The Conscious Misfit

Things are changing. Some things are still the same. This is your invitation to journey with me.Hey beautiful humans. Here’s a fireside 'state of all the things' check-in from me to you.If you’ve got 1000 tabs open in your mind, and you’re trying to be 'enough', be consistent, and not lose yourself in the process… this one’s for you.Links I mentioned:Keri Nola episode: Money Mindset (with Keri Nola)Heart Essence Song (“Wild, Wild Woman”): Watch on YouTubePodcast feed (audio): https://nathan.live/podcastA gentle invitationIf this landed, I’d love to hear from you: what line (or moment) landed most?If you’re new here, you can follow for free on Patreon. If you’d like to support the work and stay close, you’re warmly invited to become a patron.https://nathan.live/podcast

Your body cries out, “Please slow down, this isn’t working, you're crushing me...” And society keeps shouting, “More speed. More screens. More 'fixing' yourself!'In this episode of The Conscious Misfit (previously We Are Already Free), midwife and cultural weaver Rachelle Seliga and I sit right inside that tension. We talk about the fork in the road we’re living through: the pull toward the synthetic path (top-down control, distracted escape, 'playing God') and the invitation to return to our organic biology, nature, and embodied truth.This is not a 'guru episode'. It’s two humans excavating and discovering truth in real time... including the grief, the loneliness, and the very unsexy reality of what it can cost to stop self‑abandoning and live what we say we want!About Rachelle SeligaRachelle Seliga is a devoted Mother and Midwife whose work is dedicated to midwifing a cultural shift - where our innate wisdom, personal authority and the sanctity of Life are honoured and centred. Her legacy work is INNATE Postpartum Care - Certification Training, which teaches the global postpartum tradition of "Physiologic Postpartum Care,” the unifying tradition etched into the blood and bone of postpartum women. Rachelle lives and works from the understanding that our physiologic design IS our divine design, which IS our blueprint, which ARE our original instructions. These different ways to say the SAME thing acknowledge that there is an order, a structure, a map to LIFE that supersedes human will; it is Nature's Design.Topics Covered:The 'bifurcation' we’re living through: technology + disembodiment vs the Organic Path (biology, nature, embodied truth).What truth in the body actually means, and how to track it when your mind is loud.Self‑abandonment: the subtle ways it shows up, and what can happen when you stop doing it (including the destructive side of creation).Ceremony vs paraphernalia: why powerful experiences can still leave your life unchanged without integration.Loneliness, sovereignty, and the slow work of re‑villaging (without collapsing into codependence).Why Rachelle believes the future depends on women and men remembering: we need each other.Stay to the end for: Rachelle’s vision for Rights of Reunion, a gathering to bring women and men back into honest partnership.ResourcesWebsite: InnateTraditions.comLIVE EVENT on Friday 19 Dec: Ceremony, Menarche and Culture Creation….weaving together her experiences of midwifery, Mothering, ceremony and culture work - https://www.innatetraditions.com/Ceremony-Menarche-Culture-CreationInstagram: https://instagram.com/innatetraditionsRachelle’s trainings mentioned: INNATE Postpartum Care and Physiologic Baby CareProject: Rights of Reunion (Rachelle mentions a likely in‑person gathering in September 2026)Physiologic Baby Care (with Rachelle Seliga)If this episode with Rachelle Seliga stirred something in you, here’s an invitation.Rachelle teaches a live online training called Physiologic Baby Care, exploring the physiologic design of babies (0–3 years) and what it looks like to get outside of “expert opinions” and return to what nature already built into the baby-parent relationship. It’s for parents, parents-to-be, and anyone who wants to understand the foundations of thriving human life.Carly and I are joining the upcoming round, and if you feel the pull, you can join us here:nathan.live/babycare (affiliate link — I receive a kickback at no extra cost to you)⭐ Support the Podcast & Access the Bonus Chat ⭐PLEASE NOTE: I’ve moved this podcast over to Patreon as the new host. So you’ll see this episode as a post on Patreon if you follow me here. You can also listen in your usual podcast app: just search for The Conscious Misfit wherever you listen.The Patron‑Only Bonus (the “private juicy bits”)After the main conversation, Rachelle and I drop into a deep and raw bonus segment that felt like ceremony: https://nathan.live/patreonWe talk about:Why it can be way easier to 'hold space' than to be a partner and a parent in real life.My private birth story with our daughter Honey: a long labour, an emergency, and the practice of how we hold (and speak about) experiences that weren’t the dream… but became medicine.What actually changes a potentially traumatic experience into something integrating: the quality of support (and why men need support too, not just responsibility).The 'humble pie' of birth and parenting... and the relief of letting go of righteousness and just being human.Joy, ministry, worship as worthiness, and the practice of singing even when “no one comes.”And we end by getting into the frequency of joy with a live song: Sway With Me.If these conversations are medicine for you, become a co‑creator of the podcast. Your support keeps this show free from chasing algorithms and advertisers, so I can focus on sharing what’s true, grounded, and genuinely of service.Become a Patron to hear the bonus chat and co‑create the show:https://nathan.live/patreonShoutout to Maria, Brian, Dusky, Martin, Kellie, Trinia, Cassandra, and all the other co‑creators on Patreon. This happens thanks to you. Thank you.

