Dr Rebecca Jackson - The Quirky Brain Coach
@quirkybraincoach.bsky.social
Coach to neurodivergent academics and thinkers for zest, executive function, motivation & self-regulation. Positive psychology coaching research practitioner. Lover of Mossy the cockapoo. Avid traveller, learner & habit-stacker. #ADHD #Autistic
Experiences of awe and wonder seem to help us somehow gain perspective, requantify things and - I think - help us use our senses to anchor us in our own world. Awe is a great way for me to exploit my sensitive senses, instead of blocking them out. What generates awe for each may be different...
January 31, 2025 at 7:06 AM
Experiences of awe and wonder seem to help us somehow gain perspective, requantify things and - I think - help us use our senses to anchor us in our own world. Awe is a great way for me to exploit my sensitive senses, instead of blocking them out. What generates awe for each may be different...
Unidentified warm bright object!
A few days of sun and my mood and motivation are noticeably up. Light levels do interact with neurotransmitters, which is new knowledge for many of my coachees.
Next year, research, business and creative goals will be undertaken in summer for me and I will
A few days of sun and my mood and motivation are noticeably up. Light levels do interact with neurotransmitters, which is new knowledge for many of my coachees.
Next year, research, business and creative goals will be undertaken in summer for me and I will
January 31, 2025 at 6:57 AM
Unidentified warm bright object!
A few days of sun and my mood and motivation are noticeably up. Light levels do interact with neurotransmitters, which is new knowledge for many of my coachees.
Next year, research, business and creative goals will be undertaken in summer for me and I will
A few days of sun and my mood and motivation are noticeably up. Light levels do interact with neurotransmitters, which is new knowledge for many of my coachees.
Next year, research, business and creative goals will be undertaken in summer for me and I will
This is my mini me (my character mini). For years, I wanted to play Dungeons and Dragons but couldn't find people to play with. Now I have, and it's been affirming, inclusive and a lot of fun. I am learning to run games, and am looking at the psychological benefits for ADHD/autistic folks and
January 24, 2025 at 9:55 AM
This is my mini me (my character mini). For years, I wanted to play Dungeons and Dragons but couldn't find people to play with. Now I have, and it's been affirming, inclusive and a lot of fun. I am learning to run games, and am looking at the psychological benefits for ADHD/autistic folks and
Here are my "soft clothes" that I wear when I want to travel comfortably and reduce my sensory burden so I can concentrate on getting through customs - they also work for post-meltdown self-care in the middle of winter. 😉
January 21, 2025 at 6:01 AM
Here are my "soft clothes" that I wear when I want to travel comfortably and reduce my sensory burden so I can concentrate on getting through customs - they also work for post-meltdown self-care in the middle of winter. 😉
If you want to go further, you can then map what you've noted about your sensorium to certain sensory supports or environmental tweaks e.g. noise on bus > noise cancelling headphones, bright lights in supermarket > polarised glasses, smells of cleaning products > change to unscented brand.
January 21, 2025 at 6:01 AM
If you want to go further, you can then map what you've noted about your sensorium to certain sensory supports or environmental tweaks e.g. noise on bus > noise cancelling headphones, bright lights in supermarket > polarised glasses, smells of cleaning products > change to unscented brand.
Cold water?
We usually either love it or hate it. What you feel about cold water is part of your sensory profile - something we all have & specific to us. If you are later-discovered #autistic, it can be useful to map your sensory profile so you know what to mitigate/have more of.
We usually either love it or hate it. What you feel about cold water is part of your sensory profile - something we all have & specific to us. If you are later-discovered #autistic, it can be useful to map your sensory profile so you know what to mitigate/have more of.
January 21, 2025 at 6:01 AM
Cold water?
We usually either love it or hate it. What you feel about cold water is part of your sensory profile - something we all have & specific to us. If you are later-discovered #autistic, it can be useful to map your sensory profile so you know what to mitigate/have more of.
We usually either love it or hate it. What you feel about cold water is part of your sensory profile - something we all have & specific to us. If you are later-discovered #autistic, it can be useful to map your sensory profile so you know what to mitigate/have more of.
