RedCircle VERIFY_TOKEN_c168bd43-6abc-427e-a711-2631d8a8c523 -- Rendered At Fri, 31 Jul 2026 16:43:42 +0000 Courageously Awake https://redcircle.com/shows/courageously-awake en Rochelle Townsend Rochelle Townsend Welcome to Courageously Awake — the podcast for women who are ready to come back to their heart, their truth, and the woman they were always meant to be. Here, we talk about courage — not the loud kind, but the quiet bravery it takes to soften, to feel deeply, and to live awake. We explore healing, intuition, emotional alchemy, and what it really means to come home to yourself. c168bd43-6abc-427e-a711-2631d8a8c523 Subscribe to Exclusive Content episodic no Rochelle Townsend rochelle.w.townsend@gmail.com https://feeds.redcircle.com/c168bd43-6abc-427e-a711-2631d8a8c523 true full Episode 10: Sometimes the hardest thing to let go of isn’t failure. It’s the version of you that succeeded. with Eddie Wilson Episode 10: Sometimes the hardest thing to let go of isn’t failure. It’s the version of you that succeeded. with Eddie Wilson 10 1 Rochelle Townsend Sometimes the hardest thing to let go of isn’t failure.

It’s the version of you that succeeded.

In this episode of Courageously Awake, I sit down with entrepreneur and Impact Others founder Eddie Wilson for an honest conversation about what happens when the life you’ve built—and the identity that came with it—no longer feels like the life you’re being called to live.

After years of building businesses and achieving success, Eddie began to realize that what fulfilled him most wasn’t another accomplishment. It was connection, service, and the work he was doing with vulnerable children around the world through Impact Others.

But following that calling required more than a career change.

It required Eddie to begin letting go of an identity built around achievement, productivity, and business success—and to ask a much deeper question:

Who am I when my value is no longer defined by what I produce?

We talk about the relationships and partnerships that can shift when you begin changing, the role ego plays in keeping us attached to old versions of ourselves, and what it looks like to surrender control and trust where life is leading you next.

Eddie also shares the deeply personal story of his brother Dakota and how that experience ultimately helped him understand his calling to become a voice for children who may not have one of their own.

And perhaps one of my favorite parts of our conversation: Eddie’s perspective on purpose.

What if you don’t need to manufacture your purpose or go searching for it?

What if some of the clues have been woven throughout your story all along—including in the experiences that hurt the most?

This conversation is about success, identity, faith, purpose, grief, letting go, and learning to look at our past through the possibility of redemption rather than resentment.

If you’re in a season where the old version of your life—or the old version of you—doesn’t quite fit anymore, this conversation is for you.

Take a FREE 3 minute quiz: Discover what's actually driving your decisions & learn whether you're living from your authentic voice, fear, or conditioning.

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Connect with Eddie Wilson: @eddiewilsonofficial

