We Are Already Free

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 Get full access to We Are Already Free with Nathan Maingard at wearealreadyfree.substack.com/subscribe

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 We Are Already Free 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 below. Get full access to We Are Already Free with Nathan Maingard at wearealreadyfree.substack.com/subscribe

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.We Are Already Free with Nathan Maingard is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber.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. Get full access to We Are Already Free with Nathan Maingard at wearealreadyfree.substack.com/subscribe

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 Get full access to We Are Already Free with Nathan Maingard at wearealreadyfree.substack.com/subscribe

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 We Are Already Free on Patreon 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! Get full access to We Are Already Free with Nathan Maingard at wearealreadyfree.substack.com/subscribe

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. Get full access to We Are Already Free with Nathan Maingard at wearealreadyfree.substack.com/subscribe

Social media apps are designed to capture your attention, devouring hours of your life every day. In this solo episode, I share my struggle with digital distraction and offer a clear, grounded path back to freedom through clarity, connection, and creation. This episode is a call to wake up, reclaim your focus, and live deliberately—because we are already free!What You’ll Learn* Why social media isn’t just a harmless time sink—it’s designed to trap your attention and data.* How distraction fuels disconnection, fear, and exhaustion.* Three essentials for a good life: clarity of purpose, human connection, and creative presence.* An inspiring apple tree analogy for understanding true purpose.* How practical steps, like deleting apps, are boosting my creativity and presence.* Why the world needs more people coming alive in their unique gifts—not just “successful” people.* Details on the free 21-Day Dopamine Detox Challenge starting July 22nd, designed to help you build healthy boundaries with technology.Chapters0:00 Introduction: Dealing with Digital Distraction0:25 How Social Media Steals Our Time and Attention1:26 Personal Struggles with Social Media Addiction2:24 The Impact: From Connection to Disconnection3:50 Three Keys to a Good Life: Clarity, Connection, Creation4:26 Understanding True Purpose: The Apple Tree Analogy5:16 The Importance of Human Connection6:22 Reclaiming Creativity and Presence8:45 Making a Difference: Beyond Traditional Success9:31 21-Day Dopamine Detox Challenge10:36 Call to Action: Join the Free Reset ProgramResources & Links* Join the 21-Day Dopamine Detox Challenge (Free): https://alreadyfree.me/reset* Starts July 22nd — daily prompts + weekly live gatherings.* Recommended reading that informed this episode:* Stolen Focus by Johann Hari* Indistractable by Nir Eyal* Dopamine Nation by Anna LembkeWhy Listen?If you often catch yourself “just checking” your phone only to lose hours, this episode is for you. I cut through the guilt and confusion around social media use, offering an honest look at how these platforms drain your life force—and how you can step back into freedom. It’s a grounded invitation to reclaim your attention and creativity, allowing you to live with greater presence, purpose, and genuine connection.Next StepTake back your attention. Join the free 21-Day Dopamine Detox challenge today at https://alreadyfree.me/reset Get full access to We Are Already Free with Nathan Maingard at wearealreadyfree.substack.com/subscribe

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.* 21-Day Dopamine Detox – a free, community-held reset starting Tuesday 22 July 2025.🛠️ Resources & Links* Join the Dopamine Detox (free): https://alreadyfree.me/g14o* Previous chat with Keri Nola on abundance & receptivity🤝 Take Part* Sign up for the dopamine detox before 22 July.* Share this episode with someone scrolling their life away.* Subscribe on Substack 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. Get full access to We Are Already Free with Nathan Maingard at wearealreadyfree.substack.com/subscribe

Are we actually helping people heal—or just keeping the coaching economy afloat?In this short solo episode, your host Nathan Maingard asks the question too few are willing to face: has the personal growth industry become just another hamster wheel of extraction, burnout, and spiritual branding?He shares the raw truth of trying to earn a living while staying in integrity, a powerful story from traditional Chinese medicine, and the radical alternative he’s creating with Already Free Academy—where members choose their price and extra payments fund scholarships.If you’ve ever felt the tension between needing support and affording it… or between wanting to serve and needing to survive—this is for you.🔗 Join the experiment: https://alreadyfree.academyChoose your price. Fund a scholarship. Change the system.—🌿 Let’s connect:- IG — @nathanmaingard- Podcast home — We Are Already Free—If this episode stirred something in you, share it with someone walking the same edge. Let’s build something real. Get full access to We Are Already Free with Nathan Maingard at wearealreadyfree.substack.com/subscribe

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/reviewListen now, take the journal prompt into your next breath, and remember: we are already free. Abundance flows when you let it land.#MoneyMindset #Healers #GivingAndReceiving #Abundance #NervousSystemHealing #KeriNola #WeAreAlreadyFree #Therapists #SensitiveSouls #TraumaInformed Get full access to We Are Already Free with Nathan Maingard at wearealreadyfree.substack.com/subscribe

