“Nudity
is everywhere!” – Kensunwalker
Discussion
Everyone is naked a times - sleeping, bathing, sex. So in truth, nakedness is everywhere. I just enjoy being a little more open. I love being out doors naked.
How about you?
Wednesday, June 12, 2019
QUOTES
6/12/2019
“Once I moved to the ‘big city’ to begin my adult
career, I looked for nudists and naturists to get to know. It was easier than I thought that it would
be. I started getting invited to homes
of new friends, who held nude social gatherings, often parents bringing their
children (which underscores the non-sexual nature of real nudism and naturism),
and found beaches, public and private, where I could enjoy myself nude.” –
David K., https://thanakedi.wordpress.com/2016/11/29/a-friends-story-about-nudism-in-his-life/
“INTERVIEW WITH HANNAH at the Clothing Optional Beach”
(Video) - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ob0RMWun3Qg
“Danish children don’t grow up paralyzed by the fear
of being laughed at . . . While I spent my school career avoiding the showers
after PE, in Denmark friends tell me they were made to shower together after
every class, with no separate cubicles. . . All the way through kindergarten
and grade school you take the showers and that’s just what you do. You get used to it.” - Polly Phillips. http://www.telegraph.co.uk/wellbeing/mood-and-mind/how-to-love-your-body---------------------------the-danish-way-h/
“Being naked . . . doesn’t expose you at all – it
makes you anonymous and equal. . . This is a huge discovery and probably the
most important one, as it explains why our body is not sexual by nature, we
have sexualized it over time. Gaining
our freedom back to be naked makes us better.” -
Abigail Moss, https://nuetheureux.wordpress.com/2016/11/21/my-first-time-at-a-nudist-resort/
“I’m quite proud of it. Not showing off my bits. I’m proud of that fact that I got out of my
comfort zone. . . My attitude towards nudity hasn’t changed because of this but
it has made me think about what my attitude is. . . I’m comfortable with my
body and what nudity is. . . If you’re not sure how you feel about nudity, get
nude.” - Oscar, https://www.theguardian.com/nude-art-from-the-tate-collection/2016/nov/22/recreating-the-kiss-going-nude-in-the-name-of-art
“I get comfortable almost as I'm walking through our
gate after work unless it's chilly out.
I'm nude most of the time in the house.
If I'm chilly, I find that if I put on slippers (dearfoams), I am
warmer. If worse comes to worse, I put a
robe over my shoulders. . . Today my husband asked if he could take a look in
my car to find something that he's misplaced.
I just handed him the keys. I can
usually get away with going out to where I park the car as there is much
foliage.” – Cheri
Tuesday, June 11, 2019
Freehiking in June 2019
This week Naturists of Northern Arizona (NNAZ) freehiked the Mingus Mountain Trail. Two members cleaned up much of the trail the Wednesday before the group hike. Then on Monday the 10th eight members gathered for the actual hike.
It was difficult meeting up with everyone at first because some were new and didn't know where the trail started. However, we eventually met and enjoyed a naked walk together. Even with a shady trail, the day was a little hot. Still, enjoying nature naked with friends is always wonderful. Hopefully others will join us next month. Let us know if you are interested.
This week Naturists of Northern Arizona (NNAZ) freehiked the Mingus Mountain Trail. Two members cleaned up much of the trail the Wednesday before the group hike. Then on Monday the 10th eight members gathered for the actual hike.
It was difficult meeting up with everyone at first because some were new and didn't know where the trail started. However, we eventually met and enjoyed a naked walk together. Even with a shady trail, the day was a little hot. Still, enjoying nature naked with friends is always wonderful. Hopefully others will join us next month. Let us know if you are interested.
Sunwalkerism
“Naturists are typically friendly, cheerful, and eager
to share how much they relished living free.” – Kensunwalker
Discussion
Friendliness is a hallmark of naturism. If you're a loner, being naked is incomplete and simply wrong headed. Sure, nakedness alone can be a spiritual experience, and a great way to start, but one is not a complete naturist until he or she is nakedness with others.