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Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/courageously-awake/exclusive-content]]> <p>Sometimes the hardest thing to let go of isn’t failure.</p><p><strong>It’s the version of you that succeeded.</strong></p><p>In this episode of <em>Courageously Awake</em>, I sit down with entrepreneur and Impact Others founder Eddie Wilson for an honest conversation about what happens when the life you’ve built—and the identity that came with it—no longer feels like the life you’re being called to live.</p><p>After years of building businesses and achieving success, Eddie began to realize that what fulfilled him most wasn’t another accomplishment. It was connection, service, and the work he was doing with vulnerable children around the world through Impact Others.</p><p>But following that calling required more than a career change.</p><p>It required Eddie to begin letting go of an identity built around achievement, productivity, and business success—and to ask a much deeper question:</p><p><strong>Who am I when my value is no longer defined by what I produce?</strong></p><p>We talk about the relationships and partnerships that can shift when you begin changing, the role ego plays in keeping us attached to old versions of ourselves, and what it looks like to surrender control and trust where life is leading you next.</p><p>Eddie also shares the deeply personal story of his brother Dakota and how that experience ultimately helped him understand his calling to become a voice for children who may not have one of their own.</p><p>And perhaps one of my favorite parts of our conversation: Eddie’s perspective on purpose.</p><p>What if you don’t need to manufacture your purpose or go searching for it?</p><p>What if some of the clues have been woven throughout your story all along—including in the experiences that hurt the most?</p><p>This conversation is about success, identity, faith, purpose, grief, letting go, and learning to look at our past through the possibility of <strong>redemption rather than resentment.</strong></p><p>If you’re in a season where the old version of your life—or the old version of <em>you</em>—doesn’t quite fit anymore, this conversation is for you.</p><p>Take a <a href="https://rochelle-pikvfflt.scoreapp.com" rel="nofollow">FREE 3 minute quiz</a>: Discover what&#39;s actually driving your decisions &amp; learn whether you&#39;re living from your authentic voice, fear, or conditioning. </p><p>Learn more about <a href="https://impactothers.com/" rel="nofollow"><strong>Impact Others</strong></a><strong> </strong>and donate <a href="https://impactothers.app.neoncrm.com/campaigns/18" rel="nofollow"><strong>HERE</strong></a></p><p><strong>Donate </strong>to <strong>Project Dakota </strong><a href="https://impactothers.app.neoncrm.com/campaigns/project-dakota" rel="nofollow"><strong>HERE</strong></a></p><p>Connect with<strong> Eddie Wilson: @</strong>eddiewilsonofficial</p><p>Connect with <strong>Rochelle Townsend: </strong>@rochelletownsend.inc</p><br/><br/>Support this podcast at — <a rel='payment' href='https://redcircle.com/courageously-awake/exclusive-content'>https://redcircle.com/courageously-awake/exclusive-content</a> df18239d-2f24-449f-98ad-81085485b0dc https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/rochelle-townsend Tue, 28 Jul 2026 09:00:40 +0000 3399 false full Episode 9: Quick Check-In Episode 9: Quick Check-In 9 1 Rochelle Townsend I've been quiet but busy behind the scenes! This week is just a quick check-in for what I have been up to and what I have planned ahead.



Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/courageously-awake/exclusive-content]]> <p>I&#39;ve been quiet but busy behind the scenes! This week is just a quick check-in for what I have been up to and what I have planned ahead. </p><br/><br/>Support this podcast at — <a rel='payment' href='https://redcircle.com/courageously-awake/exclusive-content'>https://redcircle.com/courageously-awake/exclusive-content</a> 53e6ba49-0091-4fbe-92de-c70c1e8be8a8 https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/rochelle-townsend Tue, 21 Jul 2026 09:27:38 +0000 581 true full Episode 8: Old Lady Sh!t I Do Episode 8: Old Lady Sh!t I Do 8 1 Rochelle Townsend I have some hobbies that definitely put me in the Senior Citizen category and honestly? I'm here for it. Today's episode I talk about the old lady hobbies that I now do and WHY I deliberately do them. Who knows, I may just inspire you to channel your inner old lady!

Connect with me! @rochelletownsend.inc



Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/courageously-awake/exclusive-content]]> <p>I have some hobbies that definitely put me in the Senior Citizen category and honestly? I&#39;m here for it. Today&#39;s episode I talk about the old lady hobbies that I now do and WHY I deliberately do them. Who knows, I may just inspire you to channel your inner old lady! </p><p>Connect with me! @rochelletownsend.inc</p><br/><br/>Support this podcast at — <a rel='payment' href='https://redcircle.com/courageously-awake/exclusive-content'>https://redcircle.com/courageously-awake/exclusive-content</a> f03413bb-2dc9-4fd1-9a2b-42b8c5902dba https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/rochelle-townsend Tue, 23 Jun 2026 09:00:53 +0000 695 true full Episode 7: Ask for Signs Episode 7: Ask for Signs 7 1 Rochelle Townsend Ask for signs! I think this is THE most fun! Asking for your Spirit Team to send you signs! If you are ever feeling stuck or not sure what you should do, ask for a sign. And be super specific! It's a great reminder that you are never truly alone.


