Are you struggling to find peace in a world that feels increasingly chaotic? Do you scroll through social media feeling more anxious and overwhelmed with each passing minute? In this raw and intimate solo episode, Nathan shares his personal journey of coming full circle - from running away from his roots to finally coming home, both literally and metaphorically. Through story and song, he reveals how true peace isn't found in escaping chaos, but in learning to dance with it.

Welcome back to season 4 of the We Are Already Free podcast!

This is a special solo episode where Nathan weaves together music, storytelling, and practical wisdom to help you navigate life's storms while staying true to yourself. Perfect for sensitive souls feeling overwhelmed by the world's chaos and seeking a way to find stability without disconnecting from their hearts.

Topics Covered

• 00:13 - Exploring the Purpose of Our Existence

• 03:52 - The Journey of Homecoming

• 12:11 - Exploring Worthiness Through Music

• 17:42 - The Transformative Power of Fire

• 28:43 - Exploring Worthiness and Practices for Connection

• 36:43 - The Journey of Authenticity

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.

How do we navigate the balance between joy and pain in a world that often feels overwhelming? This episode dives deep into the transformative power of creativity and expression as a means to process our emotions and find hope amidst chaos. Nathan Maingard and his dear friend Roaman explore how art can serve as a healing tool, allowing us to channel our struggles into something beautiful and impactful. They discuss the importance of staying open to life and embracing our unique gifts, encouraging listeners to express themselves authentically, whether through music, writing, or other forms of creativity. With humour and heartfelt insights, they remind us that we are already free and that our true power lies in our ability to create and connect.

Who is Roaman?

Roaman, born Riccardo Vitalone in Rome, Italy, is a singer-songwriter and ‘artivist’ renowned for his uplifting blend of folk, reggae, hip hop, and medicine music. His soulful and thought-provoking lyrics aim to amplify joy and truth, serving as a global catalyst for positive change. Through his music, Roaman creates a doorway to the heart, offering a balm for the troubled mind and a testament to the power of music to heal and uplift. His latest album, “Stay Open to Life,” continues this mission, weaving melodies that inspire listeners to embrace both the beauty and challenges of life.

Links & Things:

• roamanmusic.com

• @roamanmusic on instagram

Listen to learn:

1. Why living with an open heart is both a challenge and a gift—and how to do it without losing yourself

2. How to transform pain into purpose using creativity as a healing tool.

3. Why embracing your unique gifts might be the most powerful way to make a difference in the world.

4. How to balance personal joy with the responsibility to care about the struggles of others.

5. Why creativity is one of the most accessible tools for emotional healing—and how to start your own journey.

6. How you can use your passion to find purpose and act on what truly matters to you.

7. Why letting go of societal expectations can lead to a more authentic and fulfilling life.

8. How to connect with your inner artist, even if you don’t think you’re creative.

Time Stamps:

• 00:12 - Finding Hope Amidst Overwhelm

• 01:07 - Navigating Joy and Pain: The Art of Balance

• 12:09 - Navigating Pain and Open-Heartedness

• 19:13 - The Complexity of Effective Action

• 30:20 - The Power of Authenticity and Connection

• 34:40 - A Turning Point in Life Choices

• 43:30 - The Journey of Self-Discovery

• 48:25 - The Courage to Change: Finding Your Purpose

• 55:55 - The Alchemy of Songwriting: Transmuting Pain into Joy

• 01:01:34 - The Artistic Process of Feeling and Expression

• 01:07:41 - The Transformation of Creativity

• 01:11:54 - The Healing Power of Art

• 01:18:15 - The Call for More Artists

• 01:25:51 - Empowerment and Hope in Challenging Times

• 01:28:23 - The Journey of Personal Transformation

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Get ready to discover the remarkable power of salt and how it can transform your health and well-being! Samantha Skyring, the CEO of Oryx Desert Salt, shares her incredible journey from a life-altering trek in the Namibian desert to creating a sustainable, healing salt brand that stands out in a world filled with processed alternatives. Samantha highlights how many of us are conditioned to believe that salt is harmful, yet the right kind of salt—like Oryx Desert Salt—can replenish our bodies and enhance our vitality. With a spirited conversation that dives into the mystical qualities of salt, she reveals the profound connection between our health and the earth's resources. Join us for a delightful and enlightening chat that inspires you to embrace the natural world and reclaim your freedom to thrive!

