Thriving in the Space Between

The Intentional Single
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Thriving in the Space Between is a place for Catholic single and dating gals to be seen, known, loved on, and journeyed with.  We know you’re tired of feeling overlooked in your ache. Because holding onto hope while single and dating can be one of the most challenging things you’ve ever done. Get ready for countless gems on how to live a full and whole lifestyle, diving into dating, mindsets, hormones, theology, all the things!  We’re excited to journey alongside you, because this side of Heaven we never arrive! And we are with you on the journey! 

  1. 13H AGO

    The Comfort We Actually Need in Hard Seasons | Episode 113

    When someone we love is hurting, our instinct is often to fix it. To offer advice. To point to the bright side. To make the pain go away. But what if the comfort we actually need in hard seasons isn’t solutions — but presence? In this tender conversation, Meghan and Maria reflect on the healing power of simply being with one another in suffering. They explore why silence, empathy, and shared tears can be more transformative than the right words — and how learning to “hold space” is both a human and deeply spiritual invitation. If you’ve ever longed to feel seen in your pain — or wondered how to better love someone who is hurting — this episode is for you. ✨✨✨ Stay connected to TIS 💛 Want to take this conversation deeper? Our 3 most-loved workshops are always available—practical, healing, and Christ-centered. Start with one or bundle all three. [👉🏼 Explore the workshops] 🌸 Cycle Syncing with Flo Living We’re big fans. Track your cycle + get recipes, workouts, and insights that support your body’s rhythms.  [Use code TIS for your first month FREE.] 🌿 Wednesday Wellness & Wisdom (Free Newsletter) Every other week: faith + nervous system support + book recs + movement + little “life-giving” things. Subscribe if you want to actually look forward to Wednesdays. 👉🏼 Learn more about The Intentional Single Contact Maria + Meghan: hello@theintentionalsingle.com Stay in the know on all things TIS!

    20 min

  2. MAR 20

    The Dangerous Power of Identity Labels (and How to Break Free) | Episode 112

    In this honest conversation, Meghan and Maria talk about a pattern they’ve been seeing more and more among women: naming struggles as identity. Phrases like “I’m chronically single,” “I’m anxious,” or “I’m a perfectionist” may feel true — but when we claim them as who we are, they can quietly shape how we think, feel, and show up in our lives and relationships. Together, they explore the emotional, spiritual, and even neurological impact of identity beliefs — and offer a hopeful invitation to step out of shame-based labels and into the truth of who God says you are. If you’ve ever felt stuck in a story about yourself that feels heavy or permanent, this episode will help you create space for new hope, deeper healing, and a renewed way of seeing your current season.  ✨✨✨ Stay connected to TIS 💛 Want to take this conversation deeper? Our 3 most-loved workshops are always available—practical, healing, and Christ-centered. Start with one or bundle all three. [👉🏼 Explore the workshops] 🌸 Cycle Syncing with Flo Living We’re big fans. Track your cycle + get recipes, workouts, and insights that support your body’s rhythms.  [Use code TIS for your first month FREE.] 🌿 Wednesday Wellness & Wisdom (Free Newsletter) Every other week: faith + nervous system support + book recs + movement + little “life-giving” things. Subscribe if you want to actually look forward to Wednesdays. 👉🏼 Learn more about The Intentional Single Contact Maria + Meghan: hello@theintentionalsingle.com Stay in the know on all things TIS!

    33 min

  3. MAR 13

    Money Peace for Catholic Women: Stewardship, Budgeting, and a Fresh Start (with Amanda Texera from Wallet Win) Part 2 | Episode 111