Knowing my sensory profile makes it easier to regulate myself. I'm under-sensitive to cold so I enjoy it. Sometimes sitting in the cold for a while is a form of stimming that helps me feel alert. I love frosty mornings in particular. What about you, as we all have different profiles. #Autism #AuDHD
January 2, 2025 at 8:06 AM
Meet Striker Thunderscale, my high rizz scholar-paladin alter-ego from Dungeons and Dragons. Next year, I am embarking on positive psychology coaching research on games and role-playing, and any opportunities for appropriate application in coaching. I'm proper excited! 🛡️⚔️🧤📜
#ADHD #Autism #DnD
#ADHD #Autism #DnD
December 5, 2024 at 6:53 AM
Winter blues? This year, I'm being as proactive as I can be to give myself the optimal experience of the darker months.
If you're ADHD and/or autistic, the change in season can come with sensory, chemical and routine-based changes. Today's newsletter may help with that...
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If you're ADHD and/or autistic, the change in season can come with sensory, chemical and routine-based changes. Today's newsletter may help with that...
mailchi.mp/5a3112667a28...
September 23, 2024 at 5:02 AM
Winter blues? This year, I'm being as proactive as I can be to give myself the optimal experience of the darker months.
If you're ADHD and/or autistic, the change in season can come with sensory, chemical and routine-based changes. Today's newsletter may help with that...
mailchi.mp/5a3112667a28...
If you're ADHD and/or autistic, the change in season can come with sensory, chemical and routine-based changes. Today's newsletter may help with that...
mailchi.mp/5a3112667a28...
The winter blues has cropped up a few times in my life as an AuDHDer, and I'm going to be proactive this year!
Tomorrow's newsletter is about my experience of winter blues and some ideas for you to reflect on. You can sign up here to get it
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#ADHD #Autism #AuDHD
Tomorrow's newsletter is about my experience of winter blues and some ideas for you to reflect on. You can sign up here to get it
thequirkybrain.coach/contact/#new...
#ADHD #Autism #AuDHD
September 22, 2024 at 9:10 AM
The winter blues has cropped up a few times in my life as an AuDHDer, and I'm going to be proactive this year!
Tomorrow's newsletter is about my experience of winter blues and some ideas for you to reflect on. You can sign up here to get it
thequirkybrain.coach/contact/#new...
#ADHD #Autism #AuDHD
Tomorrow's newsletter is about my experience of winter blues and some ideas for you to reflect on. You can sign up here to get it
thequirkybrain.coach/contact/#new...
#ADHD #Autism #AuDHD
I've just had a very near miss with burnout. I have completely had to redo my priorities, putting energy management at the top. I wrote a blog on what I did and why in case this is something that's becoming a priority for you thequirkybrain.coach/whats-your-n...
November 13, 2023 at 10:11 AM
I've just had a very near miss with burnout. I have completely had to redo my priorities, putting energy management at the top. I wrote a blog on what I did and why in case this is something that's becoming a priority for you thequirkybrain.coach/whats-your-n...
I don't know who needs to hear this but little and often is better than nothing and never. Sometimes, if I feel I can't spend enough time working towards a task or goal I don't start because I feel it's not worth it.
This is why I try to do things for a few minutes when I can. It adds up over time.
This is why I try to do things for a few minutes when I can. It adds up over time.
October 8, 2023 at 7:06 AM
I don't know who needs to hear this but little and often is better than nothing and never. Sometimes, if I feel I can't spend enough time working towards a task or goal I don't start because I feel it's not worth it.
This is why I try to do things for a few minutes when I can. It adds up over time.
This is why I try to do things for a few minutes when I can. It adds up over time.
My latest newsletter contains a banging view of Everest, if I do say so myself.
If you'd like to sample one of my newsletters (and see Everest) and then sign up, the link is here for you to read.
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If you'd like to sample one of my newsletters (and see Everest) and then sign up, the link is here for you to read.
mailchi.mp/63bda1598177... (copy and paste into browser or sign up via my website).
October 2, 2023 at 7:54 AM
My latest newsletter contains a banging view of Everest, if I do say so myself.
If you'd like to sample one of my newsletters (and see Everest) and then sign up, the link is here for you to read.
mailchi.mp/63bda1598177... (copy and paste into browser or sign up via my website).
If you'd like to sample one of my newsletters (and see Everest) and then sign up, the link is here for you to read.
mailchi.mp/63bda1598177... (copy and paste into browser or sign up via my website).
After a few weeks away, E and I had our first coaching session. E was really happy with our session and reached out to tell me why.