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 Get full access to We Are Already Free with Nathan Maingard at wearealreadyfree.substack.com/subscribe

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 @christopherleemaherWe Are Already FreeWe Are Already Free cuts through the noise with raw conversations and practical tools that help sensitive souls regulate, set clear boundaries, and live from embodied worth. Follow the show to get straight-talk episodes in your app every week, and let your nervous system feel the difference. Get full access to We Are Already Free with Nathan Maingard at wearealreadyfree.substack.com/subscribe

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.We are already free. Get full access to We Are Already Free with Nathan Maingard at wearealreadyfree.substack.com/subscribe

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 Get full access to We Are Already Free with Nathan Maingard at wearealreadyfree.substack.com/subscribe

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/Reclaim your attention, reset your nervous systemIf you’re done with doomscrolling and ready to reconnect to yourself…The FREE 21-Day Dopamine Detox Challenge is your invitation to step away from overstimulation and return to what truly nourishes you.🌱 Start now at alreadyfree.me/resetConnect 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. Get full access to We Are Already Free with Nathan Maingard at wearealreadyfree.substack.com/subscribe

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.Topics Covered- How to find clarity when stuck between equally compelling options- Practical steps to move forward when facing overwhelming decisions- Transforming "wrong" decisions into opportunities for growth- The role of values, healing, and synchronicity in courageous decision-making- Real-life stories of difficult decisions that led to unexpected joyResources- Connect with Dr. Angela on Instagram- Visit Dr. Angela’s website- Braving Difficult Decisions: What to Do When You Don’t Know What to Do by Dr. Angela Gorrell- More Human with Dr. Angela PodcastStay Connected- 🔗 Join the FREE 21-Day Dopamine Detox Challenge: https://alreadyfree.me/dopamine- 💌 Subscribe to the We Are Already Free podcast for weekly inspiration and tools to live authentically: https://nathanmaingard.com/podcast Get full access to We Are Already Free with Nathan Maingard at wearealreadyfree.substack.com/subscribe

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.Topics Covered* Why birth fundamentally shapes our life patterns* How our birth story influences our approach to challenges and relationships* What practical tools we can use to heal birth imprints* Stay to the end for powerful insights on breaking free from limiting patternsResources* @birthintobeing on Instagram* Birth Into Being Website* Watch Nicole's WorkshopsReady to Break Free From Unconscious Patterns?Just as birth imprints influence our responses to life, our daily habits shape our ability to live consciously. Break free from unconscious patterns and reclaim your authentic self with our FREE 21-Day Dopamine Detox Challenge. Learn how to reset your relationship with technology and reconnect with your natural rhythms. Empower yourself to lead a more present and intentional life.Begin your transformation at alreadyfree.me/dopamineConnect with Nathan Maingard* Connect with other listeners on Substack* Say hi via email* Learn about working with meBONUS: click here to view the video version of this episode!Disclaimer: 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 regarding a medical condition. Get full access to We Are Already Free with Nathan Maingard at wearealreadyfree.substack.com/subscribe

I’m so frickin’ excited to be sharing this with y’all 🎉!I just had the most epic, heart-overflowing conversation with my coaching client Alice about her journey…from feeling stuck in old patterns to stepping into a whole new way of being.What makes this sharing so powerful?✨ During our work together, I watched Alice shift her money stories, her limiting beliefs, her self-doubt✨ I saw her gain clarity, and with it, she just shone lighter and lighter 🌻✨ And when she agreed to share her journey, I was blown away… because in her testimonial video, I could see even more light than when we finished working together. Shine on, Alice 🌟!Why this matters for you 🫵If you’re a highly sensitive, awakening soul who’s feeling lost in a fog of doubt, overwhelm, or that nagging sense of “What the heck am I supposed to be doing with my life?”…this episode is for you.Alice was exactly where you are. And she found her way forward. You can, too.Listen to (or watch) this special bonus episode to hear her transformation, and to feel what’s possible for you, too.And here’s the wild part…Alice experienced this before I even added the newest upgrades to my ROOTRISE Coaching Program.That’s right, her transformation happened without the deeper somatic tools I’ve now integrated 🥰.Now, imagine what’s possible for you, with…✅ Somatic-based coaching to release stored emotional blocks from the body✅ Nervous system healing so change actually sticks✅ Personalised strategies to help you integrate your awakening into real-world action💡 If Alice found clarity without these additions, just imagine what’s possible now.Ready to explore what’s next?📩 Click here to book an Insight CallBut first, listen to Alice’s story. You might just hear echoes of your own journey, and realise that you are not alone, and that change really is possible!With so much loveNathan (I’ll never stop signing off as though I’m sending you letters. Old school 😁)🎶 PS: listen towards the end for the super powerful story of the impact that having her own custom heart song has had in Alice’s Life (and I share the song itself at the end of the episode!) Get full access to We Are Already Free with Nathan Maingard at wearealreadyfree.substack.com/subscribe