About Samantha Skyring: Samantha Skyring, the CEO of Oryx Desert Salt, shares her incredible journey from a life of indulgence to one of purpose and sustainability. Traveling in Namibia, she embarked on a transformative trek that not only altered her path but also led to the creation of a globally recognized brand focused on healing through salt. The episode delves into the deep relationship between salt and spirituality, highlighting its nutritional benefits, and dispelling myths about salt's dangers. Samantha explains how Oryx Desert Salt is harvested from pristine Kalahari salt pans, untouched by human hands, and enriched by elemental forces like thunderstorms. She emphasizes the importance of choosing natural, unprocessed salt over industrially refined options, which can deplete essential minerals from our bodies. With a cheeky sense of humor, she invites listeners to reconsider their dietary choices and embrace the healing power of salt, all while building a business that prioritizes integrity, community, and environmental sustainability.

Takeaways:

• Oryx Desert Salt is a renewable, sustainable source of high-frequency salt, promoting health.

• Salt is not the enemy; it’s a necessary mineral for our hydration and well-being.

• Changing your salt can have profound effects on your health and energy levels.

• The journey of self-discovery often leads to unexpected adventures, just like Samantha's trek.

• Integrating high-quality salt into your diet can improve your hydration and vitality.

• Rethinking the way we view salt can inspire deeper connections with our food.

Resources:

• Discover Oryx Desert Salt: Oryx Desert Salt

• Follow Samantha and Oryx Desert Salt on Instagram: @oryxdesertsalt

• Contact Nathan

• Connect with Nathan on Instagram: @nathanmaingard

Are you ready to find your tribe and transform isolation into a journey of real connection, healing, and personal freedom? Join me in this heartfelt solo episode as we dig into the power of community—the missing piece that could unlock a life of true belonging.

About This Episode: Why do so many of us feel like outsiders? In this episode, I get personal about the struggles of feeling disconnected and the profound change that comes when you find the people who truly see you. Tune in to explore what it means to create a “soul tribe” that allows you to be fully yourself. Because connection isn’t just a nice bonus—it’s an essential part of living a joyful, purposeful life.

Listen to This Episode for:

• The Power of Finding Your People: How connecting with those who align with your values can unlock a new sense of freedom and confidence.

• Breaking Out of Old Patterns: Tired of the self-doubt and loneliness? Let’s talk about how the right community can help you shed those old patterns.

• Living Authentically in Community: Tips on finding or building a circle that reflects who you really are—and celebrates it.

• Why Vulnerability Can Set You Free: Sharing the parts of yourself you usually hide is hard, but it can open doors to real belonging.

• Practical Ways to Connect with Like-Minded Souls: Ideas on where to find people who resonate with you and build the connections that support your journey.

Connect with Nathan Maingard:

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• Send a Voicenote

• Follow Nathan on Instagram

Disclaimer:This podcast is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional advice. Always seek guidance from qualified professionals with any questions regarding your mental, emotional, or physical health.

Are you struggling with imposter syndrome, financial scarcity, or feelings of self-doubt? Join me in this deeply personal episode as I open up about my own battles with these challenges and share my journey of navigating abundance, purpose, and authenticity.

About Nathan Maingard

Nathan Maingard is a transformational guide, musician, and host of the We Are Already Free podcast. With a passion for helping others reconnect with their authentic selves, Nathan brings together coaching, breathwork, songwriting, and storytelling to support people in their healing and personal growth. In this vulnerable solo episode, Nathan opens his heart, revealing the internal conflicts between living an abundant life while feeling unworthy and struggling with financial scarcity.

Listen to Learn:

• Facing Imposter Syndrome and Scarcity: Nathan’s personal struggle with feeling like a fraud despite external success and abundance, and how he continues to show up authentically.

• The Conflict Between Abundance and Self-Worth: Why living an abundant life doesn’t always equal feeling fulfilled or financially secure.

• Self-Forgiveness and Healing: How Nathan is learning to forgive himself for his perceived failures and lack, and why self-compassion is crucial for growth.

• Breaking the Cycle of Financial Scarcity: Nathan’s ongoing journey to create financial sustainability while staying true to his purpose and mission.

