No Expectations

Andrew H. Housley & Jen S.

This podcast was born from years of coffee shop discussions on yoga, zen, finding yourself on a spiritual path, and everything beyond. The universe aligned our paths via a yoga studio where Andrew was teaching, and Jen was a new student, just a few short weeks before the world shut down in the wake of covid19. From small group online yoga classes to meeting at parks and outside coffee shops, our student/teacher relationship developed into a friendship that developed into creative collaborators. Our conversations circle around the many aspects of being on a spiritual journey. Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/noexpectationspodcast/support read less
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Questions & Answers About Meditation
6d ago
Questions & Answers About Meditation
Andrew answers common questions about meditation with our special guest Sujata. Send your questions to us https://www.noexpectations.me/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/noexpectationspodcast/support
Questions & Answers About Meditation
6d ago
Questions & Answers About Meditation
Andrew answers common questions about meditation with our special guest Sujata. Send your questions to us https://www.noexpectations.me/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/noexpectationspodcast/support
The Four Types of Horses
May 10 2023
The Four Types of Horses
In this episode, Andrew discusses the four types of horses related to our minds. The story serves as a metaphorical tool to convey these teachings and inspire practitioners on their spiritual path. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/noexpectationspodcast/support
Reset
May 3 2023
Reset
Jen and Andrew enter the studio again after some time off to discuss coming back from falling off the path. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/noexpectationspodcast/support
Kleshas: 5 Roadblocks in Our Spiritual Journey
Apr 5 2023
Kleshas: 5 Roadblocks in Our Spiritual Journey
In this episode, Andrew discusses the five roadblocks that can impede our spiritual path. We must first recognize the ties that bind us. Kleshas - negative mental states or afflictions that arise from ignorance and lead to suffering and delusion. Read more: https://www.noexpectations.me/post/freedom-from-the-bondage-of-the-human-condition --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/noexpectationspodcast/support
Burn Out: Warning Signs & Ways to Manage It
Mar 29 2023
Burn Out: Warning Signs & Ways to Manage It
Every one of us suffers from burnout, whether it be work, family, or spiritual practices. In this episode, we discuss warning signs and ways to help manage burnout. Find self-care strategies that can help you fight burnout. If you want to recharge and find balance in your life, you need good ways to remove yourself from your work. Read more about Burnout on our blog https://www.noexpectations.me/post/burnout-warning-signs-ways-to-manage-it --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/noexpectationspodcast/support
Living with No Expectations
Mar 9 2023
Living with No Expectations
Is it possible to live without expectations? Or make our histories and need for constant control get in the way of living free? Andrew and Jen discuss the topic from a coffee shop near you. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/noexpectationspodcast/support
Contentment
Mar 2 2023
Contentment
In this episode of No Expectations, they discuss the idea of contentment. Jen rips Andrew for his speed hike style while Andrew riffs on the thought that a content lifestyle is like waves on the ocean.  --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/noexpectationspodcast/support
What Is Yoga? Part II - Asanas
Feb 15 2023
What Is Yoga? Part II - Asanas
In part two of "What Is Yoga?" we discuss the asanas, the physical component of the yogic discipline. Is there too much emphasis given to this limb of Yoga in modern western culture? --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/noexpectationspodcast/support
What Is Yoga? Part I - Yamas & Niyamas
Feb 1 2023
What Is Yoga? Part I - Yamas & Niyamas
We discuss the broad and intricate topic of what is Yoga and what it isn't. Topics include the Yoga Sutras of Patanjali, the eight limbs of yoga, and having a deeper conversation about the yamas and niyamas. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/noexpectationspodcast/support
What Is Spirituality?
Jan 18 2023
What Is Spirituality?
Andrew & Jen discuss the difficult question of what is spirituality. Let's start by defining it and go from there. As always, no expectations. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/noexpectationspodcast/support
Gratitude
Jan 11 2023
Gratitude
Andrew & Jen tackle the difficult topic of gratitude in this episode. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/noexpectationspodcast/support
Compassion
Jan 11 2023
Compassion
What is compassion? How can we access inside ourselves to help end suffering in others? We'll discuss it in episode 3. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/noexpectationspodcast/support
Don't Try
Jan 11 2023
Don't Try
In this episode, we discuss not trying on our spiritual journey. Can that work? --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/noexpectationspodcast/support
New Year's Resolutions - Meditation
Jan 5 2023
New Year's Resolutions - Meditation
In this episode, Jen and Andrew discuss habits and routines for 2023. Music by: New Trainers with Chinese Tongues (A. Housley) --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/noexpectationspodcast/support