What if building a thriving business didn’t have to mean exhaustion, burnout, or sacrificing your humanity?

Maybe you’ve thought, "If I slow down, everything will fall apart". What if the opposite were true? What if growth came from rest, honesty, and a radically different way of leading?

In this episode, we go behind the scenes with Maria Mumaugh and Meghan Elfelt, the co-founders of The Intentional Single, a mission-driven brand, program, and community that supports Catholic women navigating singleness and the dating season with hope, joy, and wholeness. 

Over the past few years, they've walked through some really major shifts. Not just in strategy and operations and rhythms, but in how they lead, how they sell, how they rest, how they work together in partnership, and how they honor their capacity in the daily rhythm of running a business. 

We talk about: 
✔️ The internal work that helps them show up with more freedom and congruence
✔️ The strategy, messaging, and clarity breakthroughs that made their last launch feel so aligned, 
✔️ How they've structured their offers to serve their people more deeply without burning out, and 
✔️ How their learning to grow sustainably without compromising their mission or margin and space to live their lives more fully. 

If you've ever felt the tension between your vision and your bandwidth, or wondered if it's really possible to build a thriving business without selling your soul, this episode will offer both practical hope and permission to lead differently. 

This is part one of our conversation. Stay tuned for part two. 

Doors to The Garden, our sustainable business & leadership growth program, close September 10th, and this is your last chance to join us before enrollment closes until next year. Whether you're discerning what's next, ready to gain more traction (without burnout), steady the growth, or building something bigger and need the structure to make it happen...we'd love to meet you there.

Ready to connect or gain clarity on next steps? Book a call with Anna,
or say hi on Instagram @apostolic_fruit
We’re praying for you and can’t wait to walk with you.

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What if the exhaustion you’ve been feeling isn’t a personal failure, but the natural result of living in the wrong paradigm?  

The truth is, the industrial paradigm we’ve inherited has shaped us to treat ourselves like machines. But that’s not the way of Jesus.

In this episode, Anna unpacks the shift from the industrial paradigm of hustle and output to the garden paradigm of rest, rhythms, and abiding in God—a way of leading and living that brings lasting fruit. 

Anna invites you to explore the garden paradigm—a way of being rooted in trust, rest, and presence. 

You’ll discover: 
🌱 The difference between the industrial paradigm and the garden paradigm—and the costs of living in each 
🌱 How abiding in God, rather than striving, leads to sustainable growth and deeper impact 
🌱 The principles of agile, embodied learning that reframe how we lead and grow 
🌱 Simple practices for grounding yourself in presence and daily abiding 
🌱 Why success in the garden paradigm looks like sustainability, stewardship, and faithfulness, not just outputs 

This episode offers both relief and a roadmap for leaders longing for a more integrated, life-giving way to grow. 

If this conversation gave you a sigh of relief and stirred a desire to abide more deeply, share it with a friend who’s weary of the hustle. 

Doors to The Garden, our sustainable business & leadership growth program, close September 10th, and this is your last chance to join us before enrollment closes until next year. Whether you're discerning what's next, ready to gain more traction (without burnout), steady the growth, or building something bigger and need the structure to make it happen...we'd love to meet you there.

Ready to connect or gain clarity on next steps? Book a call with Anna,
or say hi on Instagram @apostolic_fruit
We’re praying for you and can’t wait to walk with you.

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What happens when old wounds resurface in new seasons of leadership and motherhood?  

Do you ever feel like your needs are “too much” or that being a mother makes you less credible as a leader?  

Have you struggled with the pressure to leave parts of yourself — your exhaustion, emotions, or motherhood — at the door to be taken seriously?  

In this deeply vulnerable episode, Megan shares her personal story of healing, navigating the tension between her call to lead and her role as a mother, and how God is reshaping her understanding of need, support, and leadership. 

Through this story, you’ll discover: 
🌿 How trauma and past experiences can trigger stress even in new, supportive environments 
🌿 Why embracing your needs can be a path to deeper healing and stronger leadership 
🌿 The importance of creating spaces where women can bring their full selves—motherhood, needs, fears, and all—without shame 
🌿 How God meets us in our neediness and invites us into healing, wholeness, and freedom 

This is a tender and hope-filled episode for any woman longing to lead without disintegrating or leaving vital parts of herself behind. 

