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. 2d ago

    How Two Women Found Peace Before “I Do” - Gabby's and Becca's TIS Stories | Episode 129

    What if the healing you need has less to do with finding the “right” relationship — and more to do with becoming fully alive again?  In this deeply honest conversation, Gabby and Becca share how heartbreak, anxiety, fear, and hopelessness led them into a season of healing, surrender, and transformation.   From being ghosted and stuck in situationships to learning receptivity, trust, and peace, they open up about the inner work that changed the way they approached dating, relationships, and themselves.  They reflect on the surprising lessons that prepared them for lasting love — and how growing closer to God changed everything.  If you’ve ever felt discouraged in dating, afraid of waiting, or unsure how to trust God with your desires, this episode will leave you feeling seen, encouraged, and full of hope.  💫 Something really special is coming this June 👀  Doors to our 6-month program: ✨ Thriving in the Space Between ✨ officially open June 22.  TIS is a 6-month journey for Catholic & Christian women in their 20’s–40’s who desire to be seen, known, and accompanied in the ache of singleness while building healthier relationships with themselves, God, and men. 🤍  Inside TIS, women learn how to:  🤍 move out of survival mode and constant over-carrying 🤍 heal the deeper patterns underneath dating struggles  🤍 understand masculinity, femininity, attachment, emotions, and nervous systems more deeply  🤍 create healthier, more grounded relationships  🤍 and slowly become more peaceful, hopeful, open, and fully alive again.  . ✨ We’ll also be hosting a FREE live event on June 23 all around: dating dynamics,masculinity + femininity,and the deeper reasons good men and women keep missing each other.👉 Join the June waitlist here 🤍 . And if you want a place to begin RIGHT NOW, don’t miss our free workshop: 💛 Understanding the Masculine Way A practical, eye-opening workshop on masculinity, femininity, nervous systems, and the small shifts that change dating and relationships. 👉 Watch the free workshop here ✨ ✨✨✨ 💛 Stay connected to TIS 👉🏼 Stay in the know on all things TIS! Want to go deeper? Our 3 most-loved workshops are always available—practical, healing, and Christ-centered. 👉🏼 [Explore the workshops] If you’ve been feeling stuck in your head or in “go mode” in life or in dating, we made something for you 🤍 ✨ Turning Back Into a Girl — a free guide to help you slow down, feel more grounded, and show up with more presence. 👉 Get the guide 🌸 Cycle Syncing with Flo Living Track your cycle + support your body’s rhythms with recipes, workouts, and insights. Use code TIS for your first month FREE. 🌿 Wednesday Wellness & Wisdom (Free Newsletter) Faith + nervous system support + life-giving resources—delivered every other week. 👉 Subscribe 🌐 Learn more about The Intentional Single 📩 hello@theintentionalsingle.com

    45 min

  2. 5d ago

    Why We Can't Just Talk About It | MINI Episode 128

    What if the problem isn’t that you “can’t communicate”… but that your nervous system doesn’t feel safe enough to? In this mini episode, Maria unpacks the real reason hard conversations can spiral, shut down, or leave you saying things you never meant to say.  You’ll learn:  Why your brain struggles during conflict The hidden meaning underneath criticism and shutdowns 3 practical tools to navigate difficult conversations with more peace and connection How to create emotional safety so real communication can happen If you’ve ever walked away from a conversation thinking, “That’s not what I meant to say,” this episode will help you understand why — and what to do differently next time.  💫 Something really special is coming this June 👀 Doors to our 6-month program: ✨ Thriving in the Space Between ✨ officially open June 22. TIS is a 6-month journey for Catholic & Christian women in their 20’s–40’s who desire to be seen, known, and accompanied in the ache of singleness while building healthier relationships with themselves, God, and men. 🤍 Inside TIS, women learn how to: 🤍 move out of survival mode and constant over-carrying 🤍 heal the deeper patterns underneath dating struggles 🤍 understand masculinity, femininity, attachment, emotions, and nervous systems more deeply 🤍 create healthier, more grounded relationships 🤍 and slowly become more peaceful, hopeful, open, and fully alive again. . ✨ We’ll also be hosting a FREE live event on June 23 all around: dating dynamics,masculinity + femininity,and the deeper reasons good men and women keep missing each other.👉 Join the June waitlist here 🤍 . And if you want a place to begin RIGHT NOW, don’t miss our free workshop: 💛 Understanding the Masculine Way A practical, eye-opening workshop on masculinity, femininity, nervous systems, and the small shifts that change dating and relationships. 👉 Watch the free workshop here ✨ ✨✨✨ 💛 Stay connected to TIS 👉🏼 Stay in the know on all things TIS! Want to go deeper? Our 3 most-loved workshops are always available—practical, healing, and Christ-centered. 👉🏼 [Explore the workshops] If you’ve been feeling stuck in your head or in “go mode” in life or in dating, we made something for you 🤍 ✨ Turning Back Into a Girl — a free guide to help you slow down, feel more grounded, and show up with more presence. 👉 Get the guide 🌸 Cycle Syncing with Flo Living Track your cycle + support your body’s rhythms with recipes, workouts, and insights. Use code TIS for your first month FREE. 🌿 Wednesday Wellness & Wisdom (Free Newsletter) Faith + nervous system support + life-giving resources—delivered every other week. 👉 Subscribe 🌐 Learn more about The Intentional Single 📩 hello@theintentionalsingle.com