    If Part 1 helped you rethink what money is for, Part 2 moves into the practical side of stewardship. In this continuation of our conversation with Amanda Texera, co-founder of Wallet Win, we talk about what it actually looks like to begin taking ownership of your finances in a simple, grounded way—without overwhelm and without needing to become a “money expert.” Amanda reminds us that financial peace doesn’t come from having a perfect system. It begins with turning on the lights—looking honestly at your money, creating awareness, and making small decisions that align with the life God is calling you to. We also talk about the real fears and resistance that come up for many women around money, and why those feelings are often the very place where freedom begins. If you’ve ever felt intimidated by budgeting, unsure where to start, or worried you’re already “behind,” this episode will give you both practical tools and a lot of reassurance: you can start small and still move toward peace. In this episode, we cover: Why budgeting often feels overwhelming—and how to simplify itPractical tools for getting started (apps, spreadsheets, and simple systems)The “forgotten expenses” that quietly derail most budgetsHow to close the gap between income and spendingThe difference between a side hustle and a side hassleWhy financial awareness builds confidence—not restrictionHow growing in stewardship now can bless your future marriage (or any vocation)Amanda’s resources + programs mentioned: Wallet Win: walletwin.comCatholic Money Academy: catholicmoneyacademy.comFree Budget Guide: catholicbudgetguide.com✨ If this episode gave you a practical next step, we’d love to hear it. Send us a message or email and tell us what one small step you’re planning to take this week. We're here cheering you on!  ✨✨✨ Stay connected to TIS 💛 Want to take this conversation deeper? Our 3 most-loved workshops are always available—practical, healing, and Christ-centered. Start with one or bundle all three. [👉🏼 Explore the workshops] 🌸 Cycle Syncing with Flo Living We’re big fans. Track your cycle + get recipes, workouts, and insights that support your body’s rhythms. [Use code TIS for your first month FREE.] 🌿 Wednesday Wellness & Wisdom (Free Newsletter) Every other week: faith + nervous system support + book recs + movement + little “life-giving” things. Subscribe if you want to actually look forward to Wednesdays. 👉🏼 Learn more about The Intentional Single Contact Maria + Meghan: hello@theintentionalsingle.com Stay in the know on all things TIS!

    33 min

  4. MAR 7

    Money Peace for Catholic Women: Stewardship, Budgeting, and a Fresh Start (with Amanda Texera from Wallet Win) Part 1 | Episode 110

    Money can feel like one of those topics that’s super heavy… even when you want to be a good steward. In Part 1 of this conversation, we sit down with Amanda Texera, co-founder of Wallet Win, to talk about money through a Catholic lens—without shame, without extremes, and without the “girlboss” energy that often leaves women feeling more stressed than before. Amanda shares her own story (including a very real honeymoon money moment 😅), how she and her husband became debt-free on a modest income, and why financial stewardship isn’t about control—it’s about freedom. Freedom to live with clarity, generosity, and the ability to say yes when God invites you somewhere new. If you’ve ever thought, “I’m just not good with money,” or “I’ll deal with this once I’m married,” we hope this episode feels like a deep exhale… and a loving invitation back into reality—where peace is possible. In this episode, we cover: Why money is emotionally loaded for so many women (and why you’re not alone)The two extremes we often see in the culture: avoidance vs. obsessionA Catholic definition of money: a resource entrusted to you by GodWhy money shouldn’t be the thing keeping you from saying yes to your vocationAmanda’s debt-free story—and what it taught her about unity, stewardship, and trustThe first foundational step toward financial peace: awarenessWhy budgeting is a path to peace (not punishment)Amanda’s resources + programs mentioned: Wallet Win: walletwin.comCatholic Money Academy: catholicmoneyacademy.comFree Budget Guide: catholicbudgetguide.com✨ If this episode stirred something in you, we’d love to hear it. Send us a message or email with your biggest takeaway—or the one money belief you’re ready to gently challenge. We're cheering for you!  ✨✨✨ Stay connected to TIS 💛 Want to take this conversation deeper? Our 3 most-loved workshops are always available—practical, healing, and Christ-centered. Start with one or bundle all three. [👉🏼 Explore the workshops] 🌸 Cycle Syncing with Flo Living We’re big fans. Track your cycle + get recipes, workouts, and insights that support your body’s rhythms. [Use code TIS for your first month FREE.] 🌿 Wednesday Wellness & Wisdom (Free Newsletter) Every other week: faith + nervous system support + book recs + movement + little “life-giving” things. Subscribe if you want to actually look forward to Wednesdays. 👉🏼 Learn more about The Intentional Single Contact Maria + Meghan: hello@theintentionalsingle.com Stay in the know on all things TIS!

