In this rebroadcast episode of Must I Evolve?, Andrew H. Housley invites you to pause the hustle and reconnect with grounded presence. Drawing from timeless Zen wisdom and soul-level clarity, Andrew asks a profound question: Are you merely sustaining the cycle of the daily grind, or are you awakening within it?
With a blend of humor, insight, and mindful awareness, this episode offers three essential questions and three transformative practices that help you cultivate more than just financial success, inviting depth, peace, and true presence into your life.
🔔 Tune in now to redefine what wealth really means and start living with intention and calm.
Have we traded our gut instinct for glowing screens and curated content?
In this episode of Must I Evolve?, Andrew dives into what it means to feel lost—and why that might be precisely what you need. From brain science to Zen wisdom, you'll discover how moments of disorientation can actually reawaken your intuition, reshape your neural pathways, and restore deep trust in yourself.
🌿 Backed by:
• Dr. Tara Swart on neuroplasticity & resilience
• A groundbreaking study on algorithmic over-reliance from Nature Human Behaviour
• Timeless Zen parables and reflections from Dōgen
🍓 Plus: You'll hear the Zen parable of the tiger, the cliff, and the perfect strawberry—yes, it’s as profound (and delicious) as it sounds.
💡 If you’ve ever felt pulled in too many directions, this episode is your gentle nudge to come back home—to your own knowing.
📲 Tap play, take a walk, and let’s reconnect with what’s already inside you.
On this episode of Must I Evolve?, Andrew H. Housley explores the overlooked trap of spiritual outsourcing—placing our healing, clarity, and growth into the hands of gurus, systems, or communities. Drawing from personal insight and ancient wisdom, he unpacks the emotional need behind our dependency on spiritual authority and reveals how to reclaim your sovereignty. Featuring the provocative teaching, “If you meet the Buddha on the road, kill him,” this is a call to radical presence, not passive following.—#mustievolve #innerpower #growthjourney #mindfulpresence #spiritualsovereignty
What if letting go wasn’t a loss, but a transformation? In this reflective episode, we dive into the ancient spiritual wisdom of impermanence. With teachings from the Buddha, Patanjali, Zen masters, and the Tao, you’ll learn how to move through change with grace, purpose, and peace.This is a journey through grief, growth, and the beauty of falling like autumn leaves—guided by breath, mindfulness, and the rhythms of nature.🌬️ Let go. Let it change. Let yourself evolve.
Are affirmations helping you evolve—or are they subtly holding you back?
In this episode of Must I Evolve?, Andrew H. Housley explores how feel-good mantras like “I am enough” can mask deeper unresolved truths. Through a Zen perspective, we uncover why constant repetition may be a form of spiritual bypassing, disconnecting us from authentic presence and true healing.
Ditch the performance. Embrace the pause. This microlearning moment invites you into stillness, honest inquiry, and real inner transformation.
#mustievolve #microlearning #mindfulpresence #innerpeace #growthmindset #zen #selfinquiry #consciousliving #now #affirmation
Do you ever feel like you're rushing your own growth, pushing for clarity, peace, or purpose before it’s ready to bloom?In this reflective episode, Andrew H. Housley explores the ancient fable of the goose that laid golden eggs and how it reveals a deep truth about your spiritual journey: transformation takes time. Learn why the soul blossoms in silence, and how patience becomes the sacred tool to unearth the inner gold already waiting inside you.You'll also hear a Zen parable that shifts the way we think about effort, urgency, and trust in the process.✨ What’s the “gold” in your soul right now? Let us know in the comments.🧘♀️ For mindful souls, spiritual seekers, and those learning to slow down and listen inward.🔔 Subscribe for weekly spiritual storytelling, Zen wisdom, and personal evolution.👍 Like if this reminded you to breathe.#SoulGrowth #Mindfulness #SpiritualJourney #ZenWisdom #SelfDiscovery #GoldenEggs #SpiritualPatience #spiritualintelligence #spiritualseasons #microlearning #selfimprovementjourney #spiritualgrowth #positivecoping #selfimprovementpodcast
Let’s be honest—life can feel like a loop: eat, work, scroll, sleep, repeat.
But what if one brutally honest question could snap you out of it?
In this episode of No Expectations / Must I Evolve?, Andrew H. Housley reflects on a raw, unforgettable quote from Zen master Kodo Sawaki: “Do you eat so you can take a sh*t?” It’s not a joke—waking up is a challenge. We unpack what this question really means for our habits, our purpose, and how we can move from unconscious routine to intentional living.
No fluff. No spiritual bypassing. Just one question and a whole new way to see your day.
🎙️ Let’s break the loop.
🌀 Let’s get uncomfortable.
💭 Let’s evolve—without expectations.
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#noexpectationspodcast #zen #mindfulness #authenticliving #kodosawaki #breakthecycle #selfawareness #intentionality #autopilotlife #wakeupliving #deepquestions
Is your mind cluttered? Your spirit heavy? You’re not alone. This episode explores how letting go—intentionally, courageously—can become the most regenerative act of your life. Inspired by nature’s practice of controlled burns, we look at how releasing the overgrown parts of ourselves clears the path for new growth.
✨ From ancient Zen wisdom to soulful storytelling, you’ll learn:
🔥 Why letting go is not failure—but preparation
🌾 What needs to be cleared in your inner landscape
🧘🏽♀️ How to release before life forces your hand
🌱 How ashes become fertile ground for reinvention
Whether you’re burning out, breaking cycles, or beginning again—this conversation holds space for your transformation.