    17 min

  3. May 29

    The Truth About Age, Fertility, and the X Factor in Dating - Men's Panel Part 4 | Episode 127

    Do men think differently about dating women in their late 30s and 40s? How much do age and fertility actually influence attraction, discernment, and long-term relationships? In the final episode of our 4-part series with the men’s panel, we tackle one of the most tender and emotionally charged topics in modern dating: age, fertility fears, and what truly draws men toward a woman.    We talk about: Whether age and fertility concerns affect men’s dating decisionsThe “X factor” men often describe in relationshipsThe feminine qualities men consistently find most attractiveHow women can show up with grounded confidence and authenticity in datingThis episode is a powerful reminder that your worth is not reduced to numbers, timelines, or fears—and that genuine connection is about far more than external factors alone. 💫 Something really special is coming this June 👀 Doors to our 6-month program: ✨ Thriving in the Space Between ✨ officially open June 22. TIS is a 6-month journey for Catholic & Christian women in their 20’s–40’s who desire to be seen, known, and accompanied in the ache of singleness while building healthier relationships with themselves, God, and men. 🤍 Inside TIS, women learn how to: 🤍 move out of survival mode and constant over-carrying 🤍 heal the deeper patterns underneath dating struggles 🤍 understand masculinity, femininity, attachment, emotions, and nervous systems more deeply 🤍 create healthier, more grounded relationships 🤍 and slowly become more peaceful, hopeful, open, and fully alive again. . ✨ We’ll also be hosting a FREE live event on June 23 all around: dating dynamics,masculinity + femininity,and the deeper reasons good men and women keep missing each other.👉 Join the June waitlist here 🤍 . And if you want a place to begin RIGHT NOW, don’t miss our free workshop: 💛 Understanding the Masculine Way A practical, eye-opening workshop on masculinity, femininity, nervous systems, and the small shifts that change dating and relationships. 👉 Watch the free workshop here ✨ ✨✨✨ 💛 Stay connected to TIS 👉🏼 Stay in the know on all things TIS! Want to go deeper? Our 3 most-loved workshops are always available—practical, healing, and Christ-centered. 👉🏼 [Explore the workshops] If you’ve been feeling stuck in your head or in “go mode” in life or in dating, we made something for you 🤍 ✨ Turning Back Into a Girl — a free guide to help you slow down, feel more grounded, and show up with more presence. 👉 Get the guide 🌸 Cycle Syncing with Flo Living Track your cycle + support your body’s rhythms with recipes, workouts, and insights. Use code TIS for your first month FREE. 🌿 Wednesday Wellness & Wisdom (Free Newsletter) Faith + nervous system support + life-giving resources—delivered every other week. 👉 Subscribe 🌐 Learn more about The Intentional Single 📩 hello@theintentionalsingle.com

