Grit, Gratitude, and Going Blind with Laura Bratton

Send us Fan MailA chalkboard turns to “black blobs,” and a teenager’s life veers off course. From that moment, Laura had to rebuild not just her routines but her entire way of seeing herself, her future, and the world. We go deep into what grit actually looks like when you don’t feel strong, and how gratitude can heal without sugarcoating pain or demanding that you be “thankful” for the worst thing that’s happened to you.We trace Laura’s path from denial and “I can’t” to a simple, specific practice: take life in small pieces—an hour, a morning, an afternoon—and document three nonrepeating things that helped you get through today. That shift—from being grateful for adversity to being grateful for the supports that navigate adversity—changes how you notice resources, ask for help, and recover your footing. Along the way, we talk about the lifelong nature of grief, why permission to keep grieving unlocks progress, and how to hold two truths at once: you can mourn what you’ve lost and still build a meaningful future.Laura also brings a clear, urgent message about accessibility. If your website hides key info in images or skips alt text, people using screen readers can’t access your services—meaning less inclusion and fewer customers. Accessible design isn’t just ethical; it improves clarity and usability for everyone. We close with Laura’s core coaching insight: you are enough. Worth isn’t earned by output; it’s the ground you stand on while you take the next small step. If this story moves you, share it with someone who needs it, subscribe for more conversations like this, and leave a review to help others find the show. Support the showUnlock the secrets to online business success with these FREE and low-cost resources from Nicole! -Join our supportive FB Group to connect with like-minded entrepreneurs and get exclusive tips and advice: https://nicoletuxbury.com/facebook-Get your copy of the Best of the Profit Machine Summit Book shipped to you to learn from 15+ experts on how to turn your online business into a Profit Machine for only $13!  https://nicoletuxbury.com/profit-machine-summit-e-book/- Get instant access to the Coaches Guide To Print on Demand Video Course + Spreadsheet for only $17: https://nicoletuxbury.com/product/coaches-guide-to-pod-with-resource-file/Explore these amazing resources and start your journey to success today! Ready to skyrocket your online business?Book your call to discuss working together one-on-one with me to craft custom strategies and implement powerful systems that will help you smash your goals and unleash your business's full potential!Don't wait – let's kickstart your journey to success right now! Book your call with me today!  https://nicoletuxbury.com/introcall...