The Free Man Day is built around the successful book LOST, Not Broken. Working through the archetypes of a man to become 'The Free Man’.

Date: Saturday, 19th September 2026 Time: 9:30 AM – 4:00PM

Limited spaces available – book early to avoid disappointment

About the Event

The day is built around the 4 Archetypes of a man from the The Free Man - Lost, Not Broken Book. Each archetype is explained, worked through and supported to help men on a journey to become 'The Free Man'.

This Men’s Day at The Healing Space in magical #Exeter is your opportunity to immerse yourself in a day of personal growth, healing, and shared experience. Whether you’re new to retreats or a returning brother, all men are welcome – no prior experience needed.

What to Expect

You’ll be guided through a dynamic, supportive journey designed to understand each archetype, what causes you to be there, and how to effectively move through them to become 'The Free Man'.

The day includes:

🌀 Opening Circle & Intention Setting

🍫 Cacao Ceremony

🕊️ TRE (Tension & Trauma Release Exercises)

❄️ Ice Bath Experience with Breathwork Prep

🥗 Nourishing Lunch

🌬️ Breathwork Journey

📖 Reflection & Journaling Circle

This is more than a day - it’s a space to break down walls, support one another, and walk away feeling stronger, lighter, and more connected to yourself.

Who is it for?

It is open to men of all backgrounds and experiences who are looking for:

A space to slow down and reconnect

Tools to release tension and emotional blocks

A supportive community of like-minded men

Guidance on building emotional resilience and positive masculinity

Just bring an open heart, a willingness to take part, and comfortable clothes—you’ll be met where you are.

What’s Included

✅ Fully guided day ✅ Lunch and refreshments ✅ Access to all practices (ice bath, breathwork, etc.) ✅ Support from experienced facilitators ✅ Journal and pen provided

What to Bring

Comfortable clothes for movement and warmth

Swimwear and towel (for the ice bath)

Refillable water bottle

A change of clothes (optional)

An open mind and heart

Booking Info

Spaces are limited to ensure an intimate and safe group experience. Early booking is advised.

Reserve your space today and join us for a day of letting go, grounding, and growing together.

Meet your guides:

James Lambert - Founder, The Free Man

Formerly a Global Director of Talent Acquisition in a FTSE 250 company, who appeared to have it all, yet behind the success was battling inner turmoil that led to broken relationships, financial struggles, and hitting rock bottom in 2020. That crisis sparked a deep personal journey of rebuilding from the inside out, drawing on tools such as cold water therapy, meditation, and energetic work to rediscover joy, faith, and purpose.

Leaving the corporate world behind, he now uses his experiences, insights, and healing practices to help men remove their masks, face their inner battles, and create lives of authentic happiness and meaning.

Author of 'The Free Man - Lost, Not Broken' Book, one that is written from lived experience that helps to guide men through 4 different artchetypes of a man (Hollow Man, Driven Man, Rising Man, Free Man). This book forms the foundation of the day and takes people on a personal journey through each of them.

Matt Young - Mr Mind

Born in Kent, Matt's early years were shaped by adventure and change. After living in Canada during his childhood, his family returned to the UK and settled in East Sussex, where he passed his 11+ and attended grammar school. Despite not enjoying the academic environment, Matt thrived in village life, forming lasting friendships that continue today.

At 17, Matt pursued his passion for cars, working his way from a parts department role at a local garage into car sales—what he describes as his "dream job." However, that same year brought upheaval when his parents divorced. The experience of feeling caught in the middle, despite being nearly an adult, would profoundly shape his understanding of family dynamics and emotional resilience.

In 2016, Matt faced his own divorce—a crisis that forced him to confront his mental health and emotional wellbeing. In April 2017, he bravely shared his struggle on Facebook, acknowledging the masks he'd been wearing and the false reassurances he'd been giving others that he was "fine." That moment of vulnerability marked a turning point.

Today, Matt is an advocate for men's mental health and emotional honesty. He speaks openly about the danger of holding pain inside and the importance of acknowledging when you're not okay. Drawing from personal experience, he encourages men to seek support and "do the work" of healing—not for others, but for themselves. Matt's message is clear: vulnerability isn't weakness, and asking for help is the first step toward genuine recovery.

Now running multiple businesses that support everyone with their own personal challenges, they are The Journaling Guy, Who Needs Instructions and Mr Mind.

Steve Pavis -

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