Inside The Wellness Hive+ :Unplugged

In this heartfelt finale, Gabriella brings Season 1 to a close with reflection, gratitude, and intention. Together, we revisit the stories, conversations, and healing moments that shaped the first season of Inside the Wellness Hive Unplugged.This closing episode weaves: A beautiful recap of the season’s themes Highlights from guest conversations Gabriella’s personal reflections and lessons Listener stories and questions A gentle ritual to close one season and welcome the nextWhether you’ve been here from the beginning or you’re joining the Hive now, this finale invites you into a moment of pause — a place to honour your own healing, acknowledge your seasons, and open yourself to what’s coming next.Thank you for being here. Season 1 complete — may your hive hum and your bloom continue to unfold.Don't forget to follow us to say up on all the [email protected]

In this episode of Inside the Wellness Hive, host Gabriella welcomes Jodie Muir, a registered social worker and psychotherapist, to discuss the importance of empathy, compassion, and evidence-based practice in therapy. Jodie shares her journey to founding Root & Bloom Therapy Services, emphasizing the significance of grounding before growth and the cyclical nature of personal development. They explore the challenges of perinatal mental health, the power of choice in parenting, and the importance of teaching children to face their fears. The conversation highlights the value of embracing all emotions and offers practical tools for those feeling stuck. Jodie also shares exciting developments at Root & Bloom, including new community offerings.Keywords: wellness, mental health, therapy, perinatal support, empathy, compassion, evidence-based practice, grounding, growth, parenting, emotional healthTakeawaysEmpathy and compassion are foundational in therapy.Grounding is essential before pursuing growth.Seasons of life impact our growth and wellness.It's important to recognize the difference between normal and common experiences in parenting.Every emotion serves a purpose and should be acknowledged.Parents can project their childhood fears onto their children.Teaching kids to face their fears fosters resilience.Self-compassion is crucial in navigating life's challenges.Feeling stuck can stem from unrealistic expectations.Practical tools like ice therapy can help regulate emotions.The Wellness Hive +W: ⁠thewellnesshive.ca⁠IG: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/thewellnesshive.inc/⁠FB: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/people/The-Wellness-Hive-Inc/61568517020710/?mibextid=LQQJ4dRoot & Bloom TherapyW: www.rootandbloomtherapy.caIG:https://www.instagram.com/rootandbloomtherapyservices/#FB: https://www.facebook.com/people/Root-and-Bloom-Therapy-Services/61574966810538/

Being kind to yourself can feel impossible in a world that celebrates hustle and perfection. In this reflective solo episode, Gabriella explores what self-compassion really means, why it’s so hard, and how to practice it in everyday life. With gentle storytelling, practical tools, and a guided self-compassion exercise, you’ll learn to quiet the inner critic and offer yourself the same care you so freely give others.

In this episode of Inside the Wellness Hive Unplugged, Gabriella sits down with Kate Scott — a Social Worker with over 15 years of experience and a fierce advocate for people living with both mental health and substance use challenges. Kate’s work spans frontline support, harm reduction advocacy, and groundbreaking PhD research at the University of Windsor, where she explores how systemic barriers keep people from getting the care they need.Together, we unpack the ways our mental health and addiction systems operate in silos — and how this separation creates devastating gaps for people with concurrent disorders. Kate shares her thoughts on the current debates around involuntary treatment and the push to close harm reduction sites, highlighting the real-life impact these decisions have on communities.From the disconnect between research and practice, to why integrated treatment is still so rare despite decades of evidence, to powerful stories from the field, Kate reminds us that the heart of recovery is compassion, dignity, and meeting people where they’re at. Because, as she says, “dead people don’t recover.”

What if your relationship with pleasure was a gateway to healing?In this powerful and heart-centered episode I am joined by Taylor McConnachie—Registered Psychotherapist, AASECT Certified Sex Therapist, and founder of Embodied Sexual Wellness—for a deep, affirming conversation about sexuality, shame, and somatic healing.Together, we explore:What "embodied sexual wellness" really means—and why it mattersHow trauma, shame, and disconnection can affect our relationship with pleasureWhy safe, inclusive, and affirming healing spaces are essentialPractical ways to rebuild trust with your body and desiresNavigating communication, consent, and intimacy in relationshipsThe culture shifts we need when it comes to sexual wellness and mental healthTaylor’s approach is trauma-informed, sex-positive, kink-aware, and queer-affirming—bringing a deeply compassionate and holistic lens to topics that are often misunderstood or left in the shadows.Whether you're beginning your journey of sexual healing or just curious about what it means to live more fully in yourbody, this episode offers insight, empathy, and empowerment. Stay Connected:Website: https://www.embodiedsexualwellness.com/Instagram: @embodiedsexualwellness