All of us aspire to attain freedom in one form or another, but for most of us, we craft our idea of freedom based on an expected set of circumstances - time, money, power, environment, relationships, and more.

The trouble with this approach is that circumstances are subject to change and inevitably lead to disappointment.  Freedom through acquisition of circumstances can never truly deliver on its promise, at least not in any sustainable way.

In this episode, Thom sets you free from this paradigm and shows you that freedom is truly an "inside job." You already have everything you need to experience freedom in its purest form.  

Beneath all our layers of unrealistic expectations is a sense of freedom that cannot be given to us, nor can it be taken away.  It's our job to learn how to uncover the freedom that lies deep within all of us.

Episode Highlights: 

[00:34] Freedom. Nirvana. Liberation.

[01:59] Nature's Way

[04:21] True Freedom

[07:41] Mistaken Identity

[10:11] Fear-Based Administration

[14:59] Self Realization Inspires True Freedom

[17:17] Spontaneous Right Action

[20:15] A Matter of Practice - Vedic Meditation

[23:07] Three Fields of Life

[26:39] The Mantra - A Mental Vehicle to Effortless Being

[31:55] Liberation From Outcome-Oriented Awareness

[34:35] Meeting the Need of the Time

[38:25] You Can’t Import Happiness

[42:01] Regular Experience Makes the Difference

[43:33] Established in Being, Perform Action

[45:29] Dye Hard - How to Stop Happiness From Fading Away

[53:16] Cosmic Consciousness - All-Inclusive Awareness
 

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Registration is now open for Thom’s only rounding retreat for 2026, in Sedona from May 21-25.

This is your one and only opportunity this year for deep rest, stress release and consciousness expansion through industrial-strength meditation, along with twice-daily knowledge sessions with Thom.

You’ll enjoy delicious retreat-friendly meals and the beauty and healing powers of the Red Rocks of Sedona. 

Register before February 28th and you’ll save $500 on your retreat fee. 

You can find out more at thomknoles.com/sedona.