• Navigating Purpose and Alignment: Insights from Nathan’s recent retreats and coaching sessions where he found clarity in helping others, even as he continues his own healing.

Connect with Nathan Maingard:

• Explore more podcast episodes: We Are Already Free

• Connect on Instagram: @nathanmaingard

• Email me directly

• Send me a voicenote or DM on Whatsapp

Let’s Connect:

If you resonate with the topics shared in this episode or are in need of support in your own journey—whether through coaching, breathwork, songwriting, or building authentic online systems—I’d love to hear from you. Reach out to me directly via the links in the show notes, and let’s explore how I can support you in stepping into your purpose and navigating your path with greater ease.

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 provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition.

Are you ready to heal the earth, yourself, and move beyond the limitations of modern agriculture? Join me in this powerful episode as I sit down with Mollie Engelhart—chef, farmer, and regenerative pioneer—to explore her transformative journey from vegan restaurant owner to regenerative agriculture advocate.

About Mollie Engelhart

Mollie Engelhart is a passionate advocate for regenerative agriculture, chef, and owner of a formerly vegan restaurant which now provides ethical foods from regenerative sources. Mollie’s journey led her to realise that the modern agricultural system was deeply flawed, prompting her to adopt regenerative practices that nourish not only the land but also her own well-being. In this episode, she shares her personal journey, the powerful lessons she learned about the interconnectedness of life and death, and how regenerative living can create true sustainability.

Listen to Learn:

• The Radical Power of Regenerative Agriculture: How integrating animals into farming is key to regenerating soil and fostering ecosystem resilience.

• Why Modern Agriculture is Failing Us: Mollie’s realisation of why monocrops, chemical farming, and a disconnection from natural cycles are harming both people and the planet.

• Gut Health and Soil Health: Discover how the soil microbiome is intimately connected to our health, including mental well-being.

• From Veganism to Regeneration: Mollie’s transition away from veganism, and the insights that inspired her shift toward a holistic, life-affirming way of farming.

• A Profound Plant Medicine Story: Towards the end, Mollie shares a powerful experience involving plant medicines, birth, and the deep wisdom of nature—it’s an emotional journey not to be missed.

• Practical Steps for Supporting Regenerative Agriculture: Mollie shares how listeners can help farmers embrace regenerative practices, even without land or farming experience.

Connect with Mollie Engelhart:

• Sovereignty Ranch

• Sovereignty Ranch on Instagram

• Mollie Engelhart on Instagram

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Are you trapped in the endless cycle of hustle, constantly striving to heal more, make more, or learn more...but never feeling truly fulfilled? Whether you're a professional, healer, creative, or parent, today’s episode will give you the tools to break free of this painful cycle!

Join me as I sit down with Theresa Lear Levine, EFT Master Practitioner, hypnotherapist, and bestselling author, to explore how slowing down, embracing pleasure, and connecting with your authentic self is the key to real success. Theresa shares her journey from overwhelm and burnout to living in alignment, offering practical insights that can help you stop pushing so hard and start thriving in your personal and professional life.

About Theresa Lear Levine:

Theresa is the founder of Becoming More Me, a coaching and healing platform for professional women who are ready to reclaim their power, ditch anxiety, and manifest their desires. She integrates Emotional Freedom Techniques (EFT), hypnotherapy, nervous system regulation, and the law of attraction to help her clients transform their lives by shedding limiting beliefs and expanding their consciousness.

Listen to Learn:

1. How prioritising pleasure over hustle can lead to greater success and fulfilment.

2. The importance of nervous system regulation in overcoming high-functioning anxiety and ADHD.

3. Why slowing down and "being" more, rather than "doing" more, is the key to aligned success.

4. Simple, actionable tools like EFT and hypnotherapy to manage overwhelm and stress.

5. How to connect with your true self and live in flow, no matter how busy life gets.

Resources:

• Connect with Theresa Lear Levine on Instagram

• Becoming More Me - Website

• Grab Theresa’s bestselling book: Becoming More Me

Connect with Nathan Maingard:

• Explore more podcast episodes

• Say hi via email

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• Join Nathan's free Root & Rise session

Feeling stressed, stuck in chronic pain, or out of sync with your body? In today’s episode, we dive into the transformative power of breath and fascia to help you unlock deep healing and flow. Join me as I chat with Brooke McPoyle, founder of Musical Breathwork, to explore how aligning your breath with your fascia can help you move from stress and pain to joyful, empowered living. Whether you’ve tried everything and are still searching for answers or you’re looking to deepen your connection to your body, this episode is a must-listen.