Welcome to the very first episode of the Conscious Misfit Podcast! It’s farewell We Are Already Free and hello new vibe!In this episode, I get real about why I changed the podcast’s name, what it means to be a conscious misfit, and how I’m learning to show up with more authenticity (and a lot less perfectionism🤪). I open up about my struggles with unethical marketing, the pressure to fit into society’s boxes, and the relief of finding a more human, heart-centred way to connect and share.Listen to learn:* The story behind the name change from “We Are Already Free” to “The Conscious Misfit”* What it means to be a conscious misfit in a world that often feels upside down* Letting go of perfectionism and embracing our weirdness* My journey with ethical marketing and learning from Marketing for Hippies* How to navigate self-worth, fear of judgment, and the call to share your gifts* The future of the podcast, upcoming guests, and a new experiment with ‘practice episodes’ to help you integrate what our guests shareIf you’re a creative, a healer, a free thinker, or just someone who’s never quite fit into the mainstream, this episode is for you. We are the conscious misfits: people who are ready to live authentically, question the status quo, and bring their unique gifts to the world.Thank you for being here. I’m honoured to walk this path with you. If you resonate with this episode, please leave a comment or connect with me at nathanmaingard.com. Many blessings on your journey!Ciao for now,Nathan

In this special 100th episode, Nathan sits down with his very first guest, Tara Couture of Slow Down Farmstead, for a beautiful full-circle conversation. Tara, a homesteader, mother, and author, shares the powerful story behind her new book, "Radiance of the Ordinary," and offers her wisdom on navigating a chaotic modern world with grace and faith.This raw and soulful dialogue explores how to find worthiness in the wreckage, the importance of silence for creativity, and why our unique gifts matter more than ever. Nathan also makes a heartfelt announcement about the evolution of the podcast, and his new focus on building a more intimate, connected sanctuary for his community on Patreon.This conversation is a profound meditation on what it means to show up for the intensity of life, transform our pain into art, and remember that we are all worthy, simply because we exist.Guest Information: - Tara Couture of Slow Down Farmstead- New Book: Radiance of the Ordinary- Website & Substack: https://www.slowdownfarmstead.com/- Instagram: @slowdownfarmsteadKey Takeaways- The Power of Silence: Tara explains that for her, all creative inspiration and messages come from cultivating moments of silence and stillness.- Finding Radiance in the Ordinary: The story of how a book title became a credo for life and a magical signpost that led Tara to her farm.- Pain is a Gift: The most profound gifts and meaning in life often come from the hardest things we endure.- Creativity as an Act of Faith: In chaotic times, sharing your unique, creative gifts is an act of profound faith and power, with an impact you may never be able to measure.- Congruence as a Compass: The feeling of incongruence in your life is a gift—a driver that shows you which direction your soul needs to move in.- You Don't Have to Be a Homesteader: Tara shares her belief that you can live a congruent life in an urban environment by making conscious choices and supporting the people doing good work on the land.Resources Mentioned- Join the Sanctuary: Follow for free and join the Forest Family on Patreon to get updates, connect away from the algorithms, and receive a free PDF ebook of uplifting poetry: https://nathan.live/patreon- Weekly Livestreams: Find the schedule for the "Songs for Joy" gatherings: https://nathan.live/songsforjoyChapters00:00 - Welcome & Who This Episode Is For02:02 - A Special Announcement About the Future of the Podcast03:09 - An Invitation to the Patreon Sanctuary03:54 - Welcoming Tara Couture Back to the Show05:25 - Tara on Meeting Life's Intensity with Grace and Faith07:48 - Navigating Personal Heartbreak & Carrying Grief10:35 - Nathan on Feeling Inadequate & The Journey to Congruence12:20 - Tara's Journey from a Military Life to Finding Herself on the Land16:11 - The Age of Distraction and Why We Avoid Stillness23:38 - Tara's Creative Process: Finding Courage and Inspiration in Silence28:28 - On Creative Commitment, Ritual, and "Deep Work"32:20 - Does Being a Creator Matter When the World is Burning?35:40 - Reading the Poems of Hafiz39:05 - Tara on Her Evolving Relationship with God and Finding the Sacred Everywhere43:56 - On Finding Radiance in the Ordinary (The Story Behind the Book Title)51:30 - Homesteading, Responsibility, and Being a "Farmer by Proxy"59:05 - Q&A: Deepening a Relationship with True Spirituality01:06:40 - When you hear "We Are Already Free," what comes up for you?01:08:49 - Nathan's Final Reflections on 100 Episodes

