Tuesday, July 24, 2018

Naturist View

Sunwalkerism

“Running naked is a great way to relieve yourself of stress.” – Kensunwalker

QUOTES 7/24/2018

“Children are natural naturists and don’t confuse nudity with sex until society and parents screw up their minds.  How can we prevent our kids from becoming citizens, wittingly or unwittingly, of the vast pornopolis of modern culture?  My answer is to practice naturism with our family.  All parents should consider the positive aspects of incorporating naturism into their family life.  Little can be done to better protect the family.  Naturism can be profoundly positive.” - Kenfreehiker

“Feature on Chile’s first nudist beach” (Video) – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dBDcO4FKr34

“ . . . everyone should spend at least an hour of naked alone time a day.  Sleep naked.  Dance naked.  Stand in front of the mirror naked.  And Embrace Your. Body.  Love your skin, love yourself!  Your confidence will skyrocket, and you will feel fantastic in whatever you wear, because you will know that even if the fabric does not flatter you, you still have your beautiful body underneath it all, and that’s what matters.” - https://doorwaytoself.wordpress.com/2016/11/09/embracing-pure-raw-naked-you/

“. . . while backpacking nude, as I have met women on occasion who gave me the thumbs up when their male companion was not looking, though he was obviously uncomfortable-even annoyed, thinking that she may be embarrassed by our encounter.  On the contrary, a few of these women may have been wishing that they could try what I was doing.” – Dan

Now who doesn't love getting naked with strangers?” – Ernie, https://www.gatewaytosedona.com/verde-hot-springs-near-sedona-arizona

“While my closest family members knew [I was a nudist], many other family members didn't know until this past summer.  At that time, I said something on Facebook about going camping.  A half-sister asked where I liked to go camping and I mentioned Juniper Woods, telling of the beautiful grounds and wonderful people.  Within 20 minutes I received a message from her telling me that she didn't know that I was a nudist.  Other messages from friends and family members soon followed.  None were judgmental; all of them simply said that they didn't know.  Telling others that I'm a nudist never includes a drum-roll or fanfare.  It's a statement of fact, just as my favorite color or work situation are statements of fact of who I am.  With this way of telling people I haven't had lots of drama as a result.  There are often questions, which leads to wonderful discussion.  Sometimes I even find someone who wants to try the lifestyle on for size!” – Melissa, NY

Monday, July 23, 2018

Naturist View

Sunwalkerism

“Freehiking is an exciting and healthy activity which can be enjoyed by nearly everyone.” – Kensunwalker

QUOTES 7/23/2018

“A fair bit of the Caribbean’s allure is being immersed in the primal elements of sun and sea, letting the natural forces strip away the stress and pretense of daily life.  For some, the immersion is total; even the last fig leaf of a string bikini or a Speedo is too much to bear.  And so they go bare: nude recreation away from home, aka the nakation, is booming, not just among leftover hippies from the Boomer generation, but among their adult kids and Gen X travelers too.  A survey by the American Association of Nude Recreation (AANR) found that 23% of Millennials and 18% of Gen X-ers are interested in nude travel. . . naturists who were once confined to the occasional romp on a secluded strand can now indulge in other clothing-optional activities.” – Steve Blount, http://experience.usatoday.com/caribbean/best-of-caribbean/nude-adventures-in-the-caribbean/11101521/

“Brief presentation of Vritomartis Naturist Resort” (Video) - https://vimeo.com/106580072

“My rural setting allows me to do quite a bit outside sans any clothing.  But for things like mowing the front yard I need some cover in case a car comes down the road which I could not hear due to the mower.  So years ago I got creative and made some ‘barely there’ shorts.  I took a pair of cotton boxers and cut away the crotch material and slit the sides.  What was left was an elastic waist band with flaps of fabric hanging front and back.  To someone driving by they pass for shorts, covering enough.  Even up close my junk and butt crack are covered.  The advantage is that there is nothing restricting my genitals and just the slight feel of the waist band touching me.  To the textiled they would feel totally exposed, but I feel overdressed.” – Noodengr, https://www.truenudists.com/group/you-know-youre-a-nudist-/1/109199/