Ever felt like you're faking it - trying to fit in somewhere you're supposed to belong, but it just feels... off? Dan J. Berger, author of The Quest, reveals how understanding your unique belonging archetype can transform your experience of connection and community. Discover practical tools to move beyond surface-level relationships and find genuine belonging in a world of performative connection.About Dan J. BergerDan J. Berger is the author of The Quest: The Definitive Guide to Finding Belonging and founder/CEO of Assemble Hospitality Group, a boutique chain of corporate retreat centers. He previously founded and led Social Tables, an event-planning software platform, which he sold to Blackstone-owned Cvent in 2018 for $100 million. Through his personal journey from childhood trauma to entrepreneurial success, Dan has developed practical frameworks for finding authentic belonging.Topics CoveredThe true definition of belonging and why most advice misses the markThe four belonging archetypes and how to find yoursFive essential skills for developing "belonging intelligence"The five C's test for evaluating your belonging fuel and how this can help youStay to the end for Dan's philosophical take on what it means to be "already free" through the lens of determinism versus free willResourcesTake the Belonging Archetype QuizGet Dan's book: "The Quest: The Definitive Guide to Finding Belonging"Learn about Assemble Hospitality Group: Urban retreat centers for corporate teamsConnect with Dan: danjberger.com🧠 Trapped in the Scroll? Break Free in 21 DaysFeeling scattered, depleted, and disconnected? You're not alone! Our participants report dramatic mental clarity and renewed energy within just one week.The FREE 21-Day Dopamine Detox Challenge helps you:😌 Transform anxiety into calm presence⚡️ Convert wasted hours into creative energy🎯 Replace mindless scrolling with purposeful action💫 Reconnect with what truly matters to youJoin a supportive community ready to welcome you at alreadyfree.me/resetStart your FREE transformation today → Your future self will thank you.Support yourself, the planet, and this podcast (affiliate links)Heal chronic pain with Fascia Flow: https://alreadyfree.me/flowPowerful medicines which support the sovereignty of indigenous peoples at https://alreadyfree.me/fourvisionsmarket (use discount code ALREADYFREE15 for 10% off your first purchase)Get my absolute fav Kettlebells with a 10% discount: https://alreadyfree.me/kettlebellLiberate your birth with The Complete Guide to FreebirthConnect & Review The PodcastPlease take a moment to leave a review Get full access to We Are Already Free with Nathan Maingard at wearealreadyfree.substack.com/subscribe

There's a hidden epidemic which is leading to low fertility, plummeting sex drives, and dull humans – the low testosterone epidemic! Shockingly, this affects both men and women (yes, women need way more testosterone than they realise, so listen for more on that later)!Welcome back to 'We Are Already Free,' the podcast empowering down-to-earth seekers to feel, heal, and grow a more beautiful world. Join your host, Nathan Maingard, and guests that inspire and empower you with the tools, medicines, and practices you can use to remember that we are already free.Introducing today's expert guest, Dr. Thomas P Seager, CEO of the Morozko Ice Bath, and a leading light in the world of cold water therapy. His groundbreaking work offers a natural and invigorating approach to tackling this epidemic. Dr. Seager's insights into the rejuvenating power of cold immersion therapy have transformed lives, offering hope and tangible results where modern medicine often falls short.Today, we're not just discussing cold showers; we're unveiling a powerful, natural tool to combat low testosterone levels, a tool that's as effective for women as it is for men. So, prepare to be chilled and thrilled as we explore this icy path to enhanced sexual health, fertility, and so much more.We're diving into these topics:Boosting Testosterone with Cold Immersion for both men and women (and why women need more testosterone than they generally realise)How Cold Immersion can improve Sexual Health and FertilityHow cold exposure can help regulate thyroid function.Thomas’s remarkable and accidental discovery of how following cold immersion with exercise can lead to huge hormonal and physical benefits.The benefits of cold immersion for pregnant women, including pain reliefAnd more…Discover More from Dr. SeagerDr. Seager's website has so much good informationFollow Dr. Seager on Instagram for inspiring success stories and moreRise and Shine with the 5 Day Morning Practice ChallengeBeat the exhausting morning snooze and scroll cycle, and revitalize your mornings. Join my '5 Day Morning Practice Challenge' to transform your mornings and awaken yourself. Sign up here and start your journey towards a more aligned day.Revitalise your mornings at alreadyfree.me/yesConnect with Nathan MaingardMore Enlightening EpisodesFollow me on InstagramVisit my Website Get full access to We Are Already Free with Nathan Maingard at wearealreadyfree.substack.com/subscribe