If this story resonated with you, share it with another woman who needs to hear that she is never too much and never a burden. And if you’re ready to experience this kind of safe, supportive space yourself, join us for the retreat or connect with us online. 

Doors to The Garden, our sustainable business & leadership growth program, close September 10th, and this is your last chance to join us before enrollment closes until next year. Whether you're discerning what's next, ready to gain more traction (without burnout), steady the growth, or building something bigger and need the structure to make it happen...we'd love to meet you there.

Ready to connect or gain clarity on next steps? Book a call with Anna,
or say hi on Instagram @apostolic_fruit
We’re praying for you and can’t wait to walk with you.

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What if hearing God’s voice wasn’t something rare or complicated, but a natural part of your daily life and leadership? 

Maybe you’ve longed for more intimacy with Him, but your prayer life feels transactional or clouded by scrupulosity, doubt, or perfectionism. You’re not alone.  

Many women leaders carry a deep hunger to partner with the Holy Spirit but aren’t sure how to hear His voice clearly in the swirl of everyday life and leadership. 

In this episode, Anna interviews Jonna Schuster of Catholic Revival Ministries to explore how God speaks uniquely to each of us—and how tuning in can transform the way you pray, discern, and lead. 

In this conversation, you’ll discover: 
✔️ The different “languages” God uses to communicate and how to identify yours 
✔️ Practical ways to slow down and create space to hear Him in the midst of leadership demands 
✔️ How intimacy with God shifts the way you lead, make decisions, and walk in your identity 
✔️ A freeing perspective on prayer that moves you from performance to relationship 
✔️ The connection between healing, discernment, and Kingdom leadership 

Whether you’re leading a team, running a business, or navigating a new season of life, this episode will encourage you to lead not from striving, but from deep connection with the One who calls you. 

Connect with Jonna:  

• Website: Catholic Revival Ministries 
• Get Jonna's book "Hearing God's Voice: A Catholic Guide to Listening Prayer" on Amazon 

Doors to The Garden, our sustainable business & leadership growth program, close September 10th, and this is your last chance to join us before enrollment closes until next year. Whether you're discerning what's next, ready to gain more traction (without burnout), steady the growth, or building something bigger and need the structure to make it happen...we'd love to meet you there.

Ready to connect or gain clarity on next steps? Book a call with Anna,
or say hi on Instagram @apostolic_fruit
We’re praying for you and can’t wait to walk with you.

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Do you ever feel like you're juggling too many roles in your business, trying to serve deeply while managing everything behind the scenes? Are you longing for clarity, but stuck in constant forward motion with no time to pause and assess?  

In this behind-the-scenes episode, Megan and Anna open up their quarterly planning process at Apostolic Fruit—what’s working, what needs to shift, and how they’re navigating real growth while staying grounded in mission, discernment, and the humanity of leadership. 

This episode gives you an honest look at what it actually looks like to evaluate and prioritize inside a values-driven organization. Megan and Anna share the hard-earned lessons from their own Q3 planning—what they let go of, what they’re building, and how they’re making decisions that align with faith, team capacity, and long-term fruit.  

Whether you’re at a pivot point, restructuring, or just feeling stretched thin, this episode will offer perspective and permission to approach growth more sustainably. 

Doors to The Garden, our sustainable business & leadership growth program, close September 10th, and this is your last chance to join us before enrollment closes until next year. Whether you're discerning what's next, ready to gain more traction (without burnout), steady the growth, or building something bigger and need the structure to make it happen...we'd love to meet you there.

Ready to connect or gain clarity on next steps? Book a call with Anna,
or say hi on Instagram @apostolic_fruit
We’re praying for you and can’t wait to walk with you.

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What if the way you lead is rooted in how you were loved? In this conversation, Dr. Carron Silva joins Anna Saucier to explore how your early attachment patterns may be shaping the way you show up in leadership today, and how greater self-awareness can transform the way you lead. 