I cherish my naked friends! How about you?
I so enjoy being with others who share my compassion for nakedness, and so enjoy naked activities. I started my naked journey with freehiking. I really like nude karaoke. Naked games of all types are fun. Just talking with others in a pool is nice. What naked activities do you most enjoy?
QUOTES
6/11/2019
“Another [nude] beach walk today, a good nine kilometers
of hiking barefoot before taking a rest in the sea to cool off . . . my wife
walks with me . . . We walk very aware of the others existence . . . [yet] in
our separate silences, lost in our separate thoughts.” - http://rglongpre.ca/naturistlens/2016/12/18/wisdom-and-happiness/
“¿Sabías que hay un Congreso Mundial de Nudismo?”
Video - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i47xoViiaIQ
“Ironically, it was probably watching an American film
in my early teens that first alerted me to the possibility of sleeping naked,
and I have done so since I was 15. In
fact, it often surprises me that other people wear anything. I assumed that all those who wear underwear
when going to bed only did so for 'decorum' where others are present, not
having any pyjamas. After all, who would
sleep in, usually tight, underwear. It
is unhealthy.” – Martin M, http://www.naturist-corner.net/community/index.php?topic=21771.0;topicseen
“. . . the experience of being naked and being
observed in that state reflects a fundamental aspect of being in the world . .
. we are social animals who develop our sense of self, not alone but in
relationship with others. We need to see
and be seen.” - Philip Carr-Gomm, A Brief History of Nakedness, 2013, p. 264
“Many people experience nudism by themselves first
before experiencing it with friends or a spouse.” – Charlotte, https://ourclothingoptionaltrips.wordpress.com/2017/01/22/our-bodies-tell-stories-how-one-woman-embraced-her-lifes-journey-through-nudism/
[At nude bowling] “We found a couple of middle lanes,
and stripped off our clothes as we each felt comfortable. At first we had the ten lanes more or less to
ourselves . . . However, . . . because the bowling alley had not been reserved
for us, and was still open to the public, the other lanes slowly began to fill
up too, with just anyone and everyone.
Soon, the entire bowling hall was filled with throngs of clothed bowlers
. . . our TV crew . . . and a small crowd of naked bowlers . . . all getting on
with their own sweet lives, together. No
issues, no problems - it was great. . . in Germany it appears that naked people
can play bowls alongside clothed people with no issues whatsoever . . .” - http://www.naktiv.net/events/bowling-airport-center/
Monday, June 10, 2019
QUOTES
6/10/2019
“My little boobs are beautiful. Before, I thought they were nice, but in need
of public normalizing. Naked, I refused
to confine or alter them again. . . They were mine, and there was no need to
conform them to other people's ideals. . . Without clothes on, it's like I
began to see my body for what it was: a beautiful, functioning mechanism that
allowed me to swim, pump blood to my heart, eat delicious fruit, and flirt with
good-looking people. There was no reason
to get down on it for anything, certainly not when it was serving me so well
and fabulously.” – Rachael Krantz, https://www.bustle.com/articles/161285-i-was-naked-in-front-of-strangers-for-4-days-heres-what-happened
“Dominic Littlewood - 'Naturist Day' - Abbey House
Gardens - June 2008” Video - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GLJm-PYz0mU
“I tried naked walking in the mountains around Zell
[Austria] . . . the first people I came across were two middle aged women
strolling naked except for walking boots up the mountain towards me. We stopped and spoke before going our own
routes, really was a nice experience.” – SOF, http://www.naturist-corner.net/community/index.php?topic=20304.0;topicseen
“I don't think that naked encounters with wildlife are
a coincidence. When we hike naked we are
usually solo, without smells of detergents, and we are not a threat or
predator. We become one with nature and
nature becomes us. Once we leave the
textile man made world and return to what should be our natural state we gain
acceptance with our wild friends.” – NudeWalker
“Why seriously don't more men and women sleep
naked? It's better for you!” - https://twitter.com/teamcloptzone/status/802508159734587392
“For me there is no greater recreation activity then walking nude in the sunshine through a forest and meadow .