About Brooke McPoyle:

Brooke McPoyle is the founder of Musical Breathwork, where she combines her expertise in breathwork, fascia release, and live music to create a unique healing experience. With years of experience teaching breathwork in group settings, Brooke has developed a powerful method to help individuals calm their nervous systems, release trauma stored in fascia, and drop into states of deep relaxation and healing. Her approach is particularly effective for those struggling with stress, anxiety, or chronic pain, empowering people to reconnect with their bodies and live in alignment with their true selves.

Listen to Learn:

1. How breathwork and fascia work together to relieve stress and chronic pain, and help you drop into a deeper state of relaxation.

2. The role of breath in calming the nervous system, improving your emotional resilience, and enhancing your performance under pressure.

3. Why aligning your breath with fascia release can transform stored trauma and tension in the body into a state of flow and joy.

4. Simple techniques Brooke shares for integrating breath and fascia release into your daily routine to improve overall well-being.

5. How these practices can support you in moving through pain and stress to reconnect with your authentic self and true health.

Resources:

• Brooke McPoyle and Musical Breathwork on Instagram

• Musical Breathwork Website

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• Say hi via email

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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.

Feeling like distractions are constantly pulling you away from your true self? In today’s solo episode, I’m sharing a simple, powerful tool that can help you manage distractions and connect more deeply with who you really are. The 10-Minute Rule is a transformative practice that allows you to pause, reflect, and realign when life feels chaotic and overwhelming. If you’ve ever struggled with staying focused, or if you find yourself constantly pulled into the vortex of distractions, this episode is for you.

Listen to Learn:

1. How distractions can become an opportunity to connect with your authentic self.

2. The power of The 10-Minute Rule in creating mindfulness and self-awareness.

3. Why the urge to distract yourself is often tied to deeper emotions like stress or fear.

4. Practical steps to use this tool in your everyday life to overcome distractions and live with intention.

5. How mastering your distractions can lead to living in alignment with your values and true self.

Connect with Nathan Maingard:

• Listen to more episodes

• Send me a message via email

• Connect with me on Instagram

• Sign up for a free Root & Rise session

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

Feeling disconnected, anxious, or overwhelmed, too many thoughts spinning in your mind...which just makes it all worse? In today’s episode, we dive deep into the world of somatic practices to help you unlock the hidden wisdom in your body. Join me as I chat with Matthew T. Cooke, founder of Body-Based Breakthrough, to explore how aligning your mind, body, and emotions can lead to profound personal transformation. By tuning into the signals your body is sending, you can reduce stress, overcome imposter syndrome, and start living in greater alignment with your authentic self. If you’re ready to experience life from a more grounded and authentic place, this episode is for you.

About Matthew T. Cooke:

Matthew T. Cooke is the founder of Body-Based Breakthrough, a 3-month somatic coaching certification program. With over 15 years of experience in leadership coaching, Matthew has worked with leaders from companies like Apple, SpaceX, and Google to help them achieve more without burning out. His trauma-informed, somatic approach integrates neuroscience and nervous system regulation, guiding individuals to reconnect with their bodies, reduce anxiety, and live in alignment with their authentic selves.

Listen to Learn:

1. How to identify and understand the signals your body sends you during moments of stress or overwhelm.

2. The transformative power of somatic practices in reducing burnout and increasing emotional resilience.

3. Simple tools and techniques you can implement today to start reconnecting with your authentic self and body’s wisdom.

4. How somatic coaching can help you overcome imposter syndrome and foster sustainable personal growth.

5. The role of nervous system regulation in achieving clarity and making decisions that are aligned with your authentic self.

Resources:

• Matthew T. Cooke and Body-Based Breakthrough on Instagram

• Body-Based Breakthrough Website

Connect with Nathan Maingard:

• Enjoy another episode

• Say hi via email

• Connect on Instagram

• Sign up for a free Root & Rise session

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