Do you sometimes wonder why you swing between overperforming and shutting down in your work or leadership? Are you tired of constantly second-guessing your decisions or avoiding conflict altogether?  

If you've struggled with inconsistency, burnout, or emotional reactivity in your leadership journey, you're likely operating from old attachment patterns that were never designed to support the weight of your current responsibilities.  

This episode is for anyone looking for deep insight into the connection between emotional safety and leadership effectiveness. 

You'll learn: 
✅ What is attachment theory, and why it matters in leadership 
✅ How trauma and childhood experiences shape adult attachment patterns 
✅ Signs of each attachment style in leadership and business settings 
✅ How to increase emotional safety, self-awareness, and resilience 
✅ Why understanding your own attachment style is a game-changer for growth 
✅ Tools and mindsets for healing and shifting into secure leadership 

Be prepared to walk away with a greater understanding of how your nervous system, early relationships, and patterns of emotional safety influence how you lead, and how to begin shifting toward secure, embodied leadership. 

Resources mentioned: 

• Book - Attachments: Why You Love, Feel, and Act the Way You Do 
• Mary Ainsworth: Attachment Theory and the Strange Situation - Attachment Project 

Doors to The Garden, our sustainable business & leadership growth program, close September 10th, and this is your last chance to join us before enrollment closes until next year. Whether you're discerning what's next, ready to gain more traction (without burnout), steady the growth, or building something bigger and need the structure to make it happen...we'd love to meet you there.

Ready to connect or gain clarity on next steps? Book a call with Anna,
or say hi on Instagram @apostolic_fruit
We’re praying for you and can’t wait to walk with you.

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If you’re in a season where your time feels tight, your energy is stretched, and your income still matters—this episode will help you clarify where to focus and what to let go of. 

We’re offering real strategy for women navigating limited capacity and big responsibility. When time is scarce and capacity is real, what you need isn’t guilt or pressure. You need clarity and aligned action that works with your limits—not against them.

In this episode, we walk you through simple, sustainable ways to prioritize your energy and income goals.

You’ll learn:
🌿 How to identify and focus on true income-producing activities
🌿 What to do if fear or resistance is quietly keeping you from taking action
🌿 A practical math-based check-in to align your business model with your actual time and income needs
🌿 How to discern between good ideas and the right next step
🌿 A client case study that reveals how choosing wisely can lead to peace and profit

If you’ve been feeling overwhelmed, under-resourced, or unsure what to prioritize, this conversation will help you slow down, zoom out, and move forward with more peace and purpose.

If you're craving a clear strategy that honors your real capacity, we’re here to help. We have a few remaining spots open for 1:1 Strategy or Quarterly Planning Sessions. Email us at [email protected] or book a free call to connect. You don’t have to do this alone—and you don’t have to burn out to move forward. 

Doors to The Garden, our sustainable business & leadership growth program, close September 10th, and this is your last chance to join us before enrollment closes until next year. Whether you're discerning what's next, ready to gain more traction (without burnout), steady the growth, or building something bigger and need the structure to make it happen...we'd love to meet you there.

Ready to connect or gain clarity on next steps? Book a call with Anna,
or say hi on Instagram @apostolic_fruit
We’re praying for you and can’t wait to walk with you.

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Let's talk about why embodied feminine genius leadership is so needed today. 

In many faith spaces, especially as women leaders, we’re often taught to prioritize spiritual ideals while bypassing our lived, felt experiences. We’re taught to manage our emotions, master self-control, and keep going—even when our nervous system is screaming for rest. But what if your emotions weren’t problems to fix… but invitations to listen? 

In this episode, Anna shares a powerful reflection on embodied leadership, rooted in Theology of the Body and informed by the nervous system.  

You’ll learn:
✔️ Why your body isn’t just something you have—it’s part of who you are
✔️ How emotional bypassing and disconnection are hurting leaders
✔️ What it actually looks like to lead with wholeness and humanity
✔️ Simple practices to reconnect with your body’s wisdom in daily life
✔️ A new vision for leadership that is integrated, feminine, and spiritually grounded

Whether you're leading a business, raising children, or simply trying to stay grounded in your calling, this episode will invite you into a more healing, holy, and human way of being.