. . You can't get this with clothes on.
I stood there, eyes closed slowly breathing the pine-scented air, sun
warming my body . . . with a gentle warm breeze wafting
up from the ground around my legs swirling around my body as if mother nature
were giving me a wonderful hug. I
looked at my body, the body of a lone creature contrasted against the granite,
ground, wildflowers, and trees of this area.
I felt dwarfed by such a magnificent spectacle as all the worldly stress
of everyday life melted away in insignificance compared to such beauty. Thank you God for this moment and day.” – Jay
Sunday, June 9, 2019
QUOTES
6/9/2019
“What makes the perfect beach visit? Is it tote bags? Beach towels?
Umbrellas? Having the perfect beach
body? A full cooler? Swimwear?
For a worry free time, visit a local nudist beach and forget about it. .
. We already have the best swimsuit nature’s made.” - http://thenakedtao.tumblr.com/post/127288688582/madeinthenude-beach-time-what-makes-the
“DANIEL LEVEILLE - 'Amour, acide et noix'” Video - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DN2KkI8w0Z0
“A person’s ‘intention’ is most important to being a
naturist. Practicing of naturism
naturally normalizes the body, so promiscuity and related sexual agendas are
reduced, unless a person’s ‘intention’ is sexual in nature – their biggest
agenda item. Clothing is used to
broadcast that intention. Clothing is
not only for protection but also for drawing attention to certain body
parts. While not a conclusive guide, and
perhaps too judgmental, nudists tend to like being nude in most circumstances,
whereas wearing clothing, particularly sexually-oriented clothing, indicates
intensions that are not naturist. Of
course naturists enjoy sex with committed partners, but sexuality is not the
main focus. Rather, naturism is counter-sexual because it normalizes the body.”
- Kenfreehiker
“. . . after about five minutes, I totally forgot I
was naked. . . I thought my boobs would hurt from bouncing around, but during
the game I didn't even feel them. The
only time they bothered me was between plays.” – Eddie Matz, https://toplesspulp.com/2016/07/31/keeping-us-in-suspense/
“Young couples are attracted to naturist camping
holidays because there is a far greater sense of family and conviviality in
these spaces . . . The spirit of these campsites is far more about tranquility,
security and conviviality . . . Many naturist holiday campsites are
specifically family-orientated and provide a secure and communal environment as
well as activities for naturist families.” - Yves Leclerc, the vice-president
of French Federation of Naturism, http://www.thelocal.fr/20160613/young-french-naturists-spark-boom-in-nudism
“By cycling naked we declare our confidence in the
beauty and individuality of our bodies.” – Rupa, https://twitter.com/Rupa2105/status/784053521058365440
“We were traveling across the country and hit some
long stretches of road in Texas where there is virtually nothing until you get
to El Paso. Everyone in the car shucked
off their clothes and we drove for 100’s of miles rarely seeing anyone else. When we came to more ‘civilization’ we were
happy to be in the land of good restaurants and gas stations again but getting
dressed was a downer.” – Platypus
Saturday, June 8, 2019
Sunwalkerism
“Naturists
judge you by your actions, and who you are on the inside.” – Kensunwalker
Discussion
Naturism is all about honesty. That means you must fess up and let others know who you are. Don't be ashamed. If you can't admit your naturist feelings you're not being honest. It's that simple.
What have you done lately to share your naturist feeling with others?
Friday, June 7, 2019
Sunwalkerism
“Freehike
- hiking clothed is like hiking with your hands over your eyes.” – Kensunwalker
Discussion
Do you love freehiking like I do?
Freehiking is how I started being a naturist. Freehiking brings me closer to nature. Freehiking with others reinforces what I feel. Freehiking alone is a spiritual experience.