    32 min

  5. FEB 27

    Holistic Health Without Being Woo Woo: Theology of the Body + Chiropractic Care with special guest Dr. Therese Northrop Part 2 | Episode 109

    In Part 2 of our conversation with Dr. Therese Northrop, we move from the why of holistic health into the deeply practical. If Part 1 helped you rethink the body-soul split, this episode helps you begin living differently inside your own body. We talk specifically about the nervous system — what it’s actually doing, why so many women feel constantly dysregulated, and how simple, faithful practices like breath and prayer can begin restoring peace from the inside out. Together, we explore: Why we’re designed to live primarily in rest + digest (not fight or flight)How chronic stress reshapes the body over timeWhat nervous system dysregulation actually looks like in daily lifeThe connection between breath, spirit (ruach), and regulationHow Scripture isn’t just spiritual encouragement — it has biological impactWhat it means to approach healing with discernment instead of fearPractical ways to begin caring for your body todayDr. Therese also shares wisdom on how to find a chiropractor or holistic practitioner you feel safe with — and why safety and discernment matter more than perfection. If you’ve been feeling tense, reactive, disconnected from your body, or unsure how to approach holistic care faithfully… this episode is an invitation back into integration. Connect with Dr. Therese: therese.northrop@gmail.com  ✨✨✨ Stay connected to TIS 💛 Want to take this conversation deeper? Our 3 most-loved workshops are always available—practical, healing, and Christ-centered. Start with one or bundle all three. [👉🏼 Explore the workshops] 🌸 Cycle Syncing with Flo Living We’re big fans. Track your cycle + get recipes, workouts, and insights that support your body’s rhythms. [Use code TIS for your first month FREE.] 🌿 Wednesday Wellness & Wisdom (Free Newsletter) Every other week: faith + nervous system support + book recs + movement + little “life-giving” things. Subscribe if you want to actually look forward to Wednesdays. 👉🏼 Learn more about The Intentional Single Contact Maria + Meghan: hello@theintentionalsingle.com Stay in the know on all things TIS!

    47 min

  6. FEB 20

    Holistic Health Without Being Woo Woo: Theology of the Body + Chiropractic Care with special guest Dr. Therese Northrop Part 1 | Episode 108

    If you’ve ever wanted to care for your body more intentionally but felt wary of crossing into “woo woo” territory—this episode is for you. Maria and Meghan sit down with Dr. Therese Northrop, a Catholic chiropractor and long-time Theology of the Body student, for a grounded conversation on what it looks like to pursue healing without drifting into woo-woo—and without cutting your body off from your faith. Together, we talk about: Why Catholics are meant to think holistically (body + soul… always)How Western medicine’s “body over here / soul over there” split affects the way we approach healthWhy nervous system regulation matters (and why we’re designed to live in rest + digest)The two most accessible daily tools for regulation: breath + prayerHow to discern holistic modalities with wisdom (without fear)What it can mean when your symptoms are trying to tell you something—gently, not shamefullyIf you’ve felt stressed, dysregulated, or disconnected from your body… let this be an invitation back into integration—with Jesus in the center. Connect with Dr. Therese: therese.northrop@gmail.com  ✨✨✨ Stay connected to TIS 💛 Want to take this conversation deeper? Our 3 most-loved workshops are always available—practical, healing, and Christ-centered. Start with one or bundle all three. [👉🏼 Explore the workshops] 🌸 Cycle Syncing with Flo Living We’re big fans. Track your cycle + get recipes, workouts, and insights that support your body’s rhythms. [Use code TIS for your first month FREE.] 🌿 Wednesday Wellness & Wisdom (Free Newsletter) Every other week: faith + nervous system support + book recs + movement + little “life-giving” things. Subscribe if you want to actually look forward to Wednesdays. 👉🏼 Learn more about The Intentional Single Contact Maria + Meghan: hello@theintentionalsingle.com Stay in the know on all things TIS!