If heaviness is dragging you down, these live songs and raw stories are here to reignite your inner spark. You don’t need to fix anything…just gently surrender to stories of loss, rebirth, and connection. Here to remind you that joy lives within, waiting to expand when shared! Welcome back to We Are Already Free, the podcast for us sensitive wanderers, a shared watering hole where we gather to remember our true nature. Please enjoy episode 98.I open up about shaking off 'shoulds' for authentic flow, then share music from my Songs for Joy gathering: 'Sway With Me' born from grief, 'I Caught On Fire' as a client's heart essence, and 'Everything' as a humming mantra. This medicine invites you to sing, reflect, and remember ancient ways of wellness through dance, silence, stories, and voice.Key Moments* 00:00 Welcome & Episode Overview: Embracing Joy in Uncertain Times* 02:50 First Song: 'Sway With Me': Losing my dog Sassa, wrestling resistance, and the call to sway through floods of emotion; how humans are wired to sing.* 12:18 Reflection: The Importance of Singing and Storytelling* 13:29 Second Song: 'I Caught On Fire': Crafted for a client reclaiming her voice; abundance, burning old layers, phoenix rebirth.* 19:59 Alchemical Change: Rebirth Through Music* 21:20 Third Song: 'Everything'* 26:49 Closing Reflections: Community, Support, and Patreon Shoutouts. Thanks to patrons Maria, Brian Dusky, Martin, Kelly, Trinia, and Cassandra.* 27:35 Final Thoughts: Gratitude and the Journey AheadStandout Quotes* 'The bigger the beauty, the bigger the resistance.' – On birthing 'Sway With Me' through doubt.* 'I receive all that I need... I caught on fire.' – Chorus echoing transformation.* 'I am the weeds pushing up through the cracks in your broken dreams... blossoming until your world is filled with flowering everything.' – Mantra of renewal.Resources Mentioned* Watch the full Songs for Joy gathering: Head to alreadyfree.me/patreon.* Episode with Brooke McPoyle on musical breathworkThank you for being here with me. Please remember to subscribe, review, and share this with someone you love.PS: all thanks go Josh Snyman of rawbokeh for the beautiful photos and video of the gathering

That endless list of things you should be doing? It’s a trap. It’s the fuel for a draining cycle of panic, frantic action, burnout, and collapse. You know the feeling: giving everything you have, only to end up empty and wondering why nothing works. This episode is the way out.Forget complicated systems and more self-discipline. Nathan offers a simple, powerful map to remembering your own enoughness. It’s not a checklist; it’s a dance between the three core parts of you: Me, We, and All. Listen to find your rhythm again."The only relationship we will certainly be in for our entire lives, no matter what, is this relationship with ourselves. So marry yourself first. Commit to yourself first."About Your Host and This PodcastNathan Maingard is a guide for the seekers, edge walkers, healers, and creators. Through his work, he helps people ask the question, "What is in the way of me remembering that I am already free?" and find inspiration from those already walking their own free path.In This Episode* 01:35 The Overwhelm Cycle: Naming the Trap* 03:52 Pillar 1: The "Me" Space – Why You Must Fill Your Cup First* 05:14 Pillar 2: The "We" Space – Connection, Service, and Ubuntu* 06:40 Pillar 3: The "All" Space – Getting God Out of the Box* 08:25 The Enoughness Dance: How to Weave It All Together* 10:56 A Guided Moment to Find Your FlowResources* Watch the Video: This episode includes visuals. Watch the full experience here.* Become a Co-Creator: Support the creation of this podcast and get your name in the credits by joining the community on Patreon at https://alreadyfree.me/patreon.* Subscribe & Follow: Never miss an episode of The Conscious Misfit on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen.Join the ConversationWhich part of the dance - Me, We, or All - is calling to you most right now? Share your experience in the comments.