“We capped the nude year off in late October with our annual Hot Tub and Square Dance Party overnight at our house.  With ten participants, we had enough for a square, so we did square dancing, (circular) barn dancing, and the Virginia Reel.  The hot tub is always welcome afterwards or first thing in the morning before the final breakfast.” – Milt, Skinny Trippers email

“Foreign holidays are also a time many will go skinny-dipping but deny being a Naturist and would never do the same thing back home.  They are only comfortable whilst they have the excitement of the holiday to explain their enjoyment of nudity, albeit short lived.” – Roni Fine, http://www.bn.org.uk/news/information/about-naturism/roni-writes/how-naked-is-a-naturist-r392

“I'm positive that naked activities and exercise and the vitamin D gained during nude recreation has improved my health, even aside from the fact that normalizing the body fixed my head.” - Kenfreehiker

Sunday, July 22, 2018

Naturist View

Sunwalkerism

“Being nude is healthy, positive, and enjoyable.” – Kensunwalker

QUOTES 7/22/2018

[In Sweden] “I live near the woods . . . That’s where I go hiking usually and I take off my clothes at the beginning of the trails.  Several times I met some people, also hiking, but clothed, who wondered and asked me, in a friendly way, why I was naked.  I told them I’m a nudist, and they actually took interest and listened to me, they wanted to know more. . . I’ve seen other people there who either just ignored me and walked by or even said something like ‘what the heck are you doing, get dressed!’ It is what it is, you have to accept it, some people will always be freaked out and not understanding.” – Tha Naked I, http://www.nakedwanderings.com/2016/10/27/naturist-talks-tha-naked-sweden/

“La rue se dénude (Tours)” (Video) - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dBD7N15gfb8&t=2s

“This is why I use the term Naturism instead of Nudism.  The practice is not just about being nude.  It is getting back to a natural condition physically, psychologically and socially.  Extending that perspective outside of yourself allows for an appreciation of others and the world around you.” – Cayanet

“So you’re running around London zoo naked.  Why? . . . it all started earlier in the year when my wife’s cousin decided he would like to do the Streak for Tigers this year but didn’t want to do it on his own . . . so he called on me. . . About 200 people either naked, in body paint, or carefully wrapped in silver foil collected together for the 8 pm start.  After a quick countdown, we were off running naked past a crowd of excited supporters . . . and the 300-yard dash around the circuit. . . for most it was so much fun that we went around again . . . I think I went around five times . . . and can honestly say that it was some of the best fun I have had in a very long time.” – Lee Foster, NUSA Sun, Vol. 8, #9

“There was a time that I used to laugh at the idea of nude hiking . . . I remember seeing photos of a nude hike posted at Valley View hot springs in Colorado (they were wearing only their hiking boots and backpacks), and I thought it was the goofiest thing I had ever seen. But since then I've been hiking on various occasions without my sweaty clothes on. It makes so much practical sense, and is far more comfortable . . . I've taken a real liking to it.” – Alan P.

“Our clothing tells people who we are.  They can make assumptions about what we do for a living, where we may live, just by observing what we are wearing . . . If a man is in a suit and tie you'll think he's a corporate guy, stiff and buttoned up.  Take that same guy fully naked and he's just a human.  Put him in a nudist vacation with others who are nude, and he'll feel confident and able to just be himself without the armor of clothing.  When you can walk around naked in all of your truth there's power in that for people.” - Dr. Sanam Hafeez, https://www.nbcnews.com/better/pop-culture/why-travel-s-latest-trend-nacation-gaining-momentum-ncna893151

