Since 2009, we've given visibility to research and personal accounts demonstrating how pornography can negatively impact individuals, relationships, and society. Through this grassroots movement, millions of people have found hope and freedom. We couldn't do this without Fighters like you!
This movement has been crucial to my 10+ years recovering from porn. Since being introduced as an 8-year-old child, I have found the light on the other side of the tunnel, but recovery is not easy. Thank you for your openness and honesty about what porn does to our brains and lives. I was gifted a Street Team kit for Christmas and I took it to Romania and handed FTND’s resources to students who had never before taken the time to consider the dangers of porn over its momentary pleasure. I wish you could have seen the lightbulb going off in their eyes! It’s only right that I can support you guys, so I do.
I remember crying and trying to find a way to tell my parents. I was so worried about how they would react. After five minutes of sobbing in front of them, I said the words out loud that I vowed I would never say: “Mom, Dad, I’m addicted to pornography and I need your help.” The first thing my mother said was, “I am so proud of you.” The first thing my dad said was, “I have 35 years of experience with this, and I am ready to help. We can do this together. I love you.” There is nothing I believe in more than cultivating trusting relationships so that you have people to fall back on who love you perfectly and will help you always.
Fight the new drug has played a pivotal role in my victory over porn. Thanks to the resources and knowledge provided by FTND not only have I been able to overcome porn, but my marriage has been restored, and I’m only a few days away from celebrating 1,000 days porn free! I hope my small contribution can continue to help others that were in the same struggle I have been.
My husband has been on the road to recovery for 5 years. Watching him grow into the man he is without porn has been a beautiful transformation–not easy, but SO worth it. His addiction started when he was 5. With a rough childhood, porn made him feel safe and loved when he felt anxious or upset. Those were false perceptions, which he learned as he grew and saw porn’s damage.
He told me about his addiction in 2017. At first, I didn’t know how to support him and had to work through my own emotions. But the past year has been the best year of our relationship. Even though he is still recovering, I’m so proud of how far he’s come and his choice to be on this journey. No one truly understands the depths of the addiction and how it can ruin every aspect of your life. My husband has always been an amazing man. I am overjoyed to watch him live in freedom and confidence. He is an amazing husband, father, and friend.
I love this page and the content that it shares. I was listening to the “Consider Before Consuming” podcast one day in my room, and it was the one with Terry Crews. Right then, something in my brain clicked, and from then on I’ve never watched porn or even had interest in being friends with people on social media who share graphic things. I was so enlightened. And it just CLICKED! My brain clicked! And from then on, I’ve never seen or watched any porn at all anymore. I really appreciate this page and you guys are so freaking awesome! I love you guys! Y’all are the best! You guys have changed my life and enlightened me, and educated me on how negatively porn affects me. I now don’t think there’s anything positive about porn, and I’ve never looked back. I was set free. I have so much respect and love for you guys. #PornKillsLove
I watched Brain, Heart, World, this weekend and it’s a must-see. The explanation of porn’s effects on your brain, relationships, and the world caught my eye because the message never centered on whether porn is “good” or “bad,” but rather was based on scientific evidence. It was approachable for young minds. I was quickly hooked, playing one episode after another. Mixing personal stories with professional perspectives was an effective way to show how a consumer’s brain changes when exposed to porn, and the ways can alter our personality, preferences, and approach to life.
What I liked the most was the hopeful tone of the documentary. Despite showing terrible effects and heartbreaking stories, it sends an optimistic message, addressing directly people who may be trapped in porn consumption and giving them information as to where to turn for help.
I am struggling with my porn addiction. I’ve had it since I was a kid and now that I’m older I understand the damage it can do to myself. I have decided to end this addiction and am starting to work towards that goal. I’ve joined the movement and will hopefully be free of it. I appreciate y’all for all of the encouragement that you put out!
