Mission Statement

Unfiltered exists to cut through the noise of the self-help industry and expose the mechanics behind why people stay stuck. I’m not here to sell you motivation or a dream version of yourself. I’m here to show you the real reasons progress stalls, the mental traps that keep you consuming, and the practical habits that actually create momentum. If you want a motivational quote to hang on your wall, there are plenty of places that will happily charge you for one. {place a link to a etsy store or something here.}

Most of the self-help world is built to keep you dependent. You’re given just enough insight to feel like you’re improving, but not enough to actually move. That loop isn’t accidental. It’s the business model. To them, you’re just a wonderful cash cow. Unfiltered is designed to break that cycle by focusing on what actually works, not what feels good in the moment.

I refuse to play the game that keeps you stuck in the “potential” loop. No funnels, no fake F.O.M.O, no deceptive sales practices, and no guru theatrics. Everything I share is rooted in honesty, practicality, and a clear understanding of how consumer behavior and psychology shape your choices. If something works, I’ll explain why. If it doesn’t, I’ll say it plainly. And if someone tries to sell you a “miracle mindset,” I’ll probably roll my eyes so hard you can hear it.

Growth shouldn’t be a luxury, and it shouldn’t be a trap. Unfiltered is built for people who want real change, not just the feeling of change. The goal isn’t to keep you coming back for more (unless you’re here for entertainment). You don’t need another course. You need fewer distractions and more real work.

If you’re ready to stop pretending you’re “on your journey” and start actually moving, you’re in the right place. This is the anti-guru club. We don’t do vibes, we do work. If you’re into honest thinking, practical habits, and progress that lasts, then it’s time to get to work.

About Me

I’ve always hated writing about myself. It feels like I’m supposed to justify my importance or perform some quiet act of self-promotion for people I’ve never met. Like I’m expected to explain why I matter. That posture has never sat right with me. I’m not interested in presenting myself as exceptional or deserving of attention by default.

The reality is simple. I’m just another person trying to understand how this whole thing works. I’m not enlightened. I don’t have it figured out. I’m not here to place myself above anyone else. I’m on the same train as everyone else, moving forward, watching the scenery change, knowing the ride ends eventually.

When I was younger, I was diagnosed with Asperger’s. At the time, it wasn’t explained in a way that actually helped. I didn’t get straight answers from people, so I started looking for them on my own. Psychology became a way to understand myself more clearly. At first, it was about survival and self-understanding. I was trying to make sense of why I felt different and how I fit into a world that often felt confusing.

Over time, that curiosity expanded outward. I realized I was good at listening. Good at noticing patterns in how people think, where they get stuck, and how they talk themselves in circles. I considered becoming a therapist, but the traditional route never quite fit. I was less interested in labels and treatment plans and more interested in growth, agency, and what actually changes how someone moves through their life.

I explored marketing and sales because they offered a real-world look at human behavior and a practical way to make a living. What turned me off was the incentive structure. Too much of it leaned on manipulation and dressing up mediocre products as life-changing solutions. Using psychological insight to push people toward things that did not genuinely help them felt wrong to me.

That skepticism extends to the self-help space as well. The barrier to entry is low, and while that can be empowering, it also creates an environment where desperate people are easy to exploit. I’m wary of the idea that happiness is the goal, that there’s a quick fix, or that growth should be painless. “Perfect just the way you are” often becomes a way to avoid the discomfort of real change.

This site exists for people who feel lost, confused, or unsure of where to go next. I imagine someone reading this late at night, not looking for hype or motivation, but for something that feels steady and honest. This is both a personal archive and a public conversation. I want it to be a place where high-quality ideas are shared freely, without funnels or pressure. I’m doing this for the love of the game.

Money has never been the point. It’s a tool, not a compass. I’m not willing to build or support things that go against my beliefs, even if that means turning down attention or income. I’d rather move slower and stay aligned than optimize myself into something hollow.

Outside of all this, I spend my time in ways that probably won’t impress anyone. I play video games when there’s nothing to optimize. I go deep into things that reward systems and strategy, like Magic: The Gathering. I have a quiet interest in fragrances, which says more about curiosity and nuance than image. When life gets noisy, I return to creative writing, poetry, and building out a fantasy world that gives my mind somewhere to wander.

If any of this resonates, you’re welcome here. I’m not here to be a guide or a guru. I’m just paying attention, thinking out loud, and sharing what I see along the way.