Angel Cotto: Following his calling to Ecuador's Jungle and to build a dream

The Great Things LLC Podcast

The Great Things LLC Podcast
Angel Cotto: Following his calling to Ecuador's Jungle and to build a dream
Dec 16, 2025 Season 6 Episode 1
Josh Meeder

When You Feel Pulled Toward a Different Life but Are Afraid to Trust It

Angel Cotto shares his story of trusting spirit and following the call. 

In this episode, Josh Meeder speaks with Angel Cotto about spiritual awakening, specifically the moment when life looks stable on the outside, but something inside keeps saying, this isn’t it. Angel shares his lived experience of feeling pulled toward a different path while wrestling with fear, uncertainty, and the possibility of ending up alone.

Introducing Angel Cotto

Angel is a former registered nurse and single father who followed an unexpected inner calling that led him from a structured nursing career to building a retreat and residency space in Ecuador. His journey is shaped by early loss, deep self-reflection, and a commitment to understanding the emotional patterns that quietly influence our choices.

When Stability No Longer Feels Like Safety

Angel opens up about what happens when the life you worked hard to build starts to feel disconnected. He shares how feelings of restlessness, dissatisfaction, and inner tension often arise not because something is “wrong,” but because something deeper is asking to be acknowledged.

Building Something New While Living the Uncertainty

From living without electricity or running water to navigating isolation and self-doubt, Angel shares the realities of starting over. His story highlights the emotional cost of following an inner calling and the quiet resilience required to stay present when outcomes are unclear

Final Thoughts

This episode is for anyone who feels an inner pull toward a different life but fears what trusting it might cost. Angel’s story offers reassurance that uncertainty doesn’t mean you’re wrong—it often means you’re listening more closely than ever before.


What’s Next for Angel

Learn about Angel’s vision for expanding his work in Ecuador, including upcoming retreats and a residency program designed for healers, creatives, and seekers who feel called to something more. He shares how these offerings are meant to support grounded healing, integration, and reconnection—without bypassing the realities of everyday life.


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