    30 min

  4. May 29

    Ghosting, Pulling Away and Mixed Signals - Men's Panel Part 3 | Episode 126

    Why do men pull away in dating? What’s really happening when communication changes, interest feels unclear, or someone suddenly goes quiet? In Part 3 of our Q&A series with a men's panel, we discuss ghosting, emotional pressure, discernment, ambiguity, and the misunderstandings that often happen between men and women in modern dating.  If you've ever felt anxious when a guy suddenly seemed distant, this episode offers a rare behind-the-scenes look into how men experience emotional conversations, pressure for clarity, and navigating uncertainty in early dating.  We talk about:  Why men sometimes pull away or go quiet The difference between ghosting and needing space How fear, ambiguity, and discernment affect relationships Healthy ways to communicate needs, concerns, and uncertainty This episode will help you approach dating conversations with greater empathy, maturity, confidence, and emotional wisdom.  💫 Something really special is coming this June 👀 Doors to our 6-month program: ✨ Thriving in the Space Between ✨ officially open June 22. TIS is a 6-month journey for Catholic & Christian women in their 20’s–40’s who desire to be seen, known, and accompanied in the ache of singleness while building healthier relationships with themselves, God, and men. 🤍 Inside TIS, women learn how to: 🤍 move out of survival mode and constant over-carrying 🤍 heal the deeper patterns underneath dating struggles 🤍 understand masculinity, femininity, attachment, emotions, and nervous systems more deeply 🤍 create healthier, more grounded relationships 🤍 and slowly become more peaceful, hopeful, open, and fully alive again. . ✨ We’ll also be hosting a FREE live event on June 23 all around: dating dynamics,masculinity + femininity,and the deeper reasons good men and women keep missing each other.👉 Join the June waitlist here 🤍 . And if you want a place to begin RIGHT NOW, don’t miss our free workshop: 💛 Understanding the Masculine Way A practical, eye-opening workshop on masculinity, femininity, nervous systems, and the small shifts that change dating and relationships. 👉 Watch the free workshop here ✨ ✨✨✨ 💛 Stay connected to TIS 👉🏼 Stay in the know on all things TIS! Want to go deeper? Our 3 most-loved workshops are always available—practical, healing, and Christ-centered. 👉🏼 [Explore the workshops] If you’ve been feeling stuck in your head or in “go mode” in life or in dating, we made something for you 🤍 ✨ Turning Back Into a Girl — a free guide to help you slow down, feel more grounded, and show up with more presence. 👉 Get the guide 🌸 Cycle Syncing with Flo Living Track your cycle + support your body’s rhythms with recipes, workouts, and insights. Use code TIS for your first month FREE. 🌿 Wednesday Wellness & Wisdom (Free Newsletter) Faith + nervous system support + life-giving resources—delivered every other week. 👉 Subscribe 🌐 Learn more about The Intentional Single 📩 hello@theintentionalsingle.com

    30 min

  5. May 25

    You Think You’re Being Obvious, But He Has No Idea - Men's Panel Part 2 | Episode 125

    Have you ever thought you were being obvious … but the guy never made a move? Do you wonder why men seem hesitant to approach women today, or what actually makes a woman feel approachable?    This conversation offers a window into the male dating experience and reveals the fears, confusion, and pressures many men navigate.    In Part 2 of our 4-part series, we talk about:  Simple ways women can appear more approachable in person The role of eye contact, smiling, warmth, and body language How gossip and disrespect deeply affect men in dating spaces The importance of honesty, kindness, and mutual respect after dates don’t work out This episode offers compassionate, practical insight that can help both men and women date with greater confidence, maturity, and understanding.  💫 Something really special is coming this June 👀 Doors to our 6-month program: ✨ Thriving in the Space Between ✨ officially open June 22. TIS is a 6-month journey for Catholic & Christian women in their 20’s–40’s who desire to be seen, known, and accompanied in the ache of singleness while building healthier relationships with themselves, God, and men. 🤍 Inside TIS, women learn how to: 🤍 move out of survival mode and constant over-carrying 🤍 heal the deeper patterns underneath dating struggles 🤍 understand masculinity, femininity, attachment, emotions, and nervous systems more deeply 🤍 create healthier, more grounded relationships 🤍 and slowly become more peaceful, hopeful, open, and fully alive again. . ✨ We’ll also be hosting a FREE live event on June 23 all around: dating dynamics,masculinity + femininity,and the deeper reasons good men and women keep missing each other.👉 Join the June waitlist here 🤍 . And if you want a place to begin RIGHT NOW, don’t miss our free workshop: 💛 Understanding the Masculine Way A practical, eye-opening workshop on masculinity, femininity, nervous systems, and the small shifts that change dating and relationships. 👉 Watch the free workshop here ✨ ✨✨✨ 💛 Stay connected to TIS 👉🏼 Stay in the know on all things TIS! Want to go deeper? Our 3 most-loved workshops are always available—practical, healing, and Christ-centered. 👉🏼 [Explore the workshops] If you’ve been feeling stuck in your head or in “go mode” in life or in dating, we made something for you 🤍 ✨ Turning Back Into a Girl — a free guide to help you slow down, feel more grounded, and show up with more presence. 👉 Get the guide 🌸 Cycle Syncing with Flo Living Track your cycle + support your body’s rhythms with recipes, workouts, and insights. Use code TIS for your first month FREE. 🌿 Wednesday Wellness & Wisdom (Free Newsletter) Faith + nervous system support + life-giving resources—delivered every other week. 👉 Subscribe 🌐 Learn more about The Intentional Single 📩 hello@theintentionalsingle.com