If this conversation speaks to something deep in you, we’d love to invite you into The Garden - a space where embodied leadership and sustainable growth meet. Visit apostolicfruit.com/garden to learn more, or reach out to us through the Connect page to start the conversation. The world needs fully alive, embodied women now more than ever.  

Doors to The Garden, our sustainable business & leadership growth program, close September 10th, and this is your last chance to join us before enrollment closes until next year. Whether you're discerning what's next, ready to gain more traction (without burnout), steady the growth, or building something bigger and need the structure to make it happen...we'd love to meet you there.

Ready to connect or gain clarity on next steps? Book a call with Anna,
or say hi on Instagram @apostolic_fruit
We’re praying for you and can’t wait to walk with you.

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Have you ever followed the advice to take massive action, push past your limits, or sell harder - only to find yourself exhausted, out of alignment, or secretly wondering if growth is supposed to feel this heavy?

Maybe you made progress, but not without paying a price. Maybe the pressure worked… for a while. But now you're hitting capacity. And you're ready for a different way forward. A more sustainable, life-giving way to grow that doesn’t require you to abandon yourself to succeed. 

In this episode, we explore the real limits of aggressive growth strategies - and what to do when they stop working.  

You’ll hear: 
✅ A real story from a woman who scaled quickly, but realized she didn’t want to keep doing it that way 
✅ Why some common “massive action” approaches may actually be the thing blocking your peace and sustainability 
✅ How to shift toward strategic, grounded growth that honors your season, values, and capacity 
✅ What it looks like to co-create a business that fits you, not just the online formulas you’ve been handed 

This episode is a permission slip to pause, re-evaluate, and know: you’re not failing because you’re tired of pushing - you’re evolving. 

If you’re craving a more human, honest, and sustainable path to growth, we’d love to walk with you. Subscribe, share this with a friend who’s done with hustle culture, and reach out if you’re ready for personalized, life-giving support.  

You don’t have to do this alone, and you don’t have to burn out to grow. 

Doors to The Garden, our sustainable business & leadership growth program, close September 10th, and this is your last chance to join us before enrollment closes until next year. Whether you're discerning what's next, ready to gain more traction (without burnout), steady the growth, or building something bigger and need the structure to make it happen...we'd love to meet you there.

Ready to connect or gain clarity on next steps? Book a call with Anna,
or say hi on Instagram @apostolic_fruit
We’re praying for you and can’t wait to walk with you.

👉 apostolicfruit.com

Have you been let down by a coach, program, or investment that promised transformation, but disappointed or left you carrying the weight alone? 

Maybe you walked away with less money, more shame, or a hardened heart toward support. Maybe you’re afraid to trust again, even if something new feels aligned. 

The fear is real—and so is the ache for support that truly honors you. You're not broken for feeling cautious. You're wise for wanting something different this time.

In this episode, we open up a space for truth, healing, and discernment. You’ll hear:
🌿 Why your hesitation around investing again is deeply valid
🌿 The hidden cost of “doing it all alone” (and how to name it)
🌿 What to look for in coaching support that actually honors your pace, process, and discernment
🌿 The kinds of questions to ask before saying yes to a new investment
🌿 How to rebuild trust in yourself, and in the possibility of being supported differently

If you’ve been burned before and are wondering how to move forward, this episode will remind you: the problem wasn’t you, and the story’s not over. 

If you’re craving real, relational, wise support—but still feel the sting of past investments—this is your invitation to slow down, breathe, and discern.  

You deserve to be led in a way that builds trust, not breaks it. 

We invite you to connect with Anna whenever you’re ready❤️

Doors to The Garden, our sustainable business & leadership growth program, close September 10th, and this is your last chance to join us before enrollment closes until next year. Whether you're discerning what's next, ready to gain more traction (without burnout), steady the growth, or building something bigger and need the structure to make it happen...we'd love to meet you there.

Ready to connect or gain clarity on next steps? Book a call with Anna,
or say hi on Instagram @apostolic_fruit
We’re praying for you and can’t wait to walk with you.

👉 apostolicfruit.com