Have you ever had that feeling that you're doing everything you're supposed to be doing, but you still feel hollowed out, disconnected, and burnt out? Like no matter how hard you push, you just can't show up as the provider you want to be. These feelings are more than just a bad mood; they are alarm systems, letting you know that your vitality, your spirit, your very humanity is on the line.This conversation on the We Are Already Free podcast is a map back to alignment, for both men and the women who love them. It’s a path of purpose and strength that begins by simply stepping outside. Our guide on this path is Carl Muir of Provider, a man who has walked through the fire of his own shadow to discover these truths for himself. He helps good men rediscover their purpose through men’s work and reconnection with nature, and his story is a potent reminder that sometimes, the old path must become impossible to walk so we can find our true one.In This Episode, We Explore:* Carl's unflinching story of going from a ‘successful’ life to burnout, and the the ego unraveling required to find his true purpose.* Why the modern definition of a "provider" is a trap, and how to reclaim its true meaning - one rooted in emotional presence, ancestral strength, and communion with nature.* Navigating a profound personal loss.* The Māori wisdom "Ko au te taiao, ko te taiao ko au" (I am nature, nature is me) and how this simple truth is the most potent medicine for our modern disconnection.* The powerful, tangible shifts that happen in men's work when men are taken out of their routines and into the wild - and how to bring that healing back into your daily life.* Why you carry the resilience of your ancestors, who survived wars and famines, and how you can tap into that strength to get through anything.Timestamps:* 0:00 Introduction: The Hollow Provider* 3:31 Meet Carl Muir the Provider: From Burnout to Purpose* 9:24 Losing and Finding Identity* 14:32 What Does It Mean to Be a Provider?* 26:42 Nature as Medicine: Healing Through the Wild and Men’s Work* 30:01 Transformational Shifts: Stories from the Retreat* 32:27 Carrying the Change Home* 35:58 Final Reflections & Where to Find Carl MuirMentioned Resources & Links:* Find Carl Muir and his powerful men's work at theprovider.co.nz* Follow Carl's journey on Instagram: @provider_nz* The men's leadership training Nathan and Carl attended: Sacred Sons⭐ Support the Podcast & Access the Bonus Chat ⭐In our exclusive bonus for patrons, Carl shares his deepest wisdom on one of the most important questions a man can ask: "How do you raise good kids in this crazy, disconnected world?" He speaks on leading by example, the gift of nature, and the humbling ways our children are often here to teach us. It’s a raw, emotional, and inspiring part of our chat that I know will land deeply for you.If these conversations are a medicine for you, become a co-creator of the podcast. Your support allows me to remain free from chasing algorithms and advertisers, so I can focus only on creating and sharing what is true and of service to you.Become a Patron to hear the bonus chat and co-create the show.Shoutout to Maria, Brian Dusky, Martin, Kellie, Trinia, Cassandra, and all the other co-creators on Patreon. This happens thanks to you. Thank you.

When life feels overwhelming and the noise of the world closes in, there is a way back to peace. To the sacred space within each moment.In this solo episode of We Are Already Free, I share a prayer that has grown with me over five years. This is the first time I’ve recorded and shared it publicly. Those closest to me who have heard it have asked for access, and now I feel called to offer it to you.Prayer, to me, is a simple, humble conversation with something greater than ourselves. This prayer has been a source of grounding, gratitude, and transformation in my own life. I trust it can be the same for you.If you want the prayer without introduction or closing reflection, it’s available exclusively to my co-creators on Patreon and to supporters here on SubstackThis is a deeply personal gift, from my heart to yours. May it bring you the peace and presence it brings me.Blessings on your path 🥰Warmly, and with loveNathan

