She Is Courageous Podcast with Shelley Bosworth

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Hosted by Dubai-based Business & Mindset Coach Shelley Bosworth, The She Is Courageous Podcast is a mindset and leadership podcast for ambitious women who look capable on the outside but know they’re holding back on the inside. With over 25 years in senior leadership and business, Shelley brings real-world perspective to the inner work, challenging the idea that confidence comes first, and showing why courage is the real catalyst for change. Through honest solo episodes and powerful guest conversations, Shelley explores the beliefs, patterns and pressures that keep high-performing women stuck in overthinking, burnout or self-doubt, even when they’re doing everything “right.” This podcast isn’t about fixing yourself or becoming someone new.
It’s about leading yourself differently. If you’re a founder or professional woman who knows mindset matters and is ready to stop questioning herself and start acting from clarity, The She Is Courageous Podcast will help you build a courageous way of thinking, and a life and business that actually fit.

  1. 1D AGO

    You have to have the courage to fail, even when no one is watching

    It's not always that you’re not scared of failing in public. What if I said I think you’re more scared of what you’ll say to yourself if you don’t follow through. This episode is about the failure no one sees. The promises you make to yourself. The habit you said you’d build. The goal you swore this would be the year for. And then… you didn’t do it. Private failure hits differently. Not because others judge you. But because you judge yourself. And that slowly chips away at your self-trust. In this honest, straight-talking episode, I’m unpacking why letting yourself down feels so heavy, and how to rebuild trust without shame, perfection or dramatic reinvention. You’ll hear how to: Recognise when self-judgement is becoming your identityShift from shame to self-trust after you miss the markBuild courage through small, repeatable micro-commitments Courage isn’t in the big declarations. It’s in the quiet decisions no one else sees. If this resonated, come and find me on Instagram @shelleybosworthofficial and tell me: what’s one promise you’re going to make to yourself this week — and keep? And if someone came to mind while listening, share this episode with them. Want more of this kind of real, practical mindset work? The She Is Courageous Collective is currently closed to new members, but Courageous Connections is open. Courageous Connections is my free monthly online networking event for women in business. No pitch, no pressure, just real conversations, new connections, and the mindset shift you didn’t know you needed. Let’s stay connected: 📍Follow me on Instagram for daily inspiration, real talk and mindset drops that cut through the noise Shelley Bosworth | Mindset Coach For Female Founders (@shelleybosworth.official) • Instagram profile ) 📍More of a LinkedIn girl? Find me here Got a question? Thinking about working together? Drop me a DM on Instagram or email me directly: shelley@shelleybosworthcoaching.com Media, speaking, or podcast enquiries: hello@shelleybosworthcoaching.com Meet your...

    16 min
  2. What it's really like building a business in your 20's with Maya Vertigans

    FEB 9

    What it's really like building a business in your 20's with Maya Vertigans

    What happens when you know you want more, but you’re building it earlier than everyone around you? In this guest episode, Shelley is joined by Maya Vertigans, founder of award-winning, eco-conscious agency Planner Bee VA Services. At just 26, Maya has grown her business from a solo freelancer to a six-figure agency with a growing team, and she’s done it without following the “expected” path. This is an honest conversation about starting young, leading before you feel ready, and learning to trust yourself when you don’t have a blueprint to follow. Maya shares the reality of ageism, identity, and responsibility — alongside the freedom and resilience that come with building a business in your twenties. If you’ve ever felt out of step with your peers, questioned your credibility, or wondered whether you’re doing it “the right way”, this episode will give you perspective — and permission — to do things your way. In this episode, you’ll hear how to: Navigate ageism and self-doubt without shrinking yourselfBuild a values-led business without waiting for permissionCreate space for growth before you feel ready Connect with Maya on Instagram Check out Planner Bee VA Services here Want more of this kind of real, practical mindset work? The She Is Courageous Collective is currently closed to new members, but Courageous Connections is open. Courageous Connections is my free monthly online networking event for women in business. No pitch, no pressure, just real conversations, new connections, and the mindset shift you didn’t know you needed. Let’s stay connected: 📍Follow me on Instagram for daily inspiration, real talk and mindset drops that cut through the noise @shelleybosworth.official 📍More of a LinkedIn girl? Find me here Got a question? Thinking about working together? Drop me a DM on Instagram or email me directly: shelley@shelleybosworthcoaching.com Media, speaking, or podcast enquiries: hello@shelleybosworthcoaching.com Meet your host span...