    29 min

  6. May 25

    Men Answer the Dating Questions Women Are Asking - Men's Panel Part 1 | Episode 124

    What do men actually experience in dating, and what do they wish women understood? In this 4-part series, we interview a panel of four Catholic men to answer questions from women in our private community about dating, relationships, and what it’s really like trying to pursue love in today’s culture.     In Part 1 of this series, we talk about:  Why dating is hard for men, too The misunderstandings that often happen between men and women in dating What men wish women knew about their hearts, intentions, and struggles   So often, men and women misunderstand each other’s dating experiences, and this honest conversation pulls back the curtain in a refreshing, deeply human way. If you want to know the verbal cues, body language signals, and actions that men use to show interest or care that could be missed, tune into Part 2 of this series next.  💫 Something really special is coming this June 👀 Doors to our 6-month program: ✨ Thriving in the Space Between ✨ officially open June 22. TIS is a 6-month journey for Catholic & Christian women in their 20’s–40’s who desire to be seen, known, and accompanied in the ache of singleness while building healthier relationships with themselves, God, and men. 🤍 Inside TIS, women learn how to: 🤍 move out of survival mode and constant over-carrying 🤍 heal the deeper patterns underneath dating struggles 🤍 understand masculinity, femininity, attachment, emotions, and nervous systems more deeply 🤍 create healthier, more grounded relationships 🤍 and slowly become more peaceful, hopeful, open, and fully alive again. . ✨ We’ll also be hosting a FREE live event on June 23 all around: dating dynamics,masculinity + femininity,and the deeper reasons good men and women keep missing each other.👉 Join the June waitlist here 🤍 . And if you want a place to begin RIGHT NOW, don’t miss our free workshop: 💛 Understanding the Masculine Way A practical, eye-opening workshop on masculinity, femininity, nervous systems, and the small shifts that change dating and relationships. 👉 Watch the free workshop here ✨ ✨✨✨ 💛 Stay connected to TIS 👉🏼 Stay in the know on all things TIS! Want to go deeper? Our 3 most-loved workshops are always available—practical, healing, and Christ-centered. 👉🏼 [Explore the workshops] If you’ve been feeling stuck in your head or in “go mode” in life or in dating, we made something for you 🤍 ✨ Turning Back Into a Girl — a free guide to help you slow down, feel more grounded, and show up with more presence. 👉 Get the guide 🌸 Cycle Syncing with Flo Living Track your cycle + support your body’s rhythms with recipes, workouts, and insights. Use code TIS for your first month FREE. 🌿 Wednesday Wellness & Wisdom (Free Newsletter) Faith + nervous system support + life-giving resources—delivered every other week. 👉 Subscribe 🌐 Learn more about The Intentional Single 📩 hello@theintentionalsingle.com

    27 min

  7. May 22

    Ask a Male Therapist Part 2: Trust, Texting & Vulnerability (with Dr. Mario Sacasa) | Episode 123