The NNAZ group is freehiking the Mingus Mountain trail Monday. This should be our largest group freehike. Anyone interested in joining us?
QUOTES
6/7/2019
“Naturism is probably the last of the freedoms in our
hyper-regulated world. Naked, you are
yourself, a fragile human being. You
feel better, closer to nature, bound to our planet, and feel that sense of
freedom, without being judged by others.” - https://nuetheureux.wordpress.com/2016/06/24/5-raisons-de-passer-des-vacances-naturistes/
“BODY PAINTING DAY NYC 2018: MACHO MAN” Video - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r3WDuw6vuEE
“. . . we were designed to go naked outside, a
lot. When we don't it's compromising our
health. Those people who object to
nudity are forming their opinions contrary to science and health. And contrary to God's original plan for us.”
– Reuben T., http://freerangenaturism.com/forum/index.php?topic=768.15;topicseen
“We often grow up conditioned (be it consciously or
otherwise) to believe that nudity is only acceptable if it's being used to
please others, but wholly unacceptable if used for our enjoyment alone. . . our
nudity be reclaimed. The truth is that
nudity doesn't have to be for anyone else. Taking pleasure in your body should
be allowed on a solo level as well. . . Even if you are sharing your nudes with
other people, that can be a useful tool as well. You're hopefully choosing to present your
nude body in the way that feels best to you — be it through positioning or
lighting or whatever else might cause a surge of empowerment to drift through
your soul.” – Marie Southard Ospina, http://www.bustle.com/articles/160293-9-reasons-not-to-be-ashamed-of-your-nudes
“Hiking naked is great. It’s nice to camp naked. Why not be naked out in the woods?” - https://rfgjga1992.wordpress.com/2016/04/28/lets-do-all-this-to-promote-nudism/
“Nakedness has always been fairly natural to me:
whenever I'm alone (and in private!) I'm naked - it just feels a lot more
natural than being covered in hot, sweaty clothes, but I've led quite a
sheltered life and the number of times I'd seen another person naked could be
counted on the fingers of one hand.” – Robert, http://www.bn.org.uk/articles.php/_/information/about-naturism/first-time-experiences/in-at-the-deep-end-by-robert-r29
(What to tell people who ask about your interest in
naturism.) “1. We are people that look
you in the eye when talking to you., 2. We are people that have respect for
people of all shapes and sizes. 3. We are people that like you, for being you
and not what brand you wear., 4. We are people that don’t make rude or sexual
comments to you or about you., 5. We are people that enjoy meeting the real
you, not someone you pretend to be., 6. We are people that come from all walks
of life and professions., 7. We are people that are friendlier than regular
people., 8. We are people that don’t think a nude body is a sexual statement.,
9. We are people that don’t like to wear clothes.” – Bruce Kendall, http://jillianpage.com/2013/05/27/nudismnaturism-discrimination/#comments
Thursday, June 6, 2019
QUOTES
6/6/2019
“Have you ever felt imprisoned by restrictive
clothing? Has the waistband on your
pants cut into your abdomen in a way that caused you to feel upset about your
body? Have you felt overheated under
clothes made of polyester or other non-breathable materials? Have your joints ached or your posture
suffered from the restrictions of your outfits?