Saturday, July 21, 2018


Meditation Freehike

Friday (7/20/2018) I decided it was time for a meditative freehike at Green Gulch near our home.  Another hiker had just arrived at the trail head, so I volunteered to hike a while with him.  He was ‘completely’ clothed, so I kept my kilt and shirt on while we hiked and talked together.  I guess I should have told him I enjoyed freehiking, but the timing just didn’t seem right.  Soon I branched off from him and stripped.  Freehiking is a significant pleasure!  I failed to find a dirt road or path so simply bush wacked (with care you can do this nude).  Soon I reached the top of a hill with much less brush, where I sat on a rock, enjoying the view, and meditated.  For me, naked meditation nude adds much to the experience.  I found several other rocks for meditation as I hiked back.  On the way back, I found a great place to free-camp and even skinny dip.  I dressed just before reaching the trailhead.  I got a little burnt, but I’m sure that will simply add to my tan in a day or so.  Soon, I joined Amy naked at home.

Naturist View

Sunwalkerism

“Nudity is the way to happiness.” – Kensunwalker

QUOTES 7/21/2018

“Research from the University of Northern Iowa found that nudists have significantly higher rates of body self-acceptance, while a study of teenagers at a New York nudist camp found the attendees there were ‘extraordinarily well-adjusted, happy and thoughtful’.” – Amy Molly, http://www.news.com.au/lifestyle/sunday-style/amy-molloy-strips-off-in-the-name-of-neonudism/news-story/88ca775e8ee77f6bc6890c939aad6e3f

Brighton World Naked Bike Ride 2018 - Lucy Musings” (Video) - https://vimeo.com/275162412

“I was beginning to realize that there was no good reason to hide away when naked and that very few people were offended by nudity.  I often canoed naked when it was warm enough, with a towel handy to cover up if anyone came near, and over the years I used the towel less and less as I became more confident.  If I came to a small beach with others present I started asking if they minded me swimming naked.  Initially I only did this when there were only adults present but it wasn’t long I discovered that parents were usually happy for me to be naked in the presence of their children.” – Brian, http://www.nakedwanderings.com/2016/12/01/naturist-talks-brian-uk/

“So why should every beach have a clothing optional section?  Because on nude/clothing optional beaches you see real bodies.  You see people with all types of body types and ages who are perfect in their own special way.” - https://ourclothingoptionaltrips.wordpress.com/2016/11/06/every-beach-needs-to-be-clothing-optional-and-heres-why/

“I've notice, even at a nudist resort, that one person clothed quickly leads to two, then to three, etc., until most of the group becomes self-conscious, and gets dressed.  Because textilism causes this reaction, I think Clothing Optional just doesn't work.  People innocently introduce clothing optional policies thinking this will help newbies be more comfortable until they get nude.  Unfortunately, it doesn't work that way.  The more common reaction is for others to get clothed.  It's much better for newbies to just join in - taking off their clothes.” – Kenfreehiker

“Getting naked outdoors with the loved one often gives people a magical feeling.  It is a separate, independent and very significant pleasure.” – Rupa, https://twitter.com/Rupa2105/status/794549849941118976

Friday, July 20, 2018

Naturist View

Sunwalkerism

“When nudity is accepted, more people will choose it.” – Kensunwalker

QUOTES 7/20/2018

“This is just a matter of equality and equal treatment under the law . . . The current ordinance we're fighting about now is sex discriminatory and it's based on old, tired stereotypes about women and men — that men cannot control themselves if they see a female nipple, and the idea that women need to be protected from the world in a way that men do not need to be.” - Tony Rothert, the legal director of the ACLU of Missouri, http://www.news-leader.com/story/news/local/ozarks/2016/12/26/nipple-fight-continues-aclu-scheduled-take-springfield-trial-september/95535178/

“Австрийская постановка, привезенная в Израиль” (Video) - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BrJpXBqmRBU

