Little Bottles, Big Shifts: ADHD Wellness Podcast for Women

Little Bottles, Big Shifts: ADHD Wellness Podcast for Women

By Imelda AspinallHealth & FitnessMental Health
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  • 2. So You Think You Might Have ADHD...... what next....?

    Does the thought of getting assessed for ADHD as an adult sound terrifying?

    Spoiler: it’s not.

    In this episode of Little Bottles, Big Shifts, I walk you through the ADHD assessment process — step-by-step — with zero jargon, minimal waffle, and a cuppa in hand.

    We’ll cover:

    • How to approach your GP (so you can go in prepared)
    • The Adult ADHD Self-Report Scale (and why it’s your secret weapon)
    • The three main pathways: NHS, Right To Choose, and private (including pros, cons, costs, and wait times)
    • What on earth 'titration' is (and why it’s not as scary as it sounds)
    • Reassurance, encouragement, and the truth about what diagnosis can unlock for you (no, it's not just meds!)

      • Whether you’re just starting to wonder about ADHD, or you’re gearing up for your first GP chat, this episode is here to make the process feel doable, not daunting.

      🔍 Links & Resources:

      • The Adult ADHD Self-Report Scale Questions
      • ADHD UK – Right to Choose Guide
      • NHS Assessment Process

        • 📍 Next Episode Teaser: In Episode 3, we’re tackling the big one – Meds or No Meds? – my honest take on ADHD medication, side effects, benefits, and the myths that need busting.

        14 min
      • 1. The Four Letter 'L-bomb'

        If you’ve ever called yourself lazy, flaky, or just 'bad at adulting', this episode is for you.


        In my first full episode of Little Bottles, Big Shifts, I’m sharing my ADHD story, why the “lazy” label is just plain wrong, and how to start seeing your brain in a new light.

        We’ll talk about:

        • My late ADHD diagnosis (and the relief that came with it)

        • Why ADHD traits in women are so often misunderstood

        • How to reframe “laziness” into what’s really going on 

        • The oils and grounding rituals that helped me shift my self-sabotage

        • A simple, 5-minute action to try when you feel stuck

          • Whether you’re newly diagnosed, suspect you might have ADHD, or just want a more compassionate way of looking at yourself, you’ll find practical, doable tips here.

          Let’s Chat:

          What’s one story you’ve been telling yourself about your brain — and how could you shift it? Send me a message on Instagram or email, and I might share it in a future episode.

          Resources & Links:

          • Follow me on Instagram/Facebook: @theaspinallapothecary


          • Oils mentioned: Balance, Adaptiv, Wild Orange (dōTERRA)

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            10 min

          About Little Bottles, Big Shifts: ADHD Wellness Podcast for Women

          From the publisher's feed

          Warm, honest (and a little bit woo) — Little Bottles, Big Shifts is your bitesize dose of ADHD-friendly wellness, self-compassion, and simple tools that actually work for women with busy, brilliant, neurodivergent brains.