Episode 16

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5th Nov 2025

Feminine Energy & Being

In this episode, we’re talking about the feminine art of being — and why our world desperately needs more of it.

We live in a culture that praises doing, productivity, achievement, and output. But true health comes from balance — not just in how we eat or move, but in how we live. Passion, creativity, social energy, hustle, and drive all require an equal opposite force: rest, grounding, softness, inward time, presence, and stillness.

Being is not “nothing.” Being is medicine.

We explore:


• the difference between feminine energy (being, intuition, receiving) and masculine energy (doing, structure, action)


• how constant doing dysregulates our nervous system and traps emotions in our body


• why we lose our joy, creativity, and flow when we only operate from masculine


• why our feminine energy actually makes us more effective at what we do


• practical ways to bring tiny pockets of being into your day

We also look at the spiritual layer — the truth that God meets us in quiet. Flowers bloom with no audience. Sunsets paint the sky every night. Beauty exists simply to be.


This episode is an invitation to slow down, soften, breathe deeper into your body, and reconnect with the part of you that already knows how to receive, rest, and allow life to unfold.


**Disclaimer: The information shared on this podcast is for educational and entertainment purposes only, and is not intended as medical advice. Always consult a qualified healthcare provider before making changes to your health routine. I am a certified Ayurvedic Wellness Coach, not a licensed medical doctor.

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Zen & Tonic: Wellness Unflitered
Holistic Living For Modern Women
Zen & Tonic is your cozy corner of the wellness world where ancient wisdom meets modern wellness. Hosted by Ayurvedic wellness coach Ally McMillan, this podcast is for women in their 20s and 30s who want to feel more connected to their bodies, balanced in their hormones, and grounded in their everyday routines. Here we discuss anything and everything from debunking health 'fads', aligning with natural cycles, eating with the seasons, hormonal and gut health, how to find the right lifestyle for your unique constitution, and so much more. So grab a cup of tea and join us for the most recent episode on the Zen and Tonic podcast!

This podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice.

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Ally McMillan

I'm Ally, your host! I'm so excited to have you here with me as we talk about all things health, wellness, and holistic living for the modern woman! I am a certified Ayurvedic Wellness coach, who takes on an integrative approach to health! This podcast focuses on all things wellness and lifestyle, where my focus is to have empowering wellness conversations that discuss attainable, appraochable ways to improve your health and bring you into balance! Thanks for listening, it really means so much to me to have you here :)