    58 min

  3. FEB 2

    Already Feel Behind on 2026? Let's Reset That

    January can feel like a pressure cooker. Big goals. Big plans. And then reality hits, illness, exhaustion, curveballs you didn’t ask for. If you’re heading into February feeling like you’ve already fallen behind, this episode is for you. In this solo episode, Shelley shares honestly about a January that didn’t go to plan and challenges the story that says a slow or messy start means failure. It doesn’t. January isn’t the make-or-break of your year, and you’re not off track just because things look different to what you expected. This is about course-correcting without drama. Letting go of the pressure. And choosing momentum over self-criticism. Inside the episode, you’ll learn how to: Challenge the belief that January defines your entire yearReflect on what actually went well, even if it wasn’t what you plannedCreate momentum with one small, realistic move this week Shelley also shares a simple framework, reflect, realign, reignite, to help you reset without starting from scratch. February is wide open. You’re allowed to begin again. If this resonates, tag Shelley on social media and share the one thing you’re committing to this week. Saying it out loud might be the nudge you need, and Shelley might just send you a message back. Want more of this kind of real, practical mindset work? The She Is Courageous Collective is currently closed to new members, but Courageous Connections is open. Courageous Connections is my free monthly online networking event for women in business. No pitch, no pressure, just real conversations, new connections, and the mindset shift you didn’t know you needed. Let’s stay connected: 📍Follow me on Instagram for daily inspiration, real talk and mindset drops that cut through the noise Shelley Bosworth | Mindset Coach For Female Founders (@shelleybosworth.official) • Instagram profile ) 📍More of a LinkedIn girl? Find me here https://www.linkedin.com/in/shelley-bosworth/ Got a question? Thinking about working together? Drop me a DM on Instagram or email me directly: shelley@shelleybosworthcoaching.com Media, speaking, or podcast enquiries: a href="mailto:hello@shelleybosworthcoaching.com" rel="noopener...

    15 min

  4. JAN 26

    When People Pleasing Becomes Self Sabotage

    If you’re constantly overcommitting, overexplaining, or second-guessing how others will react to your decisions, this episode is for you. People pleasing often gets dressed up as being “nice”. But under the surface, it’s fear. Fear of conflict. Fear of disconnection. Fear of being misunderstood or rejected. And left unchecked, it quietly turns into self-sabotage. In this solo episode, Shelley breaks down why people pleasing isn’t a personality trait or a weakness — it’s a learned habit rooted in safety. She shares how it shows up in business, leadership, and relationships, and why your nervous system keeps choosing approval over honesty. Most importantly, she walks you through practical, realistic shifts to start disrupting the pattern without swinging to the other extreme. You’ll hear how to build clarity, courage, and confidence — without becoming rude, harsh, or someone you’re not. In this episode, you’ll learn how to: Recognise where people pleasing is running on autopilotAsk what you actually want before defaulting to yesPractise saying no without overexplaining or managing reactions If people pleasing is costing you your energy, your voice, or your alignment, this conversation will help you start choosing yourself — one honest moment at a time. CTA Doors to the Collective might be closed, but Courageous Connections is open — our free monthly networking session for women in business. Join us here: Courageous Connections Want more of this kind of real, practical mindset work? The She Is Courageous Collective is currently closed to new members, but Courageous Connections is open. Courageous Connections is my free monthly online networking event for women in business. No pitch, no pressure, just real conversations, new connections, and the mindset shift you didn’t know you needed. Let’s stay connected: 📍Follow me on Instagram for daily inspiration, real talk and mindset drops that cut through the noise Shelley Bosworth | Mindset Coach For Female Founders (@shelleybosworth.official) • Instagram profile ) 📍More of a LinkedIn girl? Find me here Got a question? Thinking about working together? Drop me a DM on Instagram or email me directly: shelley@shelleybosworthcoaching.com Media, speaking, or podcast...