“I really don’t understand why so many people still are afraid or have problems with simple nudity in public outside the confines of nudist communities or resorts.  It usually always comes back to the myth that nudity is something sexual, and because of that now more than ever people are getting arrested and/or being accused of sexual harassment or something like that when there’s really nothing sexual going on.  It’s all in their minds–planted in by fellow textiles who’ve been tempted by others and/or media to show somehow that it’s wrong.” – Buck, https://cloptzone.wordpress.com/2016/12/04/the-beauty-of-naturism/

“As the weather hots up nudists take advantage of their laid-back lifestyle by frolicking completely starkers in the garden. . . splashing about in paddling pools, hanging up their washing and mowing the lawn in the buff. . . Heather and Neil even use heavy machinery completely naked. . . the pair look perfectly content chopping firewood starkers.” – Laura Mitchell, http://www.dailystar.co.uk/real-life/439121/Naked-people-naturist-village-England

“I remember my first freehike in Utah just a few years ago, and how amazing it felt to the have the sun on my skin, and being at one with the earth.  I went with a group I didn't know very well, but that's the thing about being nude together, it's easier to get to know each other and be real.  We all have this unique thing in common.  I had so much fun and have been freehiking ever since!” - Namaste Naturist

“I enjoy hiking in the nude, free and feeling whole with Nature, the Earth and the Sky.  It’s an overwhelming feeling of joy.” - Palm Springs Nudist

Thursday, July 19, 2018

Naturist View

Sunwalkerism

“Naturists strip away the layers of clothing to strip away their worries and cares so they can truly relax.” – Kensunwalker


QUOTES 7/19/2018

“Next thing - 3, 2, 1, strip!  WOOOOOOOOOOOOOO!  Hundreds of naked people men, women and kids are screaming, laughing, and sprinting into the Baltic North Sea.” - https://irishnaturistblog.wordpress.com/2018/07/05/north-east-skinny-dip-england-2017/

Naked Didge 3” (Video) - https://vimeo.com/278141639

“I was surprised at how friendly everyone was.  And suddenly, I wasn’t shy or nervous anymore.  It really didn’t matter that I didn’t have any clothes on.” - https://ourclothingoptionaltrips.com/2018/04/15/couples-naked-honeymoon-experience/

“I believe everyone should have at least one nudist friend, he/she will change your life for the good!” - https://nudistplanet.net/bare-voices-trey-usa/

“I’ve got five years before my exit strategy kicks in and after that I’m still not sure where life will take me, but the requirements might include sunshine as well as the ability to skip around my garden naked.” - https://socksoff4naturism.com/

“Naturists appreciate the human body in the same way a man might enjoy seeing an attractive girl in a bikini, yet, just like at the beach, there is little fear at a naturist resort that an orgy will break out.  We're human beings, after all, not animals.” – Nick Alimonos, http://writersdisease.blogspot.com/2012/07/what-naturism-means-to-me.html?zx=7a37a31f3a7362c

“. . . you’ve already discovered the Nudist Secret… that spending time together naked is safe, refreshing, relaxing, exciting and fun . . .” - https://ourclothingoptionaltrips.com/2018/07/05/how-it-all-started-our-first-time-naked-on-a-beach/

“Sure, clothing is a form of self-expression, but what might you be able to say when you take off all those ideas?” – Amelia Allen, https://garage.vice.com/en_us/article/kz3gzx/naked-britain-fashion-photographs

Wednesday, July 18, 2018

Naturist View

Sunwalkerism

“I am a naturist, and love it.” – Kensunwalker

QUOTES 7/18/2018

“When I was a teenager, I would mainly be thinking about exploring warm sunny beaches, glorious mountain ranges or even just walking along a beaten track.  But there was one common denominator – No Clothes.  I couldn’t explain why but I didn’t feel ashamed or embarrassed about being naked so I decided to give it a go. . . One thing Naturism has taught me is to be happy and feel good about myself.  Removing my clothes allows me to relax, take the pressures of everyday life off and not have a care in the world.  That is one of the great joys.” - https://clothesfreelife.com/2016/12/15/learned-feel-good/

“Girls running in the race, but the difference nudist” (Video) - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5SP4aw5NdTI

“Five famous people who enjoyed nakedness: Elle McPherson (Model), Erica Durance (TV Actor – Smallville), Erica Jong (Actor), Ernest Hemmingway (Writer), Erykah Badu (Singer).