If so, then you can easily understand why clothing can be unpleasant.” -
Jordan Blum, https://youngnaturistsamerica.com/the-benefits-of-social-nudism-and-nude-recreation/
“Bruce Gets Naked To Prove Himself - Tribe With Bruce
Parry - BBC” Video - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zNvabbNmeGg
“I was definitely born to be a nudist and am not right
if I pretend otherwise.” – Kenfreehiker
“Frankly I have long since tired of so many in general
society viewing nudists as eccentric, odd, voyeuristic, exhibitionists, sexual
predators, and pedophiles. We are simply
normal, everyday Americans who refuse to buy into the prudish culture of body
shame, extremist modesty standards, and nudity as a societal taboo.” - The
Emerging Nudist
“I am not one of those Scots who goes red at the
thought of sun and by contrast, tan fairly easily if managed sensibly. So being in the sun whether lying down or
walking around and getting a tan all over is heaven for me.” – Victor, http://www.naturist-corner.net/community/index.php?topic=21493.0;topicseen
“. . . community and legal acceptance of public nudity
varies considerably. To avoid offending
the public in general, public authorities maintain what are sometimes called
‘standards of decency’. What falls
outside these standards are usually termed ‘indecent exposure’, or similar
terminology. These standards, however,
vary with time and place.” - https://londonpress.org/2016/10/12/public-nudity-and-the-socio-cultural-impact/
“Freehiking brings one closer to nature, and the
Creator, than is otherwise possible. Clothed, I feel like an observer of
nature. Naked, I am a part of nature.” – Paul
“. . . we experienced an incredible day trip from St.
Petersburg to Passage Key with Rusty & Vanessa’s Grin & Bare It
Charters. . . As the five of us arrived at the Marina, we were greeted with
friendly smiles and prepared for a six-hour day cruise. The 90-minute boat ride to Passage Key was as
wonderful as the destination. . . as soon as we cleared the inter-coastal, off
came the clothes! Once at Passage Key,
we joined a hundred or more nudist boaters in a true natural paradise . . . There’s nothing like a day on the water spending hours
going from boat to water to boat to water.” - Grin & Bare It
Wednesday, June 5, 2019
Sunwalkerism
“Strip nude during the summer to save energy.” – Kensunwalker
Discussion
I remove my clothes as soon as I get home, if not before. Then I usually stay naked at home. And I generally work naked outside.
Are you mostly naked at home as well?
If so, you probably save energy during the summer. Lower air-conditioning bills. Fewer clothes with less laundry. And of course, more contented feelings.
QUOTES
6/5/2019
“We live in an atmosphere of shame. We are ashamed of everything that is real
about us; ashamed of ourselves . . . ashamed of our naked skins.” – George
Bernard Shaw, A Brief History of Nakedness, 2013, p. 195
“Usually . . . naturist/nudist conversations focus
almost exclusively on the nudity part. . . We don’t talk much about . . . the
environment. . . the key things that could invite more people to try out
naturism and clothes free living. . . What if, rather than obsess over the
nudity aspect, we shape the invitation to naturism around, well, nature? Many of us women yearn to spend more time in
nature. We want to feel that healing connection
back to earth and all things organic.
Nature allows us to be ourselves.
We get to step away from all the frustrations of the day, the catcalls,
the pressures and just be. Fresh air,
plants, water, animals. All of these
things are very healing to us. We
remember who we are. . . if naturists are trying to figure out more ways to get
women involved, include nature in your approaches! Nature-ism! . . . Instead of making it about
mandatory nudity . . . rules and ideology, make it about her. Invite women to an experience. Speak to the healing,
the space, the freedom. Promote the
trees, how it feels to breathe fresh air, the melting away of stress. Meditation in nature. Journaling outdoors. Walking about in direct connection to the
environment. These are the things we
need in order to heal, reconnect, balance and empower
ourselves. . . Nature gives us a wonderful opportunity to reach out, invite
and connect with others. Let’s use
it! Naturally!” – Honhouniheart, https://clothesfreelife.com/2017/01/11/women-and-nature-ism/
“. . . my wife called me and asked me to go to my
sister in laws house to repair her washer she would be leaving for work and her
daughter for school . . . But I said I didn't have my work clothes on and
didn't want to ruin what I was wearing and she told me well they won't be there
just get naked. Well you don't have to
ask twice. Got busy and forgot I was
naked as usual, time passed. The next
thing I heard was a car door close and panic . . . as she [the sister] was leaving
she asked how it was going. I said slow
trying hard to not get grease all over me, she just laughed and said well I'm
leaving, just take your clothes off and don’t worry.” – Farmerbare, https://www.truenudists.com/group/you-know-youre-a-nudist-/1/102144/
“I am an actress who is happy in her skin suit.” -
Apollonia Kotero, https://twitter.com/ApolloniaKotero
“Maybe you remember . . . Twister. Doing that in the nude is seriously
entertaining . . . you can’t keep doing this all the time, I understand, but
it’s great fun to do, especially if you can invite a few naturist friends
over.” – Paul, http://zjuzdme.org/blog/2016/11/30/what-to-do-when-the-cold-creeps-in/
Tuesday, June 4, 2019
Sunwalkerism
“Being
naked reminds one what is really important.” – Kensunwalker
Discussion
Great question: What is really important?