I'm booked up until November so if you're thinking of working with me, arrange your consult today and get on my waiting list to start coaching so you don't miss out!
I'm booked up until November so if you're thinking of working with me, arrange your consult today and get on my waiting list to start coaching so you don't miss out!
October 2, 2023 at 6:16 AM
After a few weeks away, E and I had our first coaching session. E was really happy with our session and reached out to tell me why.
I'm booked up until November so if you're thinking of working with me, arrange your consult today and get on my waiting list to start coaching so you don't miss out!
I'm booked up until November so if you're thinking of working with me, arrange your consult today and get on my waiting list to start coaching so you don't miss out!
I made it to Everest Base Camp last week.
I have only just got back to the UK and am starting to share what happened and the benefits/lessons I experienced on the trek!
I've got a podcast episode on this coming out in a day or two so keep your eyes peeled!
I have only just got back to the UK and am starting to share what happened and the benefits/lessons I experienced on the trek!
I've got a podcast episode on this coming out in a day or two so keep your eyes peeled!
September 28, 2023 at 10:38 AM
I made it to Everest Base Camp last week.
I have only just got back to the UK and am starting to share what happened and the benefits/lessons I experienced on the trek!
I've got a podcast episode on this coming out in a day or two so keep your eyes peeled!
I have only just got back to the UK and am starting to share what happened and the benefits/lessons I experienced on the trek!
I've got a podcast episode on this coming out in a day or two so keep your eyes peeled!
How did I prepare to meet and influence my sensory needs in advance of Everest Base Camp - read about the process I went through to set myself up for an enjoyable trip in a way that works for my brain.
thequirkybrain.coach/how-i-prepar...
thequirkybrain.coach/how-i-prepar...
September 6, 2023 at 10:33 AM
How did I prepare to meet and influence my sensory needs in advance of Everest Base Camp - read about the process I went through to set myself up for an enjoyable trip in a way that works for my brain.
thequirkybrain.coach/how-i-prepar...
thequirkybrain.coach/how-i-prepar...
I've finally achieved my goal of 365 days of meditation in a row.
This week's newsletter sets out the tips I used to do this in a way that works for my brain.
Have you signed up yet? If not, the link to read/sign up is below!
mailchi.mp/7f446064cd84...
This week's newsletter sets out the tips I used to do this in a way that works for my brain.
Have you signed up yet? If not, the link to read/sign up is below!
mailchi.mp/7f446064cd84...
September 4, 2023 at 6:44 AM
I've finally achieved my goal of 365 days of meditation in a row.
This week's newsletter sets out the tips I used to do this in a way that works for my brain.
Have you signed up yet? If not, the link to read/sign up is below!
mailchi.mp/7f446064cd84...
This week's newsletter sets out the tips I used to do this in a way that works for my brain.
Have you signed up yet? If not, the link to read/sign up is below!
mailchi.mp/7f446064cd84...
If you're ADHD, autistic or AuDHD, you may experience challenges with executive functions - brain processes that help you to function out there in the world.
Did you know coaching can actually boost your executive functions?
Read more on how and why it works...
thequirkybrain.coach/3-ways-that-...
Did you know coaching can actually boost your executive functions?
Read more on how and why it works...
thequirkybrain.coach/3-ways-that-...
September 3, 2023 at 6:49 AM
If you're ADHD, autistic or AuDHD, you may experience challenges with executive functions - brain processes that help you to function out there in the world.
Did you know coaching can actually boost your executive functions?
Read more on how and why it works...
thequirkybrain.coach/3-ways-that-...
Did you know coaching can actually boost your executive functions?
Read more on how and why it works...
thequirkybrain.coach/3-ways-that-...
Have you got things to do but...you're not motivated to do them?
My blog post teaches you how to use "MAP" to build motivation to help you follow through on your desires.
3 simple ingredients is all it takes...read on to find out more!
thequirkybrain.coach/how-to-creat...
My blog post teaches you how to use "MAP" to build motivation to help you follow through on your desires.
3 simple ingredients is all it takes...read on to find out more!
thequirkybrain.coach/how-to-creat...
September 2, 2023 at 7:07 PM
Have you got things to do but...you're not motivated to do them?
My blog post teaches you how to use "MAP" to build motivation to help you follow through on your desires.