💬 Quote to carry with you:
"To let go is not to abandon, but to begin again with clearer roots."
🎧 Available now on Spotify and everywhere you listen.
📺 Full video on YouTube @must-i-evolve
🔔 Follow, rate, and share with someone who needs a mindful reset.
#MustIEvolve #LettingGo #ControlledBurn #ZenWisdom #SpiritualPodcast #MindfulLiving #InnerPeace #GrowthJourney #EmotionalDeclutter #Transformation #NoExpectations
In this episode of Must I Evolve?, Andrew Housley explores the paradox of love—how our deepest affections can turn into quiet control. Through Zen fables, spiritual wisdom, and soul-searching stories, discover why letting go may be the purest form of love. Learn how to unclutch, love without attachment, and create space for what you cherish to thrive. Real love doesn’t build cages—it blesses freedom.#MustIEvolve #ZenWisdom #SpiritualGrowth #Mindfulness #LoveWithoutAttachment #LetGoToGrow #EmotionalFreedom #ThichNhatHanh #TEDTalkStyle #SoulfulPodcast
The mind is a time machine. But are you traveling with awareness… or just getting lost?In this TED-style reflection, we explore how spiritual time travel—into your past, your future, and your present—can either hold you back or evolve you.
You’ll hear:🧘 A Zen story about letting go🌀 Visualization to connect with your future self🌬️ A guided breath practice for the present moment🎶 A poetic lyric from The Church that says it all
This episode is your reminder that healing happens in the now. Presence is the portal.
🔗 Read the full piece on Medium: [Insert Medium link]💌 Subscribe & share if this resonates.
What if your most powerful growth happens in the middle of your hardest moments?
In this episode of Must I Evolve?, we explore the natural phenomenon of stress-induced flowering—a survival mechanism where plants bloom under extreme pressure—and how this mirrors the human spirit. Through science, metaphor, and a deeply personal story of watching my father’s emotional blooming in the face of death, we uncover how life’s most difficult seasons can awaken your true purpose.
🌸 Learn how to:
Transform stress into spiritual activation
Find clarity through emotional pressure
Bloom where you are planted—even in rocky soil
Turn vulnerability into legacy and love
If you’re navigating uncertainty, burnout, or grief, this episode is a poetic invitation to trust your timing, own your expression, and let your soul bloom through the fire.
✨ Don’t forget to subscribe, share, and leave a review if this moved something inside you.
#BloomInTheFire #MustIEvolve #StressInducedFlowering #SpiritualPodcast #HealingThroughNature #InnerBloom #PersonalGrowth #SpiritualAwakening
Feeling stuck? Spiritually lost? Like nothing is happening no matter how hard you try? You're not alone—and you're not failing.In this TED-style talk via the new MUST I EVOLVE? Podcast, Andrew explores the concept of spiritual hibernation—a natural, necessary phase of stillness that precedes real transformation. Drawing on Zen teachings, the parable of the bamboo, and timeless spiritual wisdom, this talk reveals why doing nothing is often the most powerful thing you can do.
✅ Learn why your “stuck” phase is secretly sacred✅ Understand the Zen approach to stillness, silence, and growth✅ Discover how to trust the unseen work of your soul🧘♂️ Featuring insights from Zen Buddhism, Taoism, and ancient yogic wisdom.👉 Whether you’re a seeker, a meditator, or someone navigating a quiet chapter of life—this is for you.🔔 Subscribe for more Zen-inspired guidance on inner peace, awareness, and spiritual growth.
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#SpiritualGrowth #ZenWisdom #TEDTalk #Mindfulness #Stillness #Buddhism #Enlightenment #NonDuality #PersonalDevelopment #Meditation
On this special post election episode of No Expectations, Jen and Andrew discuss contentment during times of uncertainty. Is it the key to longevity in this life?
On this episode of No Expectations, Jen & Andrew are joined by health & wellness coach Heidi Rendina of Fierce Grace Coaching to discuss a holistic approaching to living.
Jen & Andrew are back with a new episode of No Expectations. In this episode, they're discussing whether spirituality is real or just a money-making industry.
Andrew & Jen are back with a new episode of No Expectations!
In this episode, they discuss the recent tragedies in North Carolina and how to support our lives and the lives of others through compassion and the mind as a powerful time travel device.
Join Andrew and Jen in this enlightening episode of No Expectations, where the cosmic scales tip between spirituality and comedy. As they unravel the mysteries of karma, Andrew ponders whether his missing socks are a sign of past misdeeds, while Jen shares a rib-tickling tale of her hiking pole - an unexpected teacher of life's stickiest lessons. They'll explore karma's twists and turns, leaving you to wonder: is it fate, or just really bad luck that Jen's pole always finds the only mud puddle on the trail? Tune in!
Jen brings the big question to Andrew in this episode of No Expectations. What is the purpose of this life? Is life different than existence? The gang discusses a big topic in this short episode.
This episode of “No Expectations” delves into the profound realms of solitude and self-discovery. Drawing inspiration from Andrew's Medium article “The Solitary Journey of the Spirit,” we explore the nuanced differences between loneliness and aloneness and the transformative power of embracing solitude. Join us as we discuss how the solitary journey can lead to spiritual growth, personal enlightenment, and a deeper connection with the self. Tune in to uncover the treasures within our own company's quietude.