Is a great but demanding job most important? No.
Is a fancy house or fancy clothes most important? No.
Family? Yes. Friends? Yes. A wife who loves you and understands? Yes, of course!
But for me, happiness with me is most important, and for me that includes nakedness.
What is most important for you?
QUOTES
6/4/2019
“By becoming a nudist, you will: 1. Save the Amazon
and increase oxygen, 2. Increase food production and reduce starvation, 3. Save
hundreds of thousands of animals, 4. Save fresh water and protect the soil, 5.
Save money, 6. Save time, 7. Save
yourself, And by saving all these, you will be able to save the world.” - https://fatunclecheapo.wordpress.com/2015/01/19/save-the-world-be-a-nudist/
“Нудисты - Программа ‘Репортёр’, 1993” (Video) - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E3MCC6V8XQw&list=PLqNghvVHJLDfnqY91R03A6JN2FkwICsm0&index=15
“Five famous people who enjoyed nakedness: Henry David
Thoreau (Author), Hilary Swank (Actress), Isadora Duncan (Dancer), Jack
Nicholson (Actor), Jackie Kennedy Onassis (First Lady).
“One of the long-standing traditions of German culture
is to ‘take the baths.’ . . . Many cities have their own ‘baths’ and there are
towns everywhere with the prefix “bad,” meaning bath. These are generally natural mineral baths,
alleged to have curative powers, or at least health-enhancing properties. It is also tradition to take the baths
naked. While some days or times may be
set aside for one gender, as in Asian cultures, the majority of the time is
co-ed.” – Susan Kraus, http://www.huffingtonpost.com/susan-kraus/getting-naked-with-strang_b_4966707.html
“Can people forget clothes? Absolutely.
I remember a nudist who tells how he jumped in his car, drove half way
to town on an errand and then realized he was naked. Once you live without clothes for a time, you
normalize to it - like when you get used to cold or hot climates.” - SteveYNA, https://youngnaturistsamerica.com/nudist-moms-home-nude-family-nudism-etiquette-kids/
“. . . the noblest art is the nude.”- Isadora Duncan,
A Brief History of Nakedness, 2013, p. 195
“Despite it all, one of the reasons I am still able to
confidently strip down my clothes and walk down the beach for all to see is my
ability to not just accept my body as it is, but celebrate it. I am a mother of three beautiful children,
and I am proud that my body shows signs of motherhood. . . And though there are
times I wish I had my pre-pregnancy body back, I am
grateful that my experiences have made me stronger and more confident than I
ever was when I was a size 2. I am
happier now in my average body than I was then.
I am more confident naked now than I was then. And with that confidence and those new life
experiences, I have met some interesting people along the way and made a couple
amazing friends.” – Charlotte, https://ourclothingoptionaltrips.wordpress.com/2017/01/22/our-bodies-tell-stories-how-one-woman-embraced-her-lifes-journey-through-nudism/
Monday, June 3, 2019
Sunwalkerism
“Celebrate
the body you have.” – Kensunwalker
Discussion
Appreciation is essential to improvement! Why would you expect something better if you can't appreciate what you already have first?
So, from a naturist perspective, one must first be willing to share the body they wear and love it for all the beauty it has before trying to make it different.
What do you think?
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