    18 min

  5. JAN 19

    Five Reasons You’re Moving But Still Feel Like You're Getting Nowhere

    You’re showing up. You’re doing the work. You’re busy, consistent, and ticking the boxes. And yet … nothing’s really shifting. Annoying isn't it! In this episode, Shelley breaks down five common reasons you can be in constant motion but still feel stuck. Not because you’re lazy or doing it wrong, but because the way you’re moving might be driven by habit, fear, or other people’s expectations. This is a straight-talking conversation about awareness. About noticing the patterns that keep you busy but not fulfilled. And about why doing more isn’t the answer, choosing differently is. You’ll hear Shelley explore: How reacting instead of choosing keeps you stuckWhy external validation can and probably will drain your motivationThe difference between activity and true alignmentHow staying in the familiar can feel safe but hold you backWhy pausing might be the most courageous move you make If you’ve ever thought, “I’m doing everything I’m supposed to, so why am I not getting anywhere?” this episode will help you slow down, get honest, and reset your direction. If you recognised yourself in these patterns, take Shelley’s Self-Leadership Style Quiz. It takes 4–5 minutes and will help you understand how you lead yourself, where you’re getting stuck, and what to focus on next. The link is in the show notes. Want more of this kind of real, practical mindset work? The She Is Courageous Collective is currently closed to new members, but Courageous Connections is open. Courageous Connections is my free monthly online networking event for women in business. No pitch, no pressure, just real conversations, new connections, and the mindset shift you didn’t know you needed. Let’s stay connected: 📍Follow me on Instagram for daily inspiration, real talk and mindset drops that cut through the noise Shelley Bosworth | Mindset Coach For Female Founders (@shelleybosworth.official) • Instagram profile ) 📍More of a LinkedIn girl? Find me here Got a question? Thinking about working together? Drop me a DM on Instagram or email me directly: shelley@shelleybosworthcoaching.com Media, speaking, or podcast enquiries:...

    18 min

  6. JAN 12

    The Real Reason You Don't Trust Yourself Anymore

    Do you keep saying you don’t know what you want, or that you don’t trust yourself to decide anymore? This episode offers a different truth. You haven’t lost your self-trust. You’ve been outsourcing it. Shelley breaks down how constant advice, expert opinions, mentors, algorithms and even AI can slowly drown out your own voice. What starts as being sensible and strategic turns into hesitation, overthinking, and delayed decisions, and that’s what really chips away at your confidence. This is an episode about what self-trust actually is, why it feels harder than ever to access, and how to rebuild it without affirmations, or pretending to be certain. You’ll hear why courage isn’t about making the “right” decision, it’s about being self-led, even without proof. In this episode, you’ll learn how to: Recognise where you’re giving your authority awaySpot the decisions you delay even though you already know the answerRebuild self-trust through small, practical actions You already know more than you think you do. Your self-trust isn’t gone, it’s just buried under noise. Doors to the She Is Courageous Collective might be closed, but Courageous Connections is open ,our free monthly global networking session for women in business. Join us here: Courageous Connections Let’s stay connected: 📍Follow me on Instagram for daily inspiration, real talk and mindset drops that cut through the noise @shelleybosworth.official 📍More of a LinkedIn girl? Find me here https://www.linkedin.com/in/shelley-bosworth Got a question? Thinking about working together? Drop me a DM on Instagram or email me directly: shelley@shelleybosworthcoaching.com Media, speaking, or podcast enquiries: hello@shelleybosworthcoaching.com Meet your host Hey, I’m Shelley Bosworth — mindset and business coach, keynote speaker, and founder of The She Is Courageous Collective. After 25 years in corporate leadership roles across brands like Harrods and Starbucks, I traded in the boardroom for coaching, launching my business in the middle of a personal storm and a global pandemic. Since then, I’ve helped hundreds of ambitious women ditch self-doubt, shift their mindset, and take courageous action in life and business. Now living in Dubai, I’m proof that it’s never too late to rewrite your story. And I’m here to help you do the...

