At 20, I told myself porn was the smarter choice — easier than dealing with women, no distractions, no risk. It felt like I was doing myself a favor.
I didn't see it turning into an addiction. It happened slowly enough that I didn't notice the line I'd crossed. I had a partner. And there were nights I chose porn over her — over an actual person who wanted to be with me — because it was easier than being present.
Then it stopped being a choice. I couldn't go without it. Anxiety crept in. Talking to real people got harder — awkward, like I'd lost the muscle for it. I'd quit for a few days and restart alone at night, telling myself this time would be different.
I built Filtersight because I needed something I didn't have back then: a real barrier, and someone who'd actually know if I broke it. Not to shame anyone. Just to make the next click harder than the decision to stop.
If this sounds familiar, you're not the only one. That's the whole reason this exists.