Connect with me! @rochelletownsend.inc



Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/courageously-awake/exclusive-content]]> <p>Ask for signs! I think this is THE most fun! Asking for your Spirit Team to send you signs! If you are ever feeling stuck or not sure what you should do, ask for a sign. And be super specific! It&#39;s a great reminder that you are never truly alone. </p><p><br></p><p>Connect with me! @rochelletownsend.inc</p><br/><br/>Support this podcast at — <a rel='payment' href='https://redcircle.com/courageously-awake/exclusive-content'>https://redcircle.com/courageously-awake/exclusive-content</a> 75922283-73e7-4c6d-aba5-af4f2ba185d5 https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/rochelle-townsend Tue, 16 Jun 2026 09:00:37 +0000 869 true full Episode 6: How To Meditate Episode 6: How To Meditate 6 1 Rochelle Townsend I attribute my healing all to meditation. Learning how to meditate, or "meetings with my higher-self" unlocked my whole world. Not only did I heal from all of the trauma I endured, I also have learned who I actually am at my soul. And that gift is one that I hope everyone has the opportunity to explore.

Follow me on socials: @rochelletownsend.inc

I'd love to connect with you!



Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/courageously-awake/exclusive-content]]> <p>I attribute my healing all to meditation. Learning how to meditate, or &#34;meetings with my higher-self&#34; unlocked my whole world. Not only did I heal from all of the trauma I endured, I also have learned who I actually am at my soul. And that gift is one that I hope everyone has the opportunity to explore.</p><p>Follow me on socials: @rochelletownsend.inc</p><p>I&#39;d love to connect with you!</p><br/><br/>Support this podcast at — <a rel='payment' href='https://redcircle.com/courageously-awake/exclusive-content'>https://redcircle.com/courageously-awake/exclusive-content</a> 5a919db0-2eeb-41e6-9361-145ad0cf196e https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/rochelle-townsend Tue, 09 Jun 2026 09:00:25 +0000 1652 true full Episode 5: Founders Story Episode 5: Founders Story Rochelle Townsend Today I go back 4 years to where my spiritual journey began. What was going on in my world, how I landed in Costa Rica, and all the realizations that then followed.

Feeling as though I have made it through the shadows, the healing and am now on the other side, I feel as though it is super important to share my journey with others. It is my intention that one listener out there will be able to resonate with parts of my story and see themselves in situations that no longer serve them and what to do about it.



Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/courageously-awake/exclusive-content]]> <p>Today I go back 4 years to where my spiritual journey began. What was going on in my world, how I landed in Costa Rica, and all the realizations that then followed. </p><p>Feeling as though I have made it through the shadows, the healing and am now on the other side, I feel as though it is super important to share my journey with others. It is my intention that one listener out there will be able to resonate with parts of my story and see themselves in situations that no longer serve them and what to do about it. </p><br/><br/>Support this podcast at — <a rel='payment' href='https://redcircle.com/courageously-awake/exclusive-content'>https://redcircle.com/courageously-awake/exclusive-content</a> 17b2eff5-5899-4311-a266-89ec5157320e https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/rochelle-townsend Tue, 02 Jun 2026 09:00:37 +0000 3287 true full Episode 4: Cycles and Patterns Episode 4: Cycles and Patterns 4 1 Rochelle Townsend Probably the best thing that has come out of my meditation practice is the ability to quickly and clearly see a cycle or pattern. Some of these patterns developed after my abuse and some of the cycles stemmed from my family unit. Regardless of where they started, seeing them clearly for what they are in my adult life has been life changing! The best part about all of this I no longer have to agree to continue these patterns or cycles. I can consciously choose to do different, think different, or be different. It's absolutely liberating!!

I'd love to connect with you! Send me a dm on Instagram: @rochelletownsend.inc

Until next week....



Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/courageously-awake/exclusive-content]]> <p>Probably the best thing that has come out of my meditation practice is the ability to quickly and clearly see a cycle or pattern. Some of these patterns developed after my abuse and some of the cycles stemmed from my family unit. Regardless of where they started, seeing them clearly for what they are in my adult life has been life changing! The best part about all of this I no longer have to agree to continue these patterns or cycles. I can consciously choose to do different, think different, or be different. It&#39;s absolutely liberating!! </p><p>I&#39;d love to connect with you! Send me a dm on Instagram: @rochelletownsend.inc </p><p>Until next week....</p><br/><br/>Support this podcast at — <a rel='payment' href='https://redcircle.com/courageously-awake/exclusive-content'>https://redcircle.com/courageously-awake/exclusive-content</a> 30a8b313-abbe-4183-ac92-da452ae62094 https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/rochelle-townsend Tue, 05 May 2026 09:00:41 +0000 1169 false full Guided Meditation Series: 2 Guided Meditation Series: 2 Rochelle Townsend Welcome back to this week's guided meditation. Find a comfortable place, remove all distractions, close your eyes and join me as we begin.



Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/courageously-awake/exclusive-content]]> <p>Welcome back to this week&#39;s guided meditation. Find a comfortable place, remove all distractions, close your eyes and join me as we begin. </p><br/><br/>Support this podcast at — <a rel='payment' href='https://redcircle.com/courageously-awake/exclusive-content'>https://redcircle.com/courageously-awake/exclusive-content</a> db76233b-8158-40e4-bdd5-6945d1e77562 https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/rochelle-townsend Fri, 01 May 2026 09:00:40 +0000 759 false full Episode 3: Soul's Mission Episode 3: Soul's Mission 3 1 Rochelle Townsend This week I talk about my Soul's Mission. If you have never meditated before and asked your higher self what your soul's mission is, I HIGHLY recommend you do such. It is actually fascinating what comes through.

Knowing your soul's mission can be extremely helpful. Especially when navigating loss, relationships, jobs, friendships, etc. If any of those are out of alignment of your soul's mission, the cut-off line is real clear then.

I'd love to hear what YOUR soul's mission is! Drop me a DM on Insta @rochelletownsend.inc



Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/courageously-awake/exclusive-content]]> <p>This week I talk about my Soul&#39;s Mission. If you have never meditated before and asked your higher self what your soul&#39;s mission is, I HIGHLY recommend you do such. It is actually fascinating what comes through. </p><p>Knowing your soul&#39;s mission can be extremely helpful. Especially when navigating loss, relationships, jobs, friendships, etc. If any of those are out of alignment of your soul&#39;s mission, the cut-off line is real clear then. </p><p>I&#39;d love to hear what YOUR soul&#39;s mission is! Drop me a DM on Insta @rochelletownsend.inc</p><br/><br/>Support this podcast at — <a rel='payment' href='https://redcircle.com/courageously-awake/exclusive-content'>https://redcircle.com/courageously-awake/exclusive-content</a> 97836136-9376-44d2-89c7-a462d75fdbca https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/rochelle-townsend Tue, 28 Apr 2026 10:00:24 +0000 915 true full Guided Meditation Series: 1 Guided Meditation Series: 1 Rochelle Townsend Join me in the first of my Guided Meditation Series. Weekly I will drop in a quick 10-15 minute guided meditation just for you. Perfect for the first-timer or the experienced, an opportunity to give yourself and your inner knowing a chance to connect.

I'd love to hear your feedback on this as these guided meditation series has been something I have been wanting to try.

Connect with me on Insta: @rochelletownsend.inc



Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/courageously-awake/exclusive-content]]> <p>Join me in the first of my Guided Meditation Series. Weekly I will drop in a quick 10-15 minute guided meditation just for you. Perfect for the first-timer or the experienced, an opportunity to give yourself and your inner knowing a chance to connect. </p><p>I&#39;d love to hear your feedback on this as these guided meditation series has been something I have been wanting to try. </p><p>Connect with me on Insta: @rochelletownsend.inc</p><br/><br/>Support this podcast at — <a rel='payment' href='https://redcircle.com/courageously-awake/exclusive-content'>https://redcircle.com/courageously-awake/exclusive-content</a> 03c4d133-ad3f-4c60-95ba-bcfea813d34e https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/rochelle-townsend Fri, 24 Apr 2026 09:00:33 +0000 843 false full Episode 2: Meditations Episode 2: Meditations 2 1 Rochelle Townsend Today's episode I talk about how my meditations started about 5 years ago to where they are today. What has changed? What has stayed the same? I also discuss some super fun things to try in your own meditations. Prompts to ask yourself and your higher self. And if you do.... I'd love to hear what came through!

