationship losses, or any profound life change, Laura's practical strategies and hard-won wisdom offer both comfort and actionable steps toward creating meaning amid difficulty. Listen now and discover how to harness courage in your own life through both grit and gratitude.

More on Laura Bratton at https://www.linkedin.com/in/laura-bratton-speaking/

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