Are you as tired as I am of cookie-cutter brands pumping out AI-generated, mind-numbing ‘content’? While also feeling the pressure that if you don’t work out how to do it too, you’ll never ‘make it’? Thankfully, you are in the right place! Our guest, Re Perez, reveals spiritual capitalism's path to authentic freedom and blending soul with profit, plus why your brand should be gay (even if you're not), how to create a category of one brand…and so much more!About Re PerezRe Perez ditched corporate branding to create his own adventure. His award-winning agency, Branding For The People, empowered thousands to build iconic, authentic brands. Author of Your Brand Should Be Gay (Even If You’re Not), Re blends spirituality with capitalism, merging business and personal growth through coaching, retreats, and masterminds. He’s written the playbook for embracing uniqueness, helping impact-driven leaders to create phenomenal brands. More recently, he is helping conscious brands to become a Category of One!Topics Covered00:00: Intro to this episode about Spiritual Capitalism00:56: Who is Re Perez? From Corporate Follower to Authentic Branding Leader02:46: What is Spiritual Capitalism? Blend Purpose, Profit, and Soul16:49: Re's Transformation Journey: Bold Investments for Breakthrough Freedom25:55: Unlock the Power of Decisions: Commit to Authentic Liberation26:59: Why Your Brand Should Be Gay: Secrets of Raw Authenticity33:04: How to build Category of One Brand: Own Your Unique Edge49:26: Key Takeaways: Reframe Freedom, Plant HopeResources* Re Perez website: https://reperez.com* Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the.re.perez/* Book: Your Brand Should Be Gay (Even If You’re Not) (affiliate link)About Nathan Maingard & We Are Already Free* Podcast, Writing, and More at alreadyfree.me/substack* Leave a review: alreadyfree.me/reviewNathan Maingard, an award-winning medicine song troubadour and trauma-informed somatic coach, guides sensitive souls to remember joy, purpose, and connection through the We Are Already Free podcast. With raw conversations, heart-crafted songs, and sacred rituals, he invites you to reclaim your authentic essence. This podcast is a haven for conscious misfits and sacred rebels, offering tools to embody self-worth, set clear boundaries, and live true.Co-Create This SpaceSupport the podcast at alreadyfree.me/patreon. Unlock bonus chats - like Re’s tips for finding authentic branding partners - plus exclusive songs, poems, and more. Your support fuels this sacred work, spreading hope to seekers worldwide. Pledge now, claim your freedom, and let’s plant apple trees together. Thank you for being here!

Welcome, beautiful humans! In this episode, I sit down with the brilliant Scott Carney—investigative journalist, bestselling author, and all-around truth-seeker—to pull back the curtain on the wild world of wellness influencers, online gurus, and the sometimes murky business of “authenticity” in the digital age.If you’ve ever wondered who you can trust in the wellness space, how to spot a scam, or what it really takes to make a living with integrity, this conversation is for you. We get real about the challenges of staying true to yourself, the traps of capitalism, and why supporting independent creators (like me!) matters more than ever.Listen to learn:* What red flags to watch for when it comes to wellness gurus, influencers, and online health advice.* How scammers and “grifters” use a mix of truth and lies to build trust…and how you can protect yourself.* Why authenticity and integrity are so hard to maintain in today’s online business world (and what it really costs).* What it actually takes to make a living as a creator without selling out (and why “enough” might be the new dream).* How supporting independent creators (like on Patreon) can change the game for everyone, and why your choices matter more than you think.* And finally, why hope, connection, and personal values might be the most powerful tools we have. Even in a world that feels rigged!About Scott Carney* YouTube: Scott Carney Investigates* Magnetic North, Scott Carney’s Substack * Scott Carney on Patreon* Website: scottcarney.comSpecial Offer: Patreon Relaunch!I’m relaunching my Patreon with a special offer: get exclusive livestream access to my upcoming live music medicine event in Cape Town (for those who can’t make it in person). Join the community, support my work, and get access to behind-the-scenes content, early releases, and more.* Patreon: https://alreadyfree.me/patreon* Access the patron-only bonus chat for this episode right here* Event details: https://alreadyfree.me/acousticIf you enjoyed this episode, please consider sharing it, leaving a review, or joining the Patreon family. Your support helps me keep creating honest, heart-centred content for you.

