“Naturism centers us by removing the things that would
distract us.” – Kensunwalker
Discussion
Tell us how you've been centered by naturist practice.
Saturday, February 29, 2020
QUOTES
2/29/2020
“At some point in time, the person that was not raised
in a nudist household but now finding it a very appealing way of living, this
person will need to decide whether to throw the full weight of their belief
into LIVING it. That may mean composing
a note, card or letter to family members, roommates or friends and writing
something such as, ‘I have a new sense of being and a new connection to
myself. I feel healthier and happier
without clothing, so I am asking if you all will ACCEPT me as this person?” - http://centauri4-naturism.tumblr.com/post/150861301126/thehomenudist-home-nudity-is-the-easiest-way-to
“World Naked Gardening Day 2016 - Gardener's World”
(Video) – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IVOpjdcW0gU
“The long tradition of nudism and communudism in
Crimea is currently threatened by the invasion of the peninsula by Russian
soldiers directed by ultra-reactionary Vladimir Putin. Nudists and communudists from around the
world must protest against the threat to their activities posed by Putin’s
plans to annex Crimea. Proletarian
nudity could become a crime in Crimea if Putin takes control of the peninsula.”
- Chus Martinez, https://chusmartinez1.wordpress.com/2014/03/16/nudism-in-crimea/
“Leaving nothing to the imagination can remove the
extreme reaction to something, thus normalizing it. The sight of nudity is no exception. Done in the right context, exposure to nudity
can improve a man’s attitude toward the female body, treating them with respect
and civility in any state of dress.” – Tom Pine, The Naked Truth Naturists
Newdsletter, v. 18, #4, http://www.thenakedtruthnaturists.com/Portals/0/The%20Naked%20Truth%20Naturists%20Newdsletter_vol_18_no_04.pdf
“There are numerous advantages to the nudist
lifestyle, including the pleasure of feeling the sun all over your body, no tan
lines, and the healthy self-confidence that naturism reflects.” - http://ldsnaturism.blogspot.com/p/advantages.html
“I tried to learn to love my body. Before I worried all the time what people
think about my body? But when I stayed
uncovered in nature or on the beach in front of people I really feel I’m
beautiful. And free!” - petitesirenenue,
http://livenaturism.com/live-naturism/
Friday, February 28, 2020
QUOTES
2/28/2020
“There is a spiritual kind of
nudity people can share with each other - know it exists and can be easily
experienced by anyone willing to open their heart to the experience. Sex is something else, more complex, more
involved, but its built on a foundation of spiritual nudity. It is possible to love, honor and trust
someone enough to be spiritually nude WITHOUT going to that other place - know
that, love it and respect anyone willing to be that way with you!” - http://centauri4-naturism.tumblr.com/post/138992610321/kissmebeneaththepines-cabin-nudes-love-you
“Male Body Image: The Naked Truth” Video - https://www.youtube.com/watch?time_continue=34&v=1Q2uXAp8ORk&feature=emb_logo
“I believe public nudism should be protected as free
expression under the first amendment of the US Constitution and that it's
practice in public spaces should be provided for by law under the legal
principle of fair public accommodation.” – Glen Anson, https://www.change.org/p/mitchell-j-silver-allow-public-nudity-in-an-area-of-a-new-york-city-park/c?source_location=petition_show
“There’s nothing as fun as hanging out nude with your
friends in the sun and playing volleyball, frisbee, swimming, sunning, reading,
joking, and laughing. If you’ve never
had a day nude at the beach, lake, or pool with your friends, you are missing
out on a great time!” - http://centauri4-naturism.tumblr.com/post/141991521656/heartlandnaturists-theres-nothing-as-fun-as
“While initially I was a very shy boy, when I became a
teenager I realized that opening up to others has its own pleasures. I found more satisfaction in discarding any
shame attached to my body, and I began to feel the urge to reveal myself as I
truly am, without getting too concerned with other people’s opinions. I was around 14 years old when I decided to
be a nudist.” - http://www.nakedwanderings.com/2017/04/20/naturist-talks-john-malta/
“We represent naturism to our families, friends,
coworkers, and strangers that we meet.” – http://artdayonline.org/dailyart_201605/
“When I was in my early teens we lived in the
mountains of North Carolina. From our
house you could walk for miles in the woods, and I would do that often
naked. Most of the time I would carry my
clothes with me, a couple times I felt like taking the risk of leaving them
behind. I never encountered anyone.” –
tnjeditor, http://www.nudelife.org/showthread.php?tid=140
Thursday, February 27, 2020
QUOTES
2/27/2020
“Sleeping naked can be good for your health because it
can reduce blood pressure. It can also
be a wonderful antidote to stress and depression.” - Dr. Fran Walfish, http://www.sheknows.com/health-and-wellness/articles/1077937/naked-experiment-7-days-without-clothes
“In short the most interesting thing about nudism
seems to be not that it exists but that so little has been done to learn what
it has to teach.” - Lawrence Casler PhD, http://clothesfreelife.com/2016/04/06/the-most-interesting-thing-about-nudism/
“We’re in a world where we fight so hard to talk about
how bodies come in all shapes in sizes . . . So are there some girls that say
‘this is me, this is beautiful and I own it’ and post it online.” - Dr.
