By Nathan Maingard | Authentic Self Guide
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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.
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Join the 5-Day Morning Practice Challenge
Ready to align with the energy you need to create positive change? The 5-Day Morning Practice Challenge is the perfect next step. Mollie reminded us today about the importance of nurturing our resilience—and this challenge is all about building that resilience, starting with just a few minutes each morning.
Take Adrien’s story, for instance: he joined the challenge when he was waking up in a frustrated fog every day. After just five days, Adrien felt more peaceful, motivated, and confident. The key difference? Simplicity, accessibility, and deep support—transforming his mornings from stress to self-love.
Sign up for free and let’s build a resilient, joyful life together!
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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.
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.
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Ready to reset your mind, step away from distractions, and create more space for purpose and clarity? The 21-Day Dopamine Detox Challenge is the perfect next step for anyone inspired by Samantha’s journey of intentional, grounded living. This challenge will help you break free from the endless cycle of distraction and overstimulation. Each day, you’ll receive tools to reconnect with yourself, establish boundaries with technology, and build habits that nourish a more peaceful, purpose-driven life. Adrien Boisseau shares: “This challenge helped me step away from my constant need for screens. I feel more peaceful, more connected, and more present in my life.” If you’re ready to shift your focus to what really matters, click here to join and start creating a life of alignment and intention.
About We Are Already Free Welcome to We Are Already Free, the podcast for conscious misfits who are ready to be part of the solution. I’m Nathan Maingard, your host, and each week, we explore what it means to live authentically, find our tribe, and build meaningful, beautiful lives together. Through deep conversations with inspiring guests, we uncover the wisdom and practical tools needed to break free from the mainstream narrative, align with our true nature, and live with purpose. If you’re ready to shift from fear to empowerment and from isolation to community, you’re in the right place.
Disclaimer: This podcast is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
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.
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If this episode strikes a chord, Already Free Academy is the next step. This community of conscious misfits and freedom-seekers is here to support you as you find your path, build meaningful connections, and explore what it means to live authentically. Inside, you’ll find resources, live gatherings, and a network of people who get where you’re coming from and where you want to go.
Imagine a space where you don’t have to hide or explain yourself—a place that nurtures your growth and joy every step of the way. The Academy could be just what you’ve been looking for.
Join us today and start creating the connections that make all the difference: alreadyfree.me/academy
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.
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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.
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Join the 5-Day Morning Practice Challenge
Ready to align with the energy you need to create positive change? The 5-Day Morning Practice Challenge is the perfect next step. Mollie reminded us today about the importance of nurturing our resilience—and this challenge is all about building that resilience, starting with just a few minutes each morning.
Take Adrien’s story, for instance: he joined the challenge when he was waking up in a frustrated fog every day. After just five days, Adrien felt more peaceful, motivated, and confident. The key difference? Simplicity, accessibility, and deep support—transforming his mornings from stress to self-love.
Sign up for free and let’s build a resilient, joyful life together!
https://alreadyfree.me/yes
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 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.
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Join the 5-Day Morning Practice Challenge
Are you ready to bring more ease, flow, and joy into your mornings? The 5-Day Morning Practice Challenge is the perfect next step for anyone looking to integrate the lessons from today’s episode into their daily routine.
This challenge offers simple, powerful practices that take just a few minutes each morning. Whether you’re battling self-doubt, burnout, or high-functioning anxiety, these tools will help you regulate your nervous system, get grounded, and start each day with clarity and intention.
As Adrien Boisseau shared after completing the challenge:
"I felt hopeless and incapable of change... but Nathan’s challenge helped me love myself and switch from self-judging to self-accepting. Now, I feel more peaceful, motivated, and confident. It’s simple, accessible, and totally worth it!"
Ready to transform your mornings? Click here to sign up and start creating a life of peace, purpose, and pleasure.
About We Are Already Free
Welcome to We Are Already Free, the podcast for conscious misfits who are done worrying about how bad it is out there, and are ready to be part of the solution. I’m Nathan Maingard, your host, and each week, we explore what it means to live authentically, find our tribe, and create meaningful, beautiful lives together. Through deep conversations with inspiring guests, we uncover the wisdom and practical tools needed to break free from the mainstream narrative, align with our true nature, and live with purpose. If you’re ready to shift from fear to empowerment, and from isolation to community, you’re in the right place.
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 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.
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Reconnect with your authentic self through a Root & Rise session, a free coaching experience, valued at $250, and designed to help you uncover what’s holding you back and map out a path forward. This is a limited-time offer for the first three people who apply, so don’t wait! Sign up here to book your session and start your journey toward living in alignment with your true self.
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.
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Discover Your Authentic Self with a Free Root & Rise Session
https://alreadyfree.me/rootrise
Feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure of your next step?
Reconnect with your authentic self through a Root & Rise session, a free one-on-one coaching experience designed to help you uncover what’s holding you back and guide you toward alignment with your true self. This limited-time offer is available for the first three people who apply, so don’t wait! Sign up here to book your session and take that first step toward freedom and personal mastery.
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.
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Discover Your Authentic Self with a Free Root & Rise Session
https://alreadyfree.me/rootrise
Feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure of your next step?
Reconnect with your authentic self through a Root & Rise session, a free coaching experience designed to help you uncover what’s holding you back and map out a path forward. This is a limited-time offer for the first three people who apply, so don’t wait! Sign up here to book your session and start your journey toward living in alignment with your true self.
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.
Explore the importance of authenticity and how our conditioning often compel us to hide our true selves, which only leads to isolation, pain, and regret.
Nathan Maingard shares personal reflections on staying joyful amidst challenges and emphasises the significance of being true to oneself. Listeners are encouraged to ponder what it means to be authentic in their lives and take steps towards embodying their true selves. This episode serves as a heartfelt reminder not to wait until it's too late to live authentically.
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Nathan Maingard is a transformational guide, storyteller, and host of the We Are Already Free podcast. He’s passionate about helping misfits from the mainstream and deep thinkers to find their tribe, embrace their true selves, and live a life of freedom and fulfilment. Through personal stories and conversations with thought leaders, Nathan explores how we can all break free from societal conditioning and live a life that’s truly our own.
Connect with Nathan:If this episode resonated with you and you’re ready to start aligning with life's lessons, Nathan is here to support you. Join the journey of self-discovery and transformation by reaching out. Nathan’s here to help you uncover the teacher within and live your fullest life.
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Disclaimer: This podcast is here to inspire and support your journey, but it’s not a replacement for professional advice. Always consult with trusted mentors or professionals when making decisions about your personal growth. We’re here to share stories and insights, but your path is personal—take care of it with the guidance you deserve.
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