Feeling crushed by the content-every-day hustle culture mantra? I’m sharing why I’m stepping off the treadmill, how hustle culture is part of the problem fracturing our attention and destroying our connection with Spirit, and what a slower, soul-led path might look like…for you and for me!Hi, I’m Nathan Maingard—a heartist, troubadour, guide, and wordsmith—and I am fekin’ DONE with sacrificing my life on the altar of algorithmic insanity!Listen to this episode of We Are Already Free to learn the first step in getting off the infinite wheel of death by doomscroll.🔑 What You’ll Learn* Attention vs. Algorithms – why your screen is farmed for clicks, not care.* A Patreon Burnout Story – lessons from my collapse after “success”.* Slow Down, Change Faster – how nervous-system safety unlocks real growth.* Self → Other → All – the cycle of self-care, service, and Divine union.🛠️ Resources & Links* Previous chat with Keri Nola on abundance & receptivity🤝 Take Part* Share this episode with someone scrolling their life away.* Subscribe on Patreon or YouTube for the longer-form, slow-dopamine content I am creating.Thank you for being here with me.With love,NathanPS: I’m doing something super vulnerable here: no editing! This video is all raw, all me. Stumbles, pauses, checking my notes. It’s all here. Does it resonate? Are you with me in wanting more of the raw and real in this life? Or not? Lmk.

Stop running on empty. Psychotherapist-turned-mentor Keri Nola unpacks the money mindset for healers: why chronic giving burns us out, how scarcity wiring hijacks the nervous system, and the exact inner shifts that let sensitive rebels receive and hold abundance... all in today's episode of the We Are Already Free podcast with Nathan Maingard.What you’ll hearLinks & free resources- Free Money Date Journal – keri’site/journal- Receptivity Portal membership – keri’site/receptivity- Messages from Shadow deck & sessions – keri’site/shadow- Reclaim Your Voice Without People-Pleasing → alreadyfree.meBecome a friend of the podcast and leave a review: https://alreadyfree.me/review

What if the medical system isn’t broken… but working exactly as designed to keep you sick, scared, and dependent? This week on the We Are Already Free podcast, we meet Lisa Clark: a wild woman, wellness influencer, and sovereign soul who walked away from conventional medicine at age 13 and never looked back.From chronic illness and emotional suppression to regenerative farming, somatic sovereignty, and self-led healing. Lisa’s journey is a powerful reminder that true wellness comes from aligning with nature, not fighting it.Whether you’re sick of being dismissed by doctors, overwhelmed by wellness noise, or simply seeking a simpler, more empowered way of living…this episode is your sign.👤 About Lisa ClarkLisa Clark is a wellness educator, homesteader-at-heart, and outspoken voice for self-healing and sovereignty. Her deep connection to land, food, and truth shines through her work. As a wellness influencer, she shares practical tools and mindset shifts that help everyday people reclaim their health without the noise and fear of the mainstream medical system.📚 Topics Covered00:00 – Why the Medical System is Failing Sensitive Souls: For anyone feeling dismissed or broken by conventional healthcare, this intro sets the tone for reclaiming intuition and choosing a self-led healing path.00:50 – Lisa Clark’s Radical Decision: Leaving the Medical System at 13: Lisa shares how chronic childhood illness and a powerful moment in a doctor’s office sparked her path to self-healing and sovereignty.06:35 – From Google to the Garden: How Lisa Found Natural Remedies & Regenerative Agriculture: Exploring the journey from DIY natural health hacks to discovering food politics, ancestral eating, and nature’s generosity.22:39 – The Wild Woman Awakens: From Meekness to Fierce Feminine Power: Lisa unpacks what it means to reclaim the Wild Woman archetype, break people-pleasing patterns, and live from unapologetic truth.30:12 – Real Talk on Relationships, Boundaries & Knowing Who You Are: A powerful exploration of self-worth, navigating relational discomfort, and choosing authenticity over approval.32:41 – What Natural Living Actually Means (and What It Doesn’t): Lisa demystifies wellness, explaining how to simplify healing with real food, sunlight, movement, and emotional authenticity.35:19 – How Lisa Became a Wellness Influencer Without Owning a Homestead: Behind the scenes of her path as an Instagram wellness guide, living her values from a top-floor apartment.43:12 – How to Reclaim Sovereignty in a Culture of Powerlessness: Closing insights on mindset, nervous system regulation, and stepping into the life you actually want—without waiting for permission.Stay to the end for:👉 A reflection on how nature, intuition, and simplicity can heal what the system pathologises.👉 A sneak peek of her personalised Heart Essence Song, “Wild, Wild Woman”🔗 Resources & Links* Follow Lisa on Instagram: @onearthwithlisa* Free Ebook: Holistic Sun Protection* Earth-Based Home Nutrition Primer* Dopamine Detox Challenge* Mentioned books:* Women Who Run With the Wolves – Clarissa Pinkola Estés* The Myth of Normal – Gabor Maté (listen to previous episode with his son Daniel Maté)* Biggest Little Farm (documentary)🎵 Episode Song…Lisa’s Heart Essence Song “Wild, Wild Woman” plays at the end. Written and recorded by Nathan as a musical mirror of her journey.🌱 Connect with Nathan* Instagram: @nathanmaingard🧭 Ready to reclaim your voice and live in sovereign alignment?Book your free Clarity & Freedom Call with Nathan: https://alreadyfree.me/activation

