#56 From Losing Her Sight To Seeing Her Strength with Special Guest Itziar Martos
My guest this week, Itziar Martos - @itziarmartos - shares with us her story and insight on losing her sight at 21, overcoming depression, becoming Miss Spain, and now inspiring globally with resilience, strength, and advocacy for hidden disabilities.
As founder of InclussiveConnect, Itziar connects people with hidden disabilities through inclusive events and provides entrepreneurship advice.
Living with Stargardt disease as a blind entrepreneur, she creates communities where people can find emotional support and personal development.
About Itziar
From losing her sight at 21 to becoming a sought-after international speaker & Miss Spain , Itziar Martos breaks barriers in business with unmatched resilience.
This Spanish Disabled entrepreneur and Speaker proves that limitations fuel innovation, inspiring global audiences with her unique blend of expertise and authentic storytelling.
Connect with Itziar here
What do you do when life hands you the unthinkable? At 21, today’s guest, Itziar Martos, began losing her sight. Five years of unanswered questions, endless tests, and the devastating unknown followed. But instead of letting it define her, Itziar chose courage. She went from depressed and uncertain to standing on stage as Miss Spain, competing internationally, and building a career as a sought-after speaker.
In this episode, Itziar shares what it really takes to move from “why me?” to “watch me.” We talk about resilience, hidden disabilities, and the moment she realised she could do anything she set her mind to. Her story isn’t about waiting for confidence — it’s about choosing strength, making bold decisions, and creating a life on your own terms, no matter the challenges.
If you’ve ever felt held back by fear, self-doubt, or circumstances outside your control, this episode will remind you: you have a choice, and you are stronger than you think.
👉 Listen now and discover what true courage looks like in action.
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Hey, I’m Shelley Bosworth, International Business and Mindset Coach, keynote speaker and founder of The She Is Courageous Collective
Beginning my career in the heart of the UK’s corporate world, I spent 25 years climbing the ranks across retail and hospitality, from Harrods to Starbucks to Haven Caravan Parks. Along the way i found a natural ability to bridge the gap between strategy and people, leading large teams through transformation and growth.
In late 2019 after experiencing significant personal loss, I left the corporate world to launch my coaching business, going all in on a vision to empower others, just as the world began facing an unprecedented global pandemic. Since then I’ve worked with businesses and individuals worldwide, empowering hundreds to break through self-doubt, overcome imposter syndrome, and take bold courageous action toward their goals.
Now living in Dubai, fulfilling a lifelong ambition to live and work internationally I like to think I inspire others to take courageous action and embrace the mindset shifts that make success possible.
I’m high energy, no nonsense but truly authentic and fundamentally believe life is too short not to go for what you want
My own story is proof of that and I can’t wait to help you write yours.
