What if the Darkness Isn't Something to Fear?   .... and to be clear, that isn't a reference to the popular glamrock band from the early 2000's (although some of those outfits Justin wore were quite unnerving)...   In this week’s episode of Spooky Shifts, I'm back, after a whirlwind few weeks (new hyperfocus alert: The Aspinall Apothecary Christmas market stall prep 🎄🪄) to dive into the real magic of Halloween — and what happens when we stop being afraid of the dark. You’ll hear about: 🎃 The true history of Halloween — soul cakes, lanterns and liminal spaces. 🧠 Why ADHD brains love Halloween 🌑 The Dark Mother archetype and what she teaches us 🛁 How to create a dark bath ritual to honour stillness and transition ✨ Witchy oils and simple magical touches for the season (Wild Orange, Clove, Cinnamon) Whether you’re donning a witch hat, carving pumpkins, or sinking into warm water by candlelight, this episode is your invitation to honour the darkness as something sacred, not scary. 🖤 Spooky Shifts is an October mini-series from Little Bottles, Big Shifts — blending witchy wisdom, ADHD realities, and seasonal ritual. 🔗 Links & Resources 🌿 Essential Oils mentioned (please email me for oil purchasing info): doTERRA Wild Orange Essential Oil — joy & play doTERRA Clove Essential Oil — protection & warmth doTERRA Cinnamon Bark Essential Oil — fire & celebration 🪄 Instagram: @theaspinallapothecary Get my Free Cycle & Meds Tracker: Download here My ADHD essential oil recommendations: Download here Enjoying this podcast?  Say thanks with caffeine! Buy me an online coffee ☕️ 😘