“Always paint nude.  Even did the back of the house nude.  The pool guy came a day early that week and caught me on a ladder painting the trim.  He came through the gate and looked at me and said ‘you are painting naked’ and I answered ‘and you are a day early’.  We both laughed and went about our business.” – Bareballing, https://www.truenudists.com/forum/thread/39291/has-anyone-ever-painted-a-room-while-nude/2/

“Think about your favorite types of recreation, and think about how they can be enhanced by removing your clothing. When you are considering trying nude recreation, even if you can only commit for a few hours at a time, you will find that you do not simply need to sit and be still.  Nudism embraces many forms of recreation, so think about what will work for you!” - Jordan Blum, https://youngnaturistsamerica.com/the-benefits-of-social-nudism-and-nude-recreation/

“Regardless of our ages, we need to get in as much nude hiking as we can.  It will be much harder when we need the assistance of a walker and require oxygen.  I plan on having some great stories to tell when I'm in 'the home'.” – Au Naturel

“There was the one time at university in the wee hours of the morning we packed a carload of people and drove out to one of the surrounding lakes.  And skinny-dipped. . . I fully enjoyed been immersed and feeling the water caress my nakedness as I floated through the starless pitch black. . . Throw those clothes into the wind.  Jump into those waves.” – Becky Aud-Jennison, https://www.elephantjournal.com/2016/02/i-may-just-swim-naked/

Tuesday, July 17, 2018

Naturist View


Sunwalkerism

“Naturists realize that swimming must be done naked.” – Kensunwalker


QUOTES 7/17/2018

“Everyone knows the body is nude beneath all of our attempts to hide that truth, but we resist this obvious truth as we hold irrationally the belief that the exposure of genitals is something for which we would to be shamed and humiliated.  Our fear somehow has been codified into many law codes which are focused on punishing humans for being ‘natural’ human beings, at one with nature and their own bodies. . . So . . . naturists must navigate around in an attempt to avoid a vengeful society that demands that everyone belief the worst of humanity, believe that the bodies we have been born with are sinful.” – SkyClad, http://rglongpre.ca/naturistlens/2015/12/14/nude-boxer-of-quirinal/

“My Story - Why I Teach Naked Yoga” (Video) - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dxYQz8cbtzQ

“Paris, that well-known city of freedom. . . Recently, it has been proposed that a nudist zone will open in the city . . . Of course! Freedom to wear (or not wear) whatever you like is a cornerstone of the capital . . . ‘Don’t they have one already?’ . . . Paris has proved itself to be freethinking and liberal over public nudity. However, what seems to truly unnerve the French is the absence of nudity. . . French beaches are practically nudist areas already – enforcedly so.  It seems only natural this should spread to the capital city. . . the opening of Paris’s nudist zone will be a great success.  It is a sincere tribute to the freedom of expression, freedom of dress and freedom of belief of which France is so proud.  I only hope they will introduce a zone on beaches in which women are free to cover themselves up as well.” – Madeleine Mankey, http://www.studentnewspaper.org/paris-nudist-beaches-contradict-frances-attitude-to-women/?platform=hootsuite

“I try to live today, and each and every day, with the same enthusiasm for nudism, just as I did over 40 years ago.  I love being a Nudist/Naturist and living a nudist lifestyle!” - Gary G., Jacksonville, Florida, http://aanr.com/first-time-nudist-experience&page=85

