Ep 8. Off the Deep End

The Total Bellas season 5 episode 8 titled "Off the Deep End" follows the lives of WWE superstars and twin sisters Nikki and Brie Bella, as they navigate their personal and professional lives.

In this episode, Nikki and Brie are seen embracing the Florida lifestyle by taking part in various water activities. Nikki is keen on water sports such as jet skiing, while Brie prefers a more laid-back approach with paddleboarding. They are accompanied by their significant others, Artem and Bryan respectively, who are there to witness their adventurous side.

However, the episode takes a turn when Nikki expresses her anxiety towards a certain water activity, which brings up past trauma from a childhood water sports accident. As Nikki struggles to overcome her fear, Brie tries to be supportive, but also encourages her sister to face her fears and conquer them. This leads the twins to have an emotional heart-to-heart conversation about their bond and how they have always been there for each other.

Meanwhile, Bryan is shown taking a keen interest in expanding his sustainability efforts and the couple visits a farm that practices regenerative agriculture to learn more about the potential of regenerative living. Brie expresses her support for Bryan's passion and talks about how she would like to make impactful changes in their household, such as growing their own food and using sustainable products.

The episode also features the Bellas' mother, Kathy, who is trying to navigate life after her recent divorce. She seeks the advice and support of her daughters, which prompts them to reflect on their own marriages and families. Kathy also invites her ex-husband, Jon, to discuss how they can co-parent their son, JJ, successfully.

Overall, "Off the Deep End" is an emotional and insightful episode that showcases the importance of family bonds, overcoming fears, and making meaningful changes in one's life for the betterment of oneself and the environment.