In this episode, Meli sits down with Dr. Gabby Rivera, an acupuncturist and energy worker whose journey embodies the heart of integrative wellness. Together, they explore how acupuncture bridges body, mind, and energy, helping us restore balance, release tension, and reconnect with our natural vitality. Gabby shares her perspective on what it means to practice integrative health, how energy flows through the body, and why acupuncture can be such a powerful ally for stress, hormones, and nervous system regulation. She also opens up about weaving in other modalities like hypnotherapy and nutrition, showing how true healing happens when we work with the whole person, not just symptoms. Whether you’re new to acupuncture or simply curious about energy medicine, this conversation invites you to see healing as a dialogue, one that starts within. Practical takeaway: Gabby closes the episode with a simple grounding practice you can try today to reconnect with your body’s energy and calm your nervous system. 📍 Connect with Gabby:frontporchacupuncture.com 💫 Rebuilding energy from the root, one episode at a time. Produced by Meli Kirkwood @melikirkwood