Levkoff, http://time.com/3456891/jennifer-lawrence-nude-photo-vanity-fair/
“Society has been whipped up into a frenzy by the
sensationalist media. Even same sex
showers in the changing rooms now have cubicles. Think of the effect that is having on the
children.” – Emesty, http://www.naturist-corner.net/community/index.php?topic=21395.0;topicseen
“I normally decorate nude, mainly for practical
reasons. However, much dust and paint I
get on me, it all washes off far more easily than on clothes. Even textiles should decorate in the nude.” –
Penworthem, http://www.naturist-corner.net/community/index.php?topic=9857.2425;topicseen
“At a nudist resort you will . . . be truly free. The respect and the self-respect at these
places is truly unusual. The nudist
resorts and various functions are virtually the only places where one can relax
and be oneself without worry.” – Felicity Jones, https://youngnaturistsamerica.com/nudists-what-are-they/
“We were out hiking the other day and it was about 58
F out. The sky was clear, the sun
shining. We ate lunch facing the sun
completely nude for about 45 minutes. It
was great.” – Ecureuil Nu, https://www.reddit.com/r/nudism/comments/5o4fmy/looking_forward_to_summer/
Wednesday, February 26, 2020
QUOTES
2/26/2020
“I'm in my mid 40's and have been getting my kit off
for years firstly as a teenager wandering off from family on holiday and
enjoying being unencumbered by swimwear.
In my 20's I went to the Alton swim on a Sunday night and I've been to
Abbey House Gardens once. I've been on
holiday to places where nudity is OK and I'm inclined to look for that when
going away. . . after work . . . I don't bother getting dressed. I hate wearing a costume in a sauna
though. My other half has no interest in
being nude . . . there is enough space in our partnership for us each to do our
thing. . . I’m just happy in my skin, with or without others who are.” –
Misterg, http://www.naturist-corner.net/community/index.php?topic=22020.25;topicseen
“My wife and I are in New Mexico and backpack quite a
bit. There are many wilderness hot
springs where maybe 75% of the time you're alone. Then there are camp/picnic grounds that are
built around hot springs. It's pretty
clothing optional – moms, kids, older folks.
I like being alone sometimes but it feels all warm and fuzzy to be
around a group where people really don't think about it that much.” – 80mtn, https://www.reddit.com/r/nudism/comments/5mff19/social_vs_solo/
“Five famous people who enjoyed nakedness: Sir Ian
McKellen (Actor), Sophie Monk (Actor), Suzanne McNaughton (Opera Star),
Theodore Roosevelt (President), Thomas Eakins (Painter).
“. . . if society in general is ever going to accept
us ‘nakeds,’ we’re going to have to push the envelope at every
opportunity. Don’t be a jerk about it,
but assert your preference. Be naked
when you can and spread the good word. . . Don’t hide and don’t make apologies.”
– Tom Pine, V 17, #12, http://www.thenakedtruthnaturists.com/Portals/0/The%20Naked%20Truth%20Naturists_vol_17_no_12.pdf
“Clothing doesn’t bring happiness.” – https://rfgjga1992.wordpress.com/2015/11/29/why-the-world-needs-more-nudists/
“Could it just be possible that families who live
clothing optional lifestyles have more money to put towards other more
important means of raising their children including educational development,
enhancing personal hobbies, and extended family vacations?” - Melissa Dejanude,
https://youngnaturistsamerica.com/nude-for-thoughts/
Tuesday, February 25, 2020
Exploring Badger Springs Wildlife Wash
On Monday, 2/24/2020, Amy and I explored a new freehiking spot near Badger Springs. Rather than walking the trail down to the petroglyphs and the Agua Fria river (though that makes for a very nice hike as well), we headed up a sandy wash to the north. We saw no one, not even tracks. This "easy" wash was mostly sandy, about 5 feet wide. The landscape was somewhat bare with low hills on each side. The wash cut into the side at several places, exposing interesting dirt banks. We saw several rabbits, quail, road runners, lizards, butterflies, and heard the beautiful sounds of Meadow Larks. Amy tired and sent me on alone for about ten minutes - the wash just keeps going - I turned at a large fir tree. She took the opportunity to sunbathe. Amy thought it made for a wonderful group freehike. We enjoyed the sunny day freehiking perhaps three miles together - naked and joyful.
On Monday, 2/24/2020, Amy and I explored a new freehiking spot near Badger Springs. Rather than walking the trail down to the petroglyphs and the Agua Fria river (though that makes for a very nice hike as well), we headed up a sandy wash to the north. We saw no one, not even tracks. This "easy" wash was mostly sandy, about 5 feet wide. The landscape was somewhat bare with low hills on each side. The wash cut into the side at several places, exposing interesting dirt banks. We saw several rabbits, quail, road runners, lizards, butterflies, and heard the beautiful sounds of Meadow Larks. Amy tired and sent me on alone for about ten minutes - the wash just keeps going - I turned at a large fir tree. She took the opportunity to sunbathe. Amy thought it made for a wonderful group freehike. We enjoyed the sunny day freehiking perhaps three miles together - naked and joyful.
