Possible use of nudism

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  Cheri Donna Dawson

  Apr 26, 2010

  I didn't get into it because I had low self-esteem, but as others said, it greatly did enhance it.  I used to not want to speak up at all...can you believe that?! :)

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  Sobe2010Original Poster

  May 2, 2010

  Thanks for your reply. It seems that the older I get the worse I feel, as I become alienated by an increasing crowd that find people my age "old" and unattractive. As I try to take better care of myself, I also hope that spending some time in the buff will help.

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  Sobe2010Original Poster

  May 2, 2010

  Thank you! very insightful. I've had the experience once. I was terrified to bump into the younger crowd and have "looks". To my surprise that day, there were mosty older people, who cosmetically speaking, could have used a bikini. I was perhaps the youngest that day, and I felt exactly like you describe.
  Thanks again.

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  Sobe2010Original Poster

  May 2, 2010

  Actually I can. That was me some years ago. Now I speak in front of small groups. It's sadening to see ow many people suffer not only from low self esteem, but also from distortions of their body image, to the point of developping mental health illnesses