{"href":"http://player.captivate.fm/services/oembed?url=http%3A%2F%2Fplayer.captivate.fm%2Fepisode%2F641c11bc-db09-4e12-8bc9-7fd3a9f7914d","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Captivate.FM","provider_url":"https://www.captivate.fm","width":600,"height":200,"type":"rich","html":"","title":"Inner Vision Over Sight: Mindfulness That Works in Real Life with Laura Bratton","description":"\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOn 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 \u201cdoing mindfulness\u201d and \u201cbeing mindful.\u201d Laura shares practical, low-friction ways to integrate mindfulness into daily routines\u2014lunch breaks, brushing teeth, attending a child\u2019s game\u2014so you think clearer, respond better, and enjoy what\u2019s good without waiting for the next crisis. Clear, grounded, and applicable for high achievers and beginners alike.\nAbout the guest:\nLaura Bratton is a speaker, coach, and author who teaches evidence-based mindfulness for real-world adversity and everyday life. Her lived experience navigating blindness informs a direct, practical approach that helps people build agency, regulate the body, and choose their response under pressure.\nKey takeaways:\n\n\nControl the response, not the outcome: you can\u2019t control events, but you can shape your reaction, physiology, and choices.\n\n\nFrom tension to clarity: notice clenched jaw, tight shoulders, or a knotted stomach; soften the body first to quiet the mind.\n\n\n\u201cDoing\u201d vs \u201cbeing\u201d mindful: don\u2019t add a task\u2014integrate attention into what you already do (teeth brushing, lunch, walking).\n\n\nMicro-practice beats perfect practice: start with 10 minutes on Do Not Disturb at lunch; expand gradually.\n\n\nPresence improves performance: brief mindful resets before or after hard meetings lead to better decisions and communication.\n\n\nAcceptance isn\u2019t apathy: acknowledging \u201cwhat is\u201d gives you leverage to act on what matters next.\n\n\nEnjoy the good when it\u2019s good: resist scanning for the next problem; receive positive moments fully.\n\n\nRedefine success: for Type-A minds, measuring by outcomes alone backfires\u2014steady self-regulation is the win.\n\n\nGratitude opens awareness: simple gratitude reps train attention toward enoughness and reduce future-anxiety.\n\n\nMindfulness is portable: no special setting required\u2014use it at a soccer game, in the grocery line, or between calls.\n\n\nHow to connect with the guest:\nWebsite: laurabratton.comSpeaking, coaching, books, and contact details are available on her site.\n\nWant to be a guest on The Mindful Journey? DM on PM - Send me a message on PodMatch\n\n\nDM Me Here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/avik\n\n\nDisclaimer: This video is for educational and informational purposes only. The views expressed are the personal opinions of the guest and do not reflect the views of the host or Healthy Mind By Avik\u2122\ufe0f. We do not intend to harm, defame, or discredit any person, organization, brand, product, country, or profession mentioned. All third-party media used remain the property of their respective owners and are used under fair use for informational purposes. By watching, you acknowledge and accept this disclaimer.\n\nHealthy Mind By Avik\u2122\ufe0f is a global platform redefining mental health as a necessity, not a luxury. Born during the pandemic, it\u2019s become a sanctuary for healing, growth, and mindful living. Hosted by Avik Chakraborty\u2014storyteller, survivor, wellness advocate\u2014this channel shares powerful podcasts and soul-nurturing conversations on:\n\u2022 Mental Health & Emotional Well-being\u2022 Mindfulness & Spiritual Growth\u2022 Holistic Healing & Conscious Living\u2022 Trauma Recovery & Self-Empowerment\nWith over 4,400+ episodes and 168.4K+ global listeners, join us as we unite voices, break stigma, and build a world where every story matters.\nSubscribe and be part of this healing journey.\nContactBrand: Healthy Mind By Avik\u2122Email: join@healthymindbyavik.com | podcast@healthymindbyavik.comWebsite: www.healthymindbyavik.comBased in: India & USA\nOpen to collaborations, guest appearances, coaching, and strategic partnerships. Let's connect to create a ripple effect of positivity.\nCHECK PODCAST SHOWS & BE A GUEST:Listen to our 17 Podcast Shows: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/health","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300,"thumbnail_url":"https://artwork.captivate.fm/fa5e3591-84fc-492d-815f-96e307958300/untitled-design-11-7aj21.jpg"}