Feel like hustle culture, pushing harder and 'doing more' are slowly destroying your love for life, health, and wellbeing? Former US Navy SEAL Christopher Lee Maher learned -the hard way- that chasing “peak performance” can shred the very nervous system you need for true strength. In this episode, we unpack how body-based (somatic) practices turn chronic tension into grounded power, especially for the sensitive, empathic souls who’ve spent years pushing through.Key takeaways:- Somatic swap-outs: Replace sugar, caffeine and overstimulation with breath-work, running, Qigong and deep sleep to calm the vagus nerve and regulate cortisol.- Break hyper-independence: Why “God helps those who help themselves” is half the sentence—and how asking for help heals stored stress faster than lone-wolf grinding.- Liver as the helper: Maher links Traditional Chinese Medicine with modern stress science, showing how unexpressed anger congests the liver and traps emotional charge.- From fascia to freedom: Rolfing, yoga and daily movement loosen “piano-string” fascia, letting energy flow and pain fade.- Intrinsic value > external validation: Military success, 1.8 % body-fat, and chronic pain taught Maher that real worth is felt, not proven.Guest bioChristopher Lee Maher is the creator of True Body Intelligence, author of Free for Life and a former US Navy SEAL who rebuilt his body and mind through Traditional Chinese Medicine, Taoist internal arts and structural bodywork. He now guides high-performers and highly sensitive individuals alike to release lifetime stress loads and reclaim nervous-system freedom.Chapter guide00:00 Why pushing harder can hollow you out04:41 Recognition of value: chasing it vs. becoming it11:02 Negative vs. positive stress-management tools19:30 Speaking directly to men—and why the message still lands for every sensitive soul22:56 Breaking lone-wolf conditioning through Rolfing & yoga34:50 Meridians, organ emotions and the somatic lens42:00 Becoming the message: seven years of daily practice48:15 Ending coach-client codependency51:31 What “We Are Already Free” means to Christopher55:40 Nathan’s reflection & next steps for listenersResources & links- Book – Free for Life by Christopher Lee Maher- Free stress-relief gift – truebodyintelligence.com/stress-free-giftWork with Christopher – programs & retreats at TrueBodyIntelligence.comFollow – Instagram @christopherleemaher

You’ve done everything they said would make you feel whole. You’ve worked harder than anyone around you. You’ve achieved, provided, held it all together. But deep down, something’s missing. You’re tired of being strong. You’re ready to feel. To soften. To stop the endless striving.This episode of We Are Already Free is a lifeline. Lori Pappas built an award-winning software company in a man’s world, led teams of hundreds, and checked every external box of success. Then, in her fifties, she walked away from it all - career, marriage, country. She moved to rural Ethiopia. Alone. She founded a charity that’s since served over 100,000 people. In her sixties, she met the love of her life. Now, at 75, Lori is no longer trying to be impressive. She’s becoming real.This conversation is a masterclass in unhooking your worth from your performance... and saying yes to the life that’s actually yours.

Feel like you’re shrinking to fit into a world that doesn’t see you? Like your voice is too much… or not enough?In this raw and revealing solo episode, I speak straight from the heart about what’s been unfolding behind the scenes, including a powerful pivot in who I’m here to serve. If you’ve been holding your voice back; if you’re tired of performing, pleasing, or pretending... this one’s for you.🔍 In this episode:- Why your fear of speaking up might be a sacred signal- The hidden cost of shrinking your truth-The deep recalibration that comes with becoming a parent-What I learned about authenticity, safety, and service-A gentle invitation to root, rise, and be fully seen🌱 Ready to take the next step? Book a free Activation Call at alreadyfree.me/activationThank you for walking this path with me.