    42 min

  7. FEB 13

    Pretty Good Catholic: The Dating Advice Nobody Gave Us — with Special Guest Rachel Hoover Canto (Part 2) | Episode 107

    What if dating didn’t have to feel confusing, rushed, or disconnected from who you really are? In Part 2 of our conversation with Rachel Hoover Canto—author of Pretty Good Catholic—we move into the places many Christian dating conversations avoid: physical boundaries, online dating, healing, and how to date without turning every encounter into a high-stakes interview. Rachel offers practical, grounded wisdom rooted in faith and real-life experience—guidance that honors both your humanity and your desire for a holy, life-giving relationship. ✨ In Part 2, we explore: Physical affection as a reflection—not the foundation—of a relationshipNavigating boundaries with clarity, courage, and communicationOnline meeting vs. online dating (and how to use apps well)When it’s wise to pause dating and tend to healingDating with intention without the pressure or performanceThis episode is for the woman who wants to date well, stay open, and move at a pace that feels honest, embodied, and aligned with her values. ✨✨✨ Stay connected to TIS 💛 Want to take this conversation deeper? Our 3 most-loved workshops are always available—practical, healing, and Christ-centered. Start with one or bundle all three. [👉🏼 Explore the workshops] 🌸 Cycle Syncing with Flo Living We’re big fans. Track your cycle + get recipes, workouts, and insights that support your body’s rhythms. [Use code TIS for your first month FREE.] 🌿 Wednesday Wellness & Wisdom (Free Newsletter) Every other week: faith + nervous system support + book recs + movement + little “life-giving” things. Subscribe if you want to actually look forward to Wednesdays. 👉🏼 Learn more about The Intentional Single Contact Maria + Meghan: hello@theintentionalsingle.com Stay in the know on all things TIS!

    34 min

  8. FEB 6

    Pretty Good Catholic: The Dating Advice Nobody Gave Us — with Special Guest Rachel Hoover Canto (Part 1) | Episode 106

    What if the problem isn’t you—but the dating advice you were given? In this episode, we welcome Rachel Canto, author of Pretty Good Catholic, for an honest conversation about singleness, longing, and the dating wisdom many Christian women were never taught. Rachel shares her story of desiring marriage, navigating heartbreak and discernment, and how God met her in the ache—eventually leading her to write the book she wishes she’d had years earlier. ✨ In Part 1, we explore: Rachel’s personal journey and call to write Pretty Good CatholicWhy so much faith-based dating advice feels incompleteThe need for practical, embodied guidanceHow hope can stay alive in the waitingPart 2 continues the conversation with tangible tools for boundaries, physical affection, and modern dating. ✨✨✨ Stay connected to TIS 💛 Want to take this conversation deeper? Our 3 most-loved workshops are always available—practical, healing, and Christ-centered. Start with one or bundle all three. [👉🏼 Explore the workshops] 🌸 Cycle Syncing with Flo Living We’re big fans. Track your cycle + get recipes, workouts, and insights that support your body’s rhythms. [Use code TIS for your first month FREE.] 🌿 Wednesday Wellness & Wisdom (Free Newsletter) Every other week: faith + nervous system support + book recs + movement + little “life-giving” things. Subscribe if you want to actually look forward to Wednesdays. 👉🏼 Learn more about The Intentional Single Contact Maria + Meghan: hello@theintentionalsingle.com Stay in the know on all things TIS!

    50 min
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Thriving in the Space Between is a place for Catholic single and dating gals to be seen, known, loved on, and journeyed with.  We know you’re tired of feeling overlooked in your ache. Because holding onto hope while single and dating can be one of the most challenging things you’ve ever done. Get ready for countless gems on how to live a full and whole lifestyle, diving into dating, mindsets, hormones, theology, all the things!  We’re excited to journey alongside you, because this side of Heaven we never arrive! And we are with you on the journey! 

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  • Creator
    The Intentional Single
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    114
  • Rating
    Clean
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    © 2026 Thriving in the Space Between
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