    15 min

  7. JAN 5

    Why Courage Still Comes Before Confidence, And Why It Matters More Than Ever Now

    The world is louder than ever. More opinions. More advice. More polished confidence on display. And yet, so many truly capable women are still stuck, not because they don’t know what to do, but because they’re waiting to feel ready. In this first episode of 2026, I come back to the core of the She Is Courageous Podcast and revisits the truth that started it all: courage still comes before confidence, and it matters now more than ever. I unpack how confidence has become performative, how AI and social media blur identity and certainty, and why waiting for confidence is often the very thing keeping you still. This is as always one of those grounded, straight-talking reminders that clarity, self-trust and confidence are built through action, not before it. If you’ve been circling the same decisions, overthinking your next move, or questioning your instinct, this episode will bring you back to what actually creates momentum. You’ll hear how to: Recognise where you’re waiting to feel ready instead of movingSeparate real confidence from performance and approvalTake one small, courageous step that gives your brain new proof Courage isn’t about speed. It’s about direction. The She Is Courageous Collective is currently closed to new members, but Courageous Connections is open. Courageous Connections is my free monthly online networking event for women in business. No pitch, no pressure, just real conversations, new connections, and the mindset shift you didn’t know you needed. Let’s stay connected: 📍Follow me on Instagram for daily inspiration, real talk and mindset support that cut through the noise Shelley Bosworth | Mindset Coach For Female Founders (@shelleybosworth.official) • Instagram profile ) 📍More of a LinkedIn girl? Find me here https://www.linkedin.com/in/shelley-bosworth/ Got a question? Thinking about working together? Drop me a DM on Instagram or email me directly: shelley@shelleybosworthcoaching.com Media, speaking, or podcast enquiries: hello@shelleybosworthcoaching.com Meet your host Hey, I’m Shelley Bosworth — mindset and business coach, keynote speaker, and founder of The She Is Courageous Collective. After 25 years in corporate leadership roles across brands like Harrods and Starbucks, I traded in the boardroom for coaching, launching my business in the middle of a personal storm and a global pandemic. Since then,...

    17 min

  8. 12/29/2025

    #66 A Few Of The Best Moments So Far

    As we close out the year, I’m doing something I’ve never done before on the podcast. This episode is a collection of a few of the most powerful, pause-worthy moments from past conversations, moments that made me stop, got me very reflective, and received so many messages from listeners because they resonated so much You’ll hear from Denise Duffield-Thomas on why we must stop seeking gold stars from the wrong people. Lauren Derrett talks about knowing who she is now (and backing her choices). Claire Causton speaks about the brutal reality of menopause and rediscovering confidence. And finally Lin Sherlock shared her incredible story of rebuilding her life after burnout. These aren’t just inspiring stories. These are really honest reminders that courage doesn’t always look bold and shiny. Sometimes, in fact more often than not, it’s messy, and full of doubt, but you do it anyway. Whether you’ve heard these episodes before or this is your first time, I promise they’ll land differently now. Here’s all the links so you can listen to the full episode #28 Why Not You? Making Money, Shifting Mindset & Building a Business with Denise Duffield-Thomas #48 Big Business, Burnout, and the Comeback That Followed with Lauren Derrett #52 Menopause Changed Everything, Including Her Business with Special Guest: Claire Causton #58 From Burnout to Breakthrough: Redefining Success on Your Terms with Lin Sherlock Follow The She Is Courageous Collective on Instagram for weekly inspiration and mindset tips that hit home. On LinkedIn more often? Connect with me here. Ready to Work Together? The She Is Courageous Collective is my on line community and group coaching space for ambitious women in business who are done letting fear call the shots and are ready to build their courageous mindset for action on their goals This is where you’ll

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Hosted by Dubai-based Business & Mindset Coach Shelley Bosworth, The She Is Courageous Podcast is a mindset and leadership podcast for ambitious women who look capable on the outside but know they’re holding back on the inside. With over 25 years in senior leadership and business, Shelley brings real-world perspective to the inner work, challenging the idea that confidence comes first, and showing why courage is the real catalyst for change. Through honest solo episodes and powerful guest conversations, Shelley explores the beliefs, patterns and pressures that keep high-performing women stuck in overthinking, burnout or self-doubt, even when they’re doing everything “right.” This podcast isn’t about fixing yourself or becoming someone new.
It’s about leading yourself differently. If you’re a founder or professional woman who knows mindset matters and is ready to stop questioning herself and start acting from clarity, The She Is Courageous Podcast will help you build a courageous way of thinking, and a life and business that actually fit.

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