Do you ever feel trapped in endless loops of overthinking? Knowing you’re stuck, but unable to stop?In this episode, Nathan sits down with Matthew T Cooke, founder of Body-Based Breakthrough (B3), to explore how we can break free from the mental traps and reconnect with the body’s innate wisdom.Whether you’re a high-achiever feeling secretly stuck… or simply tired of living in your head, this conversation offers a powerful path forward.🔥 Topics Covered:- The Body-Mind Connection: Why 80% of communication flows from body to mind (not the other way around)- Breaking the Performance Trap: How “success” can keep us feeling stuck and disconnected- The Power of Safety: Why transformation starts with creating true emotional safety- Real Tools: A guided somatic exercise you can practice immediately- Bonus Metaphor: How freediving explains the profound depth and simplicity of nervous system work🌿 About Matthew T Cooke: Founder of Body-Based Breakthrough (B3), Matthew guides people back to their embodied wisdom. He’s worked with clients from Apple, SpaceX, Google, and beyond... and is on a mission to certify over a million trauma-informed somatic coaches by 2035.- Follow Matthew on Instagram.- Learn more or begin your B3 journey: alreadyfree.me/b3

In a world addicted to hustle and distraction, what if the most powerful thing you could do… is pause?This week on We Are Already Free, I’m joined by folk herbalist and intuitive guide Rachel Levine. She shares how her journey through anxiety, burnout, and perfectionism led her to reclaim presence through ritual.This episode is for you if you:- Feel disconnected or overwhelmed by modern life- Want to replace routine with something more sacred and supportive- Are ready to live with more intention, gentleness, and authenticityWe explore:- The difference between routine and ritual- Rachel’s story of healing from spiritual bypassing and self-sabotage- How to start a ritual practice even when presence feels uncomfortable- Why slowness is not laziness, and softness is not weakness🌿 Mentioned in This Episode:- Rachel’s work: intuitivelywild.com- Intuitively Wild on Substack: intuitivelywild.substack.com/Connect with Me• 🎧 Listen to more episodes: nathanmaingard.com/podcast• 📬 Say hi: nathan@wearealreadyfree.com• 📸 Instagram: @nathanmaingardDisclaimer: This podcast is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health providers with any questions you may have.

Sometimes, life leaves us standing at the crossroads, frozen by the weight of choices. In this heart-opening episode, Dr. Angela Gorrell joins us to explore the art of making difficult decisions, reclaiming clarity, and moving forward with courage when life feels overwhelming.About Dr. Angela GorrellDr. Angela Williams Gorrell is a speaker, consultant, and author with a passion for guiding others toward the life worth living. With teaching experience at Yale and Baylor University, she brings a unique blend of academic expertise and personal insight to her work. Angela is the author of three books, including her latest release, Braving Difficult Decisions: What to Do When You Don’t Know What to Do, and she hosts the More Human with Dr. Angela podcast.

What if your birth story is the hidden key which could help you break free from the mysterious loops you find yourself in? I’m delighted to share a powerful episode with you! I reached out to Nicole after watching the amazing Birth As We Know it documentary some time ago.It impacted me so deeply that I knew I had to share this amazing knowledge with you on the We Are Already Free podcast!About Nicole MooreToday’s guest is Nicole Moore, the Senior Facilitator of Birth into Being and the creative force behind this movement. She trains practitioners worldwide, focusing on the imprints of birth and early life and their effects on our ability to thrive. Her clients create and nurture sustainable businesses that contribute to healing the planet through various healing and therapeutic practices.Why I care about birth…As I prepare for fatherhood, this topic is hugely important to me. Honestly, I’m concerned by the absolute certainty that I am going to ‘fuck it up’ somehow 😅. And that I am already. Not making enough time for my wife. Missing precious moments. And the rest. Fortunately, this episode actually reassured me. It gave me the gift of knowing that we can all rewrite our stories anytime we choose. I hope it does the same for you.Resources@birthintobeing on InstagramBirth Into Being WebsiteWatch Nicole's Workshops