In my latest blog post, I talked mostly about the disadvantages of doing porn. And yes, they are real — stigma, judgment, misrepresentation, and more. But when I started in 2011, I already knew all of them.

So why do I do it anyway?

Antisexism

As a woman, I’m legally allowed to do anything a man does. But the moment I claim that freedom, especially with my body or sexuality, I risk being criticized, bullied, or ostracized. Doing porn is my way of affirming my freedom to live as I please. It’s an act of autonomy and defiance in a world still soaked in double standards.

Sensorial Possibilities

Porn allows me to explore fantasies — both mine and others’ — that I could never experience in real life. Last year, I got “raped” by a tree in a film and won an AVN award for it. That was never a personal fantasy, but when the director offered it, I thought: Why not? It turned out to be one of the most creatively exciting shoots I’ve done. Through porn, I get to expand my senses, play with imagination, and discover new parts of myself and others.

Creativity

I love creating content. For me, porn is not just about sexual satisfaction — it’s performance, expression, and transformation. I learned how to walk, talk, act, do my makeup, and costume myself. Living in a fantasy is a full sensory art form, and I love the creative freedom it gives me.

Safety

Porn gives me a way to explore intense fantasies in a safe, controlled environment. On set, I don’t risk untreatable STDs or dealing with someone stalking me afterward. My safety is literally in the producer’s best interest — because I’m not just a person on set, I’m their investment. That creates boundaries and protocols that dating or private sex doesn’t offer.

Calling

Not everyone could handle the judgment or social isolation that sometimes comes with doing porn. But I know myself. I have the kind of personality that can fight stigma without falling apart. This battle isn’t easy, but with strong ideas and heart, I can keep going. I was made for this.

Rationality

There’s no logical reason not to do porn — for the people it suits. It’s not for everyone, of course, just like being a doctor or fashion designer isn’t for everyone. But stigma? That’s not a good enough reason to avoid something. It would be like quitting school because a bully won’t stop picking on you. You don’t let the bully win.

Knowledge

Sex isn’t just a physical interest for me — it’s intellectual. I’ve always been fascinated by it. And yet, in universities and “serious” discourse, sex remains taboo. Ironically, we study animal sexuality more openly than our own. No book could teach me what I’ve learned from being a porn performer. It’s a form of embodied knowledge, and it matters.

Freedom

Porn lets me rethink society’s values — and choose my own. Since I’ve already been labeled a “whore” by society, I have nothing to lose and total freedom of speech. I don’t have to tiptoe around brands or employers. Many of my colleagues are like that too — clear as water, spontaneous, real. Maybe not perfect, but rarely fake.

There are hundreds of websites you could potentially work for, or you could choose to be independent on platforms like OnlyFans, or even launch your own website, if you have money to invest. But before you go any further, ask yourself some serious questions.

Why Do You Want to Do It?

Many people think porn is easy money. It’s not. Sure, everyone likes sex — but that doesn’t mean you’ll be able to perform and cum on command, in front of cameras, under bright lights, and possibly with people you’re not even attracted to. Some days can be long, uncomfortable, and difficult. You might think you can just “push through” even if you don’t enjoy it, but that mindset can seriously mess with your mental health.

Imagine being forced to eat something you find disgusting — not once, but several times a week. Not something you might grow to like, but something that feels wrong. Over time, that could lead to a disordered relationship with food. The same kind of emotional detachment can happen in porn if your heart isn’t truly in it.

To perform consistently, you need to detach sex from its personal, social, and biological meanings. Even very promiscuous people often have sex for more than just physical reasons — ego, emotional connection, and validation. A useful book on this is Evolutionary Psychology by David Buss.

You can be happy as a porn performer only if you enjoy sex in its purest form: for the sake of cumming and exploring sexuality.

Judgment Is Guaranteed, Success Is Not

Success in porn is never guaranteed — but judgment is. While the industry is becoming more accepted in some parts of the world, stigma still runs deep. And it doesn’t only affect performers. Editors, photographers, and even lawyers who work in adult entertainment often face discrimination. Some struggle to get their kids into private schools. Others have had their bank accounts shut down. Some are disowned by their families.

You may eventually want to leave the industry, but even if you do, society might not let you leave it behind. That label tends to stick, especially if you're a woman.

Do you have the guts to feel alone against the world?

Censorship Is Real

Advertising your work won’t be like promoting any other job. Porn is banned or heavily restricted in many countries. On social media, you risk being banned or demonetized just for talking about it. The only places where you can promote yourself freely are often on free porn platforms — which themselves are under constant legal and political attack. Just look at the struggles Pornhub has faced since 2020.

Do You Want to Be a Public Figure?

Being a public figure has its perks — and its price. Every day, my colleagues and I receive hate messages. Our content gets stolen and used in romance scams. People recognize us on the street — even when we feel like shit. The media can twist your words for clicks. Your family might get harassed.

You won’t always have the legal or financial resources to push back. Fame can be empowering, but it can also be exhausting.

STDs and Your Health

If you get tested at professional performer labs like Talent Testing or Cutting Edge Testing, you’ll have access to some of the most advanced diagnostics in the world — often at lower prices (€100 in Europe, $250 in the U.S.).

Still, no testing system is perfect. Even if you follow every window period and check every test (they usually include QR codes for verification), there’s always a risk. Most STDs can be cured with antibiotics, and there haven’t been any on-set HIV or hepatitis cases in decades, thanks to strict testing protocols. But some infections — like HPV, herpes, and yeast — aren’t included in regular screening. Knowing how STDs spread is essential to protecting yourself.

And it’s not just about STDs. You’ll likely be exposed to other illnesses too — colds, skin infections, and other minor but annoying health issues. Personally, traveling and working internationally has made me feel stronger over time. But staying healthy requires real effort: working out, sleeping properly, taking supplements when needed, and getting vaccinated.

What Do You Have to Give?

Some people think that if they get naked to make money, they deserve success. That’s not how the entertainment industry works. It’s not about what you want to get — it’s about what you have to give.

What makes you unique? What are you offering viewers that they can’t get from someone else?

Unfortunately, the media has portrayed us as people who gave up our privacy for easy money. That narrative erases the hard work, creativity, and sacrifice this job demands.

Go Big or Go Home

This isn’t a job you can do halfway. If you’re going to enter this industry, you need to commit. As I said before, once you do it once, people may label you for life. If you don't make it, what's your plan B?