Send me a DM over on Insta!! @rochelletownsend.inc



Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/courageously-awake/exclusive-content]]> <p>Today&#39;s episode I talk about how my meditations started about 5 years ago to where they are today. What has changed? What has stayed the same? I also discuss some super fun things to try in your own meditations. Prompts to ask yourself and your higher self. And if you do.... I&#39;d love to hear what came through! </p><p>Send me a DM over on Insta!! @rochelletownsend.inc</p><br/><br/>Support this podcast at — <a rel='payment' href='https://redcircle.com/courageously-awake/exclusive-content'>https://redcircle.com/courageously-awake/exclusive-content</a> 4f3d5505-304f-4123-9f4d-4b5fe42e4159 https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/rochelle-townsend Tue, 21 Apr 2026 10:00:56 +0000 1400 true full Welcome Home Welcome Home 1 1 Rochelle Townsend <p>Welcome to the Courageously Awake Podcast, episode 1! What have I been up to for the past 2 years and where am I heading. There's been a lot happening since the last time I recorded, so in this first episode I catch you up to speed. </p><p><br /></p><p>Connect with me on the gram! @rochelletownsend.inc</p> Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/courageously-awake/exclusive-content Welcome to the Courageously Awake Podcast, episode 1! What have I been up to for the past 2 years and where am I heading. There's been a lot happening since the last time I recorded, so in this first episode I catch you up to speed.


Connect with me on the gram! @rochelletownsend.inc



Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/courageously-awake/exclusive-content]]> <p>Welcome to the Courageously Awake Podcast, episode 1! What have I been up to for the past 2 years and where am I heading. There&#39;s been a lot happening since the last time I recorded, so in this first episode I catch you up to speed. </p><p><br/></p><p>Connect with me on the gram! @rochelletownsend.inc</p> <br/><br/>Support this podcast at — <a rel='payment' href='https://redcircle.com/courageously-awake/exclusive-content'>https://redcircle.com/courageously-awake/exclusive-content</a> bccfcccb-f275-44d8-a197-3a8a35ed0b35 https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/rochelle-townsend/episodes/Welcome-Home-e3f65ih Tue, 17 Feb 2026 09:00:00 +0000 2398 true trailer TRAILER: Courageously Awake TRAILER: Courageously Awake 1 1 Rochelle Townsend <p>Welcome to <strong>Courageously Awake</strong>.</p><p>This is a space for the women who have been strong for too long.The women who learned to survive, to push through, to shut down parts of themselves just to make it through the day.</p><p>So if your heart has been whispering for more…If you’re ready to feel again, to live awake, and to return to who you really are…</p><p>Welcome to <strong>Courageously Awake</strong>.Let’s walk this path together.</p> Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/courageously-awake/exclusive-content Welcome to Courageously Awake.

This is a space for the women who have been strong for too long.The women who learned to survive, to push through, to shut down parts of themselves just to make it through the day.

So if your heart has been whispering for more…If you’re ready to feel again, to live awake, and to return to who you really are…

Welcome to Courageously Awake.Let’s walk this path together.



Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/courageously-awake/exclusive-content]]> <p>Welcome to <strong>Courageously Awake</strong>.</p><p>This is a space for the women who have been strong for too long.The women who learned to survive, to push through, to shut down parts of themselves just to make it through the day.</p><p>So if your heart has been whispering for more…If you’re ready to feel again, to live awake, and to return to who you really are…</p><p>Welcome to <strong>Courageously Awake</strong>.Let’s walk this path together.</p> <br/><br/>Support this podcast at — <a rel='payment' href='https://redcircle.com/courageously-awake/exclusive-content'>https://redcircle.com/courageously-awake/exclusive-content</a> 62f2985b-4362-437e-a8ff-496f11c4696a https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/rochelle-townsend/episodes/TRAILER-Courageously-Awake-e3dds2d Fri, 09 Jan 2026 16:38:54 +0000 103 false