Scammers Aren't Just Hacking Computers. They're Hacking You.
The Vision
We envision a future where everyone is equipped with an "Emotional Firewall." Our goal is to build a world with:
How Emotional Firewalls Work
Learn to recognize manipulation tactics by understanding your emotional responses. Awareness is your strongest defense.
Join Our Community
Choose the level of engagement that works for you. All memberships include access to our supportive, non-judgmental community.
The Shield
Get protected with essential emotional firewall tools
- Monthly Emotional Firewalls Circle (Q&A and support)
The Guardian
($5-15/mo suggested)
Join the community and protect others
- Everything in The Shield
- Downloadable Guardian digital badge
- Community forum access
- Alternative: Refer 3 friends = Free Guardian status
The Elite
or $33+/month
Shape the future and access the founder
- Everything in The Guardian
- Quarterly Town Hall Zoom with founder
- Vote on which toolkit we build next
- Listed on "Wall of Shield Builders" (optional)
- Early access to beta features
Monthly Emotional Firewalls Pulse Circles
Learn to use your emotions as a shield in guided monthly sessions. A safe, non-judgmental space where we build awareness together.
Monthly Live Sessions
Join our facilitated circles where you'll practice recognizing emotional manipulation patterns in real-time scenarios.
Skill-Sharing Exercises
Learn practical techniques for setting digital boundaries, recognizing red flags, and building your awareness muscle through peer learning.
Global Community
Connect with members from over 150 countries, all learning at their own pace in a judgment-free environment.
Toolkit Resources
Take home practical toolkits after each circle covering topics like "Recognizing Emotional Triggers" and "Building Boundary Strength."
Monthly Themes
Spotting the Emotional Bait
Learning to recognize the common emotions scammers target, like fear, urgency, hope, or trust.
Mastering the Pause
Practicing the simple, powerful habit of pausing before you respond to protect your emotional space.
The Guilt-Free "No"
Learning how to confidently say "no" to high-pressure tactics without feeling guilt or fear.
Our Shared Shield
How we protect each other by sharing our experiences and spotting new scams together.
Our Promise: We're not therapists - we're your skill-building partners in emotional awareness. Learn at your own pace. No pressure, just progress.
Support Our Mission
Help us build a more emotionally intelligent world. Your donation supports the development of free resources and tools that empower communities worldwide.
DonateOur Ecosystem of Protection
We're the emotional intelligence layer that complements existing security solutions. Together, we create comprehensive digital safety.
Community Members
Individuals and families building emotional awareness and digital confidence through peer support.
Join the communityBusiness Partners
Organizations integrating emotional intelligence training alongside technical security measures.
Explore partnershipsFunding Partners
Investors and foundations funding the development of accessible emotional firewall tools globally.
Individual Champions
Donors helping us provide free resources and support to those who have encountered online manipulation.
Make an impactHow We Complement Existing Solutions
Technical Security Tools
We add the human layer - teaching people to recognize when their emotions are being weaponized.
Corporate Training Programs
We provide the emotional intelligence framework that makes technical training stick.
Law Enforcement Efforts
We prevent attacks before they happen through awareness, reducing the burden on reactive systems.
Emotional Firewalls Toolkits
Practical, specialized resources that help you build emotional awareness for specific digital threats.
Protect Your Heart
Build emotional boundaries in online dating and relationships. Learn to recognize when affection is being used as manipulation.
Learn moreGuard Your Future
Navigate cryptocurrency and investment opportunities with emotional clarity. Recognize when urgency and FOMO are being weaponized.
Learn moreShield Your Loved Ones
Build family-wide emotional awareness. Help loved ones recognize manipulation without judgment or fear.
Learn moreFrequently Asked Questions
💳 Membership & Access
Can I change my membership tier at any time?
Yes! You can upgrade or downgrade your membership at any time from your account settings. Changes will take effect at your next billing cycle. If you upgrade, you'll get immediate access to the new features.
What if I can't attend the live Pulse Circles?
No problem at all. We understand life is busy. All Pulse Circles are recorded and made available to members (typically within 24-48 hours). You can watch at your own pace and still access all the monthly resources.
What if I want to cancel my membership?
You are in full control and can cancel your membership at any time. You will retain full access to the community and all your features until the end of your current billing period.
❤️ Our Mission & Community
Why do I have to pay for a membership?
Your membership does two crucial things. First, it keeps this community platform secure, ad-free, and independent, focused purely on our mission without outside influence.
Second, your contribution directly funds our 'Shared Shield' initiative. A portion of all membership proceeds goes to building and distributing free 'Emotional Firewall' toolkits for highly vulnerable communities (like senior centers and youth groups) who cannot otherwise afford access to these resources. Your membership protects you and helps protect others.
I'm embarrassed that I was scammed (or almost was). Is this community safe for me?
Yes. You are precisely why this community exists, and you are not alone. Scams are designed by experts to exploit normal human emotions, and it is never your fault.
This is a judgment-free space built on shared experiences and collective strength. There is no shame here, only support. Your story, if you ever choose to share it, can become the 'shield' that protects another member.
Is this therapy?
This is an important distinction. No, this is not therapy or a substitute for professional mental health care.
We are a peer-support community focused on building practical, forward-looking skills. Think of it as a \"dojo\" for your mind. We don't analyze your past; we help you build an 'Emotional Firewall' to identify external manipulation tactics and strengthen your internal responses for the future.
What if I'm not \"technical\"? I don't know much about computers.
You don't need to be! This is the key: scammers have shifted from technical hacking to human hacking. They target your emotions, not your computer.
Our themes focus on human skills: spotting a high-pressure tactic (fear), mastering the 'pause' (patience), and saying \"no\" (confidence). If you can hold a conversation, you have all the skills you need to be here.
🔒 Privacy & Security
What if my data gets hacked if I share my emotional experiences?
This is our single most important priority. We've built this community with a 'security-first' and 'privacy-by-design' mindset.
1. We Don't Ask for Sensitive Data: Our toolkits and Pulse Circles are designed for reflection. We will never ask you to share specific, compromising personal information (like bank details, passwords, or identifying family secrets). The focus is always on the tactic and the emotion (e.g., \"I received an urgent text about a 'problem'\"), not the sensitive details.
2. You Are in Control: You are always 100% in control of what you choose to share. We teach you how to share experiences safely, focusing on the scammer's script, not your private information.
3. Secure Platform: We invest in modern, encrypted technology to protect all community interactions. Your privacy isn't an afterthought; it's the entire foundation of our 'Emotional Firewall'.
Ready to Build Your Emotional Firewall?
Join a global community of people learning to use their emotions as shields. Start with our free assessment.