“I truly love nude hiking/camping and have been doing it for decades.  I think there are really . . . different sorts of nude hiking.  One is just a day hike in an area . . . These are hikes that you can do pretty safely alone, although certainly more enjoyable if you have some company. . . real backcountry in national park or forest has become my favorite because it's a several day trip and the fantastic experience of nude hiking is even more fantastic as you settle into the natural setting in which you are enjoying such total freedom and relaxation.  This type of hiking takes a lot of planning though because you really need to check out all sorts of things from textile enforcement policies to available resources, safety, etc.  This sort of hike should not be done alone . . . a truly magical form of enjoyment of the nudist lifestyle.” – Barebones, https://www.truenudists.com/forum/viewthread.php?id=31955&page=3

Monday, July 16, 2018

MESA VERDE TRIP

Recently (7/2018) Amy and I drove from our place in Dewey, AZ, to southern Colorado to meet with my oldest daughter’s family.  The two-lane road across the Navajo reservation was so comfortable that we carnuded much of the way.

We visited Mesa Verde National Park with the family, and then river rafted together in Durango.  It was great visiting with family!

After leaving the family, Amy and I drove to Silverton – beautiful.  And then stayed one more night at the Mesa Verde campground where we had a chance to get naked (an old bare showed up).

On our return we took time to freehike along the San Juan river and visited 4 Corners where Amy purchased some jewelry.

It was a wonderful mostly skinny trip.




















Naturist View

Sunwalkerism

“Become a nudist and never be the same again!” – Kensunwalker

QUOTES 7/16/2018

Dec. 1, 2009 - – got up early and took a morning freehike around the Loop Trail above Olive Dell Ranch (about three miles), starting at 7:30 am.  It was only a little cool to start, and I warmed up nicely once I got going.  I wore shoes and socks, and took nothing along.  One doesn’t even need a water bottle when the weather is cool. . . it’s nice to have some naked morning exercise – freehiking is the best – and in December no less.” - –From my past kenfreehiker blog

“Via Bavarica Nudensis - die Nacktrudertour ‘08” (Video) - https://vimeo.com/31156746

“I COULD begin this piece by telling you I was attending a nude yoga class on a Friday night for research purposes for this article. . . But that would be a lie.  I was filled with curiosity . . . as a regular yoga goer and I wanted to give it a go. . . What kind of people would be there?  Who would be looking at me through their legs in downward dog and seeing my natural — slightly saggy — boobs hanging from my chest?  Would there be lesbians there?  What shapes and sizes would the bodies be?  What happens if someone’s cheeks are spread so wide I am disgusted rather than humbled and can’t look away?  Would people see my vagina?  My thoughts were starting to feel like a circus.  A naked freak circus.  But what I was about to experience was far from it. . . I chose a mat and sat down. . . The event was a woman only event, and after not too much time, the air in the candle filled room was awash with a combination of nerves, yet openness.  It was far from a nudist sanctuary. . . All covered up, one by one each woman . . . shared why they were there.  I was in tears by some of the vulnerability women displayed.  They shared stories of their breakups, alcohol struggles, having babies, body issues, wanting to feel sexy but having a sense of lost sexuality, not sleeping with their partners for long lengths of time; the list went on.  I was so moved at how present everyone was . . . And just like that, I was sitting in a cross legged position looking across the room at 22 bare backs.  I could see different size bums, long hair, short hair, different waists, different postures.  It was really beautiful. . . Looking at everyone stand in front of me, for a small moment, I started to remember being a kid running through the sprinkler with my brother and my cousins and not having a worry in the world.  I was instantly thrown a sense of sadness.  We lose this innocence and so much of the way women feel about their bodies becomes complex and unhealthy.  It started to awake things in me about my own body and sense of self.  My insecurity about my ‘round face’ . . . Tears streamed down my face as I stopped for a second and considered the amount of times I had berated myself on this. . . It was the most fulfilling, challenging experience. . . when I think back on the experience, instead of thinking about the uncomfortable giggles, I think of the word ‘courage’.  Because that is the word I would use to describe the women I shared my nudey night with.” – Stacy June, http://www.perthnow.com.au/lifestyle/health/baring-it-all-for-nude-yoga-stacey-june-road-tests-the-new-naked-trend/news-story/a26b41a1a483c7ba06ee3a377e165a5a

