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