    Dating feels vulnerable because it is vulnerable.  And in today’s world of mixed signals, anxiety, ghosting, fear of rejection, and endless dating “rules,” it’s easy to feel discouraged, confused, or like you’re somehow getting it wrong.  In part 2 of our “Ask a Male Therapist” conversation, Dr. Mario Sacasa answers even more of your biggest questions about modern dating.    From navigating texting and conflict to discussing pornography, rejection, dating later in life, and learning how men actually experience relationships… this episode is packed with practical guidance, and the kind of real conversation so many women desperately need to hear.  This episode is tender, deeply validating, and full of wisdom that will help you navigate dating with confidence and peace.    💫 Something special is coming this June 👀  We’re preparing a brand-new FREE live event around understanding the hidden dynamics between good men and women and why they keep missing each other in the dating space.  If you want to be the first to hear when registration opens, sign up below 🤍  👉 Join the June workshop list  In the meantime, if you want a place to begin NOW, don’t miss our free workshop:  💛 Free Workshop: Understanding the Masculine Way    A practical, eye-opening workshop on masculinity, femininity, nervous systems, and the small shifts that change dating and relationships.    👉 Watch here   ✨✨✨ 💛 Stay connected to TIS 👉🏼 Stay in the know on all things TIS! Want to go deeper? Our 3 most-loved workshops are always available—practical, healing, and Christ-centered. 👉🏼 [Explore the workshops] If you’ve been feeling stuck in your head or in “go mode” in life or in dating, we made something for you 🤍 ✨ Turning Back Into a Girl — a free guide to help you slow down, feel more grounded, and show up with more presence. 👉 Get the guide 🌸 Cycle Syncing with Flo Living Track your cycle + support your body’s rhythms with recipes, workouts, and insights. Use code TIS for your first month FREE. 🌿 Wednesday Wellness & Wisdom (Free Newsletter) Faith + nervous system support + life-giving resources—delivered every other week. 👉 Subscribe 🌐 Learn more about The Intentional Single 📩 hello@theintentionalsingle.com

    46 min

  8. May 19

    Hope and Freedom That Comes from Healing Your Identity: Mialana's TIS Story | Episode 122

    "I Thought I Would Always Be the Single Friend."    That was the thought weighing Mialana (Mia) down when she first joined our 6-month program, Thriving in the Space Between. In this vulnerable conversation, Mia shares her journey from feeling stuck in singleness, insecurity, and isolation to discovering a new sense of confidence, hope, and identity in the Lord.  Through healing work, honest community, and learning to challenge the lies she believed about herself, she began to show up differently in her friendships, dating life, and relationship with God. If you’ve ever wrestled with feeling “behind,” unseen, or afraid to hope for more, this episode will remind you that healing is possible — and that you are worthy of being deeply known, loved, and invested in.  We talk about:  The hidden stories and vows that were shaping Mia’s dating life Why vulnerability felt so terrifying — and how it became transformative Parts work, inner healing, and learning to process emotions with the Lord Releasing shame and embracing your God-given identity What shifted when Mia stopped making rejection mean something about her worth The power of being a “hope holder” for yourself and others This episode is a beautiful reminder that the slow soak of truth, healing, and honest community can change everything. 💫 Something special is coming this June 👀 We’re preparing a brand-new FREE live event around understanding the hidden dynamics between good men and women and why they keep missing each other in the dating space. If you want to be the first to hear when registration opens, sign up below 🤍 👉 Join the June workshop list  In the meantime, if you want a place to begin NOW, don’t miss our free workshop: 💛 Free Workshop: Understanding the Masculine Way A practical, eye-opening workshop on masculinity, femininity, nervous systems, and the small shifts that change dating and relationships. 👉 Watch here  ✨✨✨ 💛 Stay connected to TIS 👉🏼 Stay in the know on all things TIS! Want to go deeper? Our 3 most-loved workshops are always available—practical, healing, and Christ-centered. 👉🏼 [Explore the workshops] If you’ve been feeling stuck in your head or in “go mode” in life or in dating, we made something for you 🤍 ✨ Turning Back Into a Girl — a free guide to help you slow down, feel more grounded, and show up with more presence. 👉 Get the guide 🌸 Cycle Syncing with Flo Living Track your cycle + support your body’s rhythms with recipes, workouts, and insights. Use code TIS for your first month FREE. 🌿 Wednesday Wellness & Wisdom (Free Newsletter) Faith + nervous system support + life-giving resources—delivered every other week. 👉 Subscribe 🌐 Learn more about The Intentional Single 📩 hello@theintentionalsingle.com

    44 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
    130
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Thriving in the Space Between
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    Thriving in the Space Between

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