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Thriving in the Space Between
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…
Episodes
Thriving in the Space BetweenDating When You're From a Broken Family with Special Guest Joey Pontarelli of Restored Ministries Episode 42
If you're a child of divorce, then chances are you know the pain and the fears that can plague you in the dating space. Today, we have a really special guest…
Thriving in the Space BetweenNavigating the Holidays as a Single Gal Episode 41
Ahh beautiful gals, It's the holiday season! Join M&M as they discuss the challenges that show up for single gals and get some really practical tips on how to…
Thriving in the Space BetweenAre You the Gal So READY to Meet Your Man? Then Let's Talk about 'Ready Mode'! Episode 40
If you're the girl who has been reading all the books, listening to all the podcasts, taking all the courses, and show up to dates/events/any interaction with…
Thriving in the Space BetweenFrom Friend Zone to Husband - How We Met with Special Guest Kara Klein Oubre Episode 39
This is a hilarious 'how we met' story with Kara Klein Oubre, a dear friend of Maria's who is a wife, mom, speaker and musician. She, along with Maria and…
Thriving in the Space BetweenNavigating the Emotional Space as a Single Gal Episode 38
Do you ever actually pause to check in with how you're doing? So often we are used to such a go-go-go rhythm that we don't actually take the time to pause and…
Thriving in the Space BetweenOne Thing to Know BEFORE you say I do...with Special Guest Veronica Stephens Episode 37
If you've been around TIS very long, you know that we love everything about the incredible way God made our bodies and hormones and alllll the things! Come…
Thriving in the Space BetweenWhy Should You Track Your Cycle & Learn About Your Body as a Single Gal? Episode 36
Curious why it matters whether you're tracking your cycle or not if you're neither engaged nor married? M&M Dive into one of their favorite topics that they…
Thriving in the Space BetweenHOW to Make Friends as Adults! With Special Guest Emily Jaminet Episode 35
In TIS we hear on the regular how lonely so many of y'all are and the struggles around friendship. So today M&M sit down with a really special guest to discuss…
Thriving in the Space BetweenMeghan's Rant Episode 34
Today is a fun one.... Take a listen as Meghan shares her thoughts on something she's pretty passionate about! AND if you're listening to this the week of Oct…
Thriving in the Space BetweenWins, Breakthroughs, and Shifts in Singlehood & Dating with TIS Members Episode 33
This is such a special episode! You're going to get to hear from TIS membership gals themselves about what they've learned in TIS, ways they've grown, their…
Thriving in the Space BetweenGetting married later in life, dating these days, and finding purpose with Special Guest Emily Stimpson Chapman Episode 32
Today is a fun one! M&M Sit Down with Emily Chapman (formerly Emily Stimpson) and have an honest conversation about the struggles and pain points of being…
Thriving in the Space BetweenThe Struggle is REAL With Decision Making Episode 31
Decision making is a skill that we can all learn and grow in! Come join M&M as they give you a peek into a powerful 90 minute workshop on Decision Making they…
Thriving in the Space BetweenYour Cycle, PCOS, Endometriosis and Fears of Infertility BEFORE You Get Married with Mary Bruno Episode 30
Y'all are in for a treat today as M&M sit down with Mary Bruno (co founder of FAbM Base -- Fertility Method Options and explanations) who shares her story…
Thriving in the Space BetweenDo You Feel Like You're just WAITING to Meet Someone? Waiting for Marriage? Let's Talk about Waiting Mode! Episode 29
Today we are bringing into a topic we dive deep into in TIS Membership: And that is 'waiting mode'...In all seasons of our life we may find ourselves feeling…
Thriving in the Space BetweenCatholic speed dating with Taylor O'Brien of Candid Episode 28
Meet the Lovely Taylor O'Brien! Her story is so fun because what started out as a journey to make friends with young Catholic women, quickly became a fun…
Thriving in the Space BetweenBeing vs. Doing and the Impact on Dating, Hormones and LIFE! Episode 27
In this episode, M&M discuss a recent workshop that they put on in TIS Membership that impacts every single area of your life as a human being. Get ready to…
Thriving in the Space BetweenMental Health, Dating, & Eating Disorders: with Special Guest Maria Gari Episode 26
Y'all are in for a treat! In this episode M&M interview the lovely Maria Gari who is the founder of RunningMyselfTogether, a ministry dedicated to bringing…
Thriving in the Space BetweenI Don't Have the Capacity For That! Or Do I?! Episode 25
Join M&M as they discuss the idea of having enough energy or capacity for things and the ways we actually limit our own capacity when maybe we don't realize…
Thriving in the Space BetweenHolding onto Hope and Thriving as a Single Gal: Meet Monet Souza! Episode 24
Ladies, you are in for a treat! Monet Souza! This gorgeous gal has always had a strong passion for seeking out the Truth and drawing others to it. Since high…
Thriving in the Space BetweenGood Questions to Ask Yourself After a Date! Episode 23
Often during a date or after a date it's easy to get miles ahead mentally and emotionally asking oneself questions such as hmm would I want this guy's mom to…
Thriving in the Space BetweenNervous System Regulation and Tapping as Catholics with Anna Saucier Episode 22