Sunday, July 15, 2018

Naturist View

Sunwalkerism

“If everyone was naked, no one would make fun of your style.” – Kensunwalker

QUOTES 7/15/2018

“Paris, that well-known city of freedom. . . Recently, it has been proposed that a nudist zone will open in the city . . . Of course! Freedom to wear (or not wear) whatever you like is a cornerstone of the capital . . . ‘Don’t they have one already?’ . . . Paris has proved itself to be freethinking and liberal over public nudity. However, what seems to truly unnerve the French is the absence of nudity. . . French beaches are practically nudist areas already – enforcedly so.  It seems only natural this should spread to the capital city. . . the opening of Paris’s nudist zone will be a great success.  It is a sincere tribute to the freedom of expression, freedom of dress and freedom of belief of which France is so proud.  I only hope they will introduce a zone on beaches in which women are free to cover themselves up as well.” – Madeleine Mankey, http://www.studentnewspaper.org/paris-nudist-beaches-contradict-frances-attitude-to-women/?platform=hootsuite


“. . . referred to by us as ‘casual home nudity,’ . . . in households where nudity isn't associated with shame, and being naked is considered just part of normal routine, or preferred when it gets a little hot outside. . . there's also a lot to do that's more enjoyable done naked.” - http://thenudereview.com/nudist.htm

“We showed our girls pictures of when they were small and they would play in the backyard, on the patio, in their play house and they were always naked.  After showing them the pictures, the oldest began to remember a little more and then relayed some stories she remembered.  The youngest was able to remember much but saw the pictures and said ... ‘looks like I'm having fun!’” – FireProf, http://www.clothesfreeforum.com/forum/naturist-rooms/miscellaneous/548451-children-on-a-nude-beach

“Lately I hear and see more and more people complain about the Facebook attitude towards nudity. . . Get a free blog at WordPress or Blogger. . . blogs . . . are a great way to spout your feelings, express yourself, tell the world about your naked life.  Write up posts.  Put your pictures there . . . and then dump a link to that post on Facebook. . . put a ‘safe’ image in the blog post, and then put the post out there for real.” – Paul Walker, https://clothesfreelife.com/2016/10/22/the-facebook-frenzy/

“Naturism removes the mask that surrounds us and keeps us from revealing our true selves.” - https://twitter.com/socalnaturist/status/786398752604983300

Naturist View

Sunwalkerism

“I was naked and felt great; nakedness was the obvious choice.” – Kensunwalker

QUOTES 7/14/2018

“I became a nudist in my teens.  The nudist movement was then - as it is now - dominated by older people.  Did I let that put me off?  No I didn't.  Why?  Because I was never of the opinion that only the young and beautiful should be seen naked.  Now I am one of those 'older people' who wishes the youth of today weren't so hard on themselves and so lost in a world of self-doubt, self-loathing and shame.” - N4K3D, https://www.reddit.com/r/nudism/comments/5kff24/nudism_needs_to_burn_itself_and_rebuild

“Albercada Nudista Guadalajara 2018” (Video) - https://www.youtube.com/watch?time_continue=44&v=Q6aGTbSIwV8

“Last summer I was waiting for a man to come and check the central-heating boiler.  I had a pair of shorts ready to put on when the door-bell rang and was raking the lawn in the back garden.  To my surprise, the boiler-man didn't bother ringing the door-bell as he heard someone in the garden, but just came around to the back garden . . . and caught me starkers.  I'm not sure who was more surprised.” – Tim, http://www.naturist-corner.net/community/index.php?topic=1908.0;topicseen

“Nudity transforms even the most boring recreation into a good time.” – http://nudistscorp.com/backyard-nudists.html