3 simple ingredients is all it takes...read on to find out more!
thequirkybrain.coach/how-to-creat...
My blog post teaches you how to use "MAP" to build motivation to help you follow through on your desires.
3 simple ingredients is all it takes...read on to find out more!
thequirkybrain.coach/how-to-creat...
Want to know what it's like to work with me as your coach? This testimonial from A might help you see the benefits of my approach. Get in touch to request a consult for October.
September 1, 2023 at 1:28 PM
Want to know what it's like to work with me as your coach? This testimonial from A might help you see the benefits of my approach. Get in touch to request a consult for October.
Episode 3 is out of The Quirky Brain Coach podcast - it's on a roadmap to help you break bigger tasks down so that you feel able to do them.
There's a diagram in the show notes to help you follow along. Have a listen if you feel like you fancy it!
thequirkybraincoach.podbean.com/e/episode-3-...
There's a diagram in the show notes to help you follow along. Have a listen if you feel like you fancy it!
thequirkybraincoach.podbean.com/e/episode-3-...
August 28, 2023 at 1:42 PM
Episode 3 is out of The Quirky Brain Coach podcast - it's on a roadmap to help you break bigger tasks down so that you feel able to do them.
There's a diagram in the show notes to help you follow along. Have a listen if you feel like you fancy it!
thequirkybraincoach.podbean.com/e/episode-3-...
There's a diagram in the show notes to help you follow along. Have a listen if you feel like you fancy it!
thequirkybraincoach.podbean.com/e/episode-3-...
Do you love or hate breaking tasks down?
If this is a technique that you'd like to adopt and adopt, here's my own reluctant adoption of this strategy!
Read my latest blog to find out what I did, how I crafted the process, and how it helped me massively
thequirkybrain.coach/breaking-tas...!
If this is a technique that you'd like to adopt and adopt, here's my own reluctant adoption of this strategy!
Read my latest blog to find out what I did, how I crafted the process, and how it helped me massively
thequirkybrain.coach/breaking-tas...!
August 26, 2023 at 7:16 AM
Do you love or hate breaking tasks down?
If this is a technique that you'd like to adopt and adopt, here's my own reluctant adoption of this strategy!
Read my latest blog to find out what I did, how I crafted the process, and how it helped me massively
thequirkybrain.coach/breaking-tas...!
If this is a technique that you'd like to adopt and adopt, here's my own reluctant adoption of this strategy!
Read my latest blog to find out what I did, how I crafted the process, and how it helped me massively
thequirkybrain.coach/breaking-tas...!
The line in the sand is a commitment that you make to yourself that you don't waiver on because
- you chose it
- it is true & right
- it is doable
- it aligns to who you are
- it relates to something you believe in
My line in the sand is to go for a short brisk walk each morning. What's yours?
- you chose it
- it is true & right
- it is doable
- it aligns to who you are
- it relates to something you believe in
My line in the sand is to go for a short brisk walk each morning. What's yours?
August 24, 2023 at 6:22 AM
The line in the sand is a commitment that you make to yourself that you don't waiver on because
- you chose it
- it is true & right
- it is doable
- it aligns to who you are
- it relates to something you believe in
My line in the sand is to go for a short brisk walk each morning. What's yours?
- you chose it
- it is true & right
- it is doable
- it aligns to who you are
- it relates to something you believe in
My line in the sand is to go for a short brisk walk each morning. What's yours?
This weekend, I climbed my first mountain. I've "failed" at other mountains so far. With self-coaching, reflection, planning & moral support, I was able to meet my sensory and emotional needs so that I could confidently reach my first mountain summit. With the right approach, we can do hard things.
August 22, 2023 at 7:43 AM
This weekend, I climbed my first mountain. I've "failed" at other mountains so far. With self-coaching, reflection, planning & moral support, I was able to meet my sensory and emotional needs so that I could confidently reach my first mountain summit. With the right approach, we can do hard things.
What kind of relationship do you have with your emotions? Understanding my triggers, and which emotions I am having and why has helped me to craft my life/ relationships to suit my needs, giving me better mental health. I have a workshop to help you do the same www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/building-e...
August 22, 2023 at 7:28 AM
What kind of relationship do you have with your emotions? Understanding my triggers, and which emotions I am having and why has helped me to craft my life/ relationships to suit my needs, giving me better mental health. I have a workshop to help you do the same www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/building-e...