In this episode Maria & Meghan interview Anna Saucier who is a speaker, writer, podcaster, business strategist & mentor, Certified FertilityCare Practitioner…
Thriving in the Space BetweenOk! So You Have Self Awareness: NOW WHAT?! Episode 21
From coaching hundreds of women from all over the world Maria & Meghan have seen how frustrating it can be when you only have self awareness, but nothing is…
Thriving in the Space BetweenDating Someone Who Was Married Before with Kathleen and Troy Billings Episode 20
In this episode M&M Interview Troy and Kathleen Billings who have a unique story of marriage to other people, divorce, annulment and their journey into a now…
Thriving in the Space BetweenMoving Forward When You Feel Stuck! Episode 19
In this episode Maria & Meghan discuss how to actually take steps after you've made a decision, but are feeling stuck. What DO you do once you know which…
Thriving in the Space BetweenLiving Fully While Single: An interview with Olivia Dvorjak Episode 18
Today we have the joy of talking with Olivia Dvorjak who has been navigating the single and dating space! This gal is living with intentionality and shares so…
Thriving in the Space BetweenHow Do You Know What God Wants You to Do? Let's Talk about Making Decisions! Episode 17
Come join Meghan & Maria as they discuss how to make a decision when there are 2 good choices in your life. So many of y'all are so willing to do whatever it…
Thriving in the Space BetweenRemoving the shame around purity: with special guest Mary Jo Carney from Magdala Ministries Episode 16
Today we have an amazing guest who is going to be dropping gems left and right. If you're someone who struggles with purity and have felt so much shame around…
Thriving in the Space BetweenWe weren't going to go there...but...Let's Talk about the Harrison Butker Speech! Episode 15
Sooo...Maria & Meghan don't typically talk about current events on the pod, buuuut this topic was begging to be discussed as some of the topics come into play…
Thriving in the Space BetweenHelpful skills to practice right now from a Pastoral Counselor - an interview with Caroline Sholl Episode 14
Today we have the joy of Caroline Sholl, a Pastoral Counselor from Louisiana. She is a wealth of knowledge when it comes to relationships and we are excited to…
Thriving in the Space BetweenThe End of Woman: An Interview With Dr. Carrie Gress Episode 13
We are so excited to welcome Dr. Carrie Gress to the show! Carrie's work in unearthing the history of the feminism movement and its heavy impact on the culture…
Thriving in the Space BetweenDo You Struggle With Your Worth? Episode 12
Join Maria & Meghan as they discuss the challenge that so many women face in believing that they are worthy; worthy of being loved, worthy of being poured…
Thriving in the Space BetweenHow We Met! A Story of Hope: Proof You Can Get it All Wrong and Still Be Pursued! Episode 11
Ladies, you are in for a treat today! Laugh, cry, and be reminded that God is in the details AND He has a hilarious sense of humor! Join Maria & Meghan as they…
Thriving in the Space BetweenWhy TIS?
Why TIS? While there’s formation for highschoolers, college students, engaged couples, and married folks in our beautiful Church, where’s a gal who's single…
Thriving in the Space BetweenOne of the Top 4 Things Men Find Attractive About Women! Episode 09
In this episode, Maria & Meghan dive into one of the four traits men find attractive in women... Authenticity! You'll learn what gets in the way of us even…
Thriving in the Space BetweenLet’s Talk Vocation, Career, Dating & Singleness in your 30’s with 2 special guests! Episode 08
Today we have a beautiful interview with 2 of our gorgeous TIS membership gals who are in their mid and late 30's. Get ready to take some notes from their…
Thriving in the Space BetweenHow to Hold onto Hope When You're Not the One: A taste of a TIS Workshop! Episode 07
In this episode, Maria & Meghan are sharing a little taste of a workshop they did last spring called "How to Hold Onto Hope When You're Not the One!". This was…
Thriving in the Space BetweenAsk a male therapist with Dr. Mario Sacasa, Episode 06
In this week’s episode, we’ve invited Dr. Mario Sacasa, a licensed marriage therapist, to answer your submitted questions on all things dating. Prepare to take…
Thriving in the Space BetweenBridesmaids Before the Groom: The Value of Friendship with Annie & Rachel TIS Members! Episode 05
In this episode, we’re interviewing two of our sweet gals in membership. These beauties have been journeying with us for over a year, met each other in TIS…
Thriving in the Space BetweenMeet Mary & Jerry: Let's talk about Marriage! Episode 04
Prepare to be filled with both joy and hope after this uplifting interview with our special guests, Mary and Jerry Lenaburg! Mary & Jerry share their wisdom of…
Thriving in the Space BetweenLet's Talk About...Perfectionism! Episode 03
Maria & Meghan share how easy it is to let perfectionism get in the way of stepping into something beautiful. Take a listen as they share how it even impacted…
Thriving in the Space BetweenGod's Delays Are Not His Denials! With Special Guests Angela and Bill Schnieders Episode 02
This week we welcome Angela and Bill Schnieders! Some dear friends of both Maria and Meghan, this dynamic couple has so much gold to share on living a life…
Thriving in the Space BetweenWelcome to Thriving in the Space Between! Episode 01
Hey beautiful gal! Thriving in the Space Between is our answer to your desire to become more of who God created you to be. We know you’re tired of feeling…