“I was like all young children.  I was a natural naturist and had no inhibitions about nudity and no thoughts that there is anything unusual or wrong with nudity.  My first memory of nudity was as a little boy, probably aged about seven, on a beach in Cornwall.  It wasn’t a memory of being naked, but a memory of being made to have a towel around my waist when changing into a swimming costume on the beach in case I upset anyone on the beach!  The process of social conditioning had begun and was probably complete by the time as an 11-year-old we were made to take communal showers after rugby.  It wasn’t long before all the boys either dodged or wore swimming costumes in the showers.  The only chink in the social conditioning was the example of some of our sports teachers who used the boys’ showers, naked, as there weren’t any separate showers for the staff.” – Brian, http://www.nakedwanderings.com/2016/12/01/naturist-talks-brian-uk/

“One problem that naturists face when wanting to ‘come out’ is how to raise the subject.  At work or with family and friends, one cannot easily bring up the subject, at least many find that is true- you cannot just say out of the blue ‘I am a naturist’ or even ‘we went to a nude beach’ on holiday, many fear to do that.  Having a book that is easily found amongst books on other subjects makes a clear point, nothing is hidden.” - https://thoughtfulnaturist.wordpress.com/2016/11/24/why-nude-thoughts-and-reflections-on-social-nudity/

Naturist View

Sunwalkerism

“I’ve been a nudist at heart throughout my life.” – Kensunwalker

QUOTES 7/13/2018

“. . . after joining the US Air Force I decided to try social nudism.  I went to a nearby resort, and within minutes I forgot I was naked.  I had a great time there . . . After returning from two tours in the Middle East I was diagnosed with PTSD and Major Depressive Disorder.  I found my life difficult to handle both at work and at home. . . Just as returning to the nudist . . . way of life has helped.  I feel like my worries and bad memories slip away for a while when I'm nude, especially when I'm visiting with other nudists and friends.  The time in nature, minus all the things that remind me of my troubles, is cathartic and rejuvenating. . . It is more enjoyable than going to therapy, and for me has been more successful too. . . the peaceful and calm I find even amongst other nudists allows me to sort through my thoughts and feelings far easier. I have made more progress in the last year hanging out with family and friends at our monthly nude camp outs than with anything else.  Nudism has long been a part of my life, and it always will be. I can't think of a better way to relax, de-stress, and find the inner peace I lost while overseas.” - Paul A, San Antonio, Texas, https://www.aanr.com/veterans-and-nudism

Naked Dancing” (Video) - https://vimeo.com/277835782

“I wanted the challenge of being naked.  I wanted to try and be more comfortable in my body. . . I was really nervous.  I know the theory - every body is beautiful - but I was sitting there thinking, does my belly look big in this?  What are my thighs doing?  It was frustrating.” – Lucy W., https://www.theguardian.com/nude-art-from-the-tate-collection/2016/nov/22/recreating-the-kiss-going-nude-in-the-name-of-art

“Hiking naked, practicing naked yoga or participation to World Naked Bike Ride will contribute to show people that naked people are harmless, they just want to practice their preferred activities naked.” – https://nuetheureux.wordpress.com/2016/11/07/what-needs-to-change-for-naturism-to-be-accepted/

“I'm naked 15 seconds after coming home.  I work and do the pool area upkeep naked.  Neighbors don't mind.  Even the cleaning ladies don't mind.  It's a great life. . . I'm nude nearly 100% of the time.  I work at home and sit out by my pool naked most the day.  If I go out my clothes come off the second I get in the house.  I live with my wife and 14-year old.  She's a school teacher and is naked at home but my son only swims naked. . . The house is on a golf course and so far (7 years) the golfers don't mind but a hedge blocks most of their view anyway.  The neighbors, lawn treatment, and landscapers don't mind.  I routinely stand talking to my neighbor while being naked.  I am careful not to be seen in the front of the house though. . . But the deck and lanai are our sanctuary.” – LarryB