A Little About Me
Hey, I’m Cody: a chemist, research nerd, and someone who spent years trying to improve my life using advice that sounded good but fell apart the moment I tried to apply it.
Like a lot of neurodivergent people, I kept running into the same wall: self‑help wasn’t built for brains like mine. It was built for people who thrive on routines, respond to motivational slogans, and don’t need to question every claim before trying it.
So I stopped trying to force myself into systems that didn’t fit and turned to what does make sense to me: science, skepticism, and structured thinking.
My background in physical and analytical chemistry trained me to question assumptions, look for evidence, and avoid neat conclusions that don’t survive scrutiny. I bring that same mindset here. Skeptical Improvement is my long‑term project — part lab notebook, part personal experiment, part attempt to understand how change actually works.
I’m not a guru. I’m not selling certainty. I’m here to test ideas, break down research, and share what holds up in the real world.
What You'll Find Here
evidence‑based habit analysis
scientific literacy for everyday life
realistic strategies for neurodivergent brains
critiques of popular self‑help claims
honest reflections on what works and what doesn’t
Every week, I publish two posts:
Monday Mains
Deep‑dive analyses of major ideas, books, or claims — starting with Atomic Habits.
Friday Flux
A weekly scientific‑literacy lesson: how to read research, evaluate sources, and avoid being misled by confident‑sounding nonsense.
Who This Blog is For
people who want clarity instead of clichés
readers who enjoy research and skepticism
anyone tired of “just be disciplined” advice
neurodivergent folks who need systems that actually fit
people who want to understand why habits work, not just how
If you want improvement that’s honest, evidence‑based, and built for real humans — welcome.
Why I’m Doing This
Because I’m tired of advice that collapses under pressure. Because I want to understand the world, not just cope with it. Because science is a tool for clarity — and clarity is a tool for change. Because improvement shouldn’t require pretending to be someone you’re not.
And because skepticism, when paired with curiosity, becomes something powerful: a way forward that actually works.
I'd love to hear your feedback
Have a self-help topic you want broken down? Interested in a scientific literacy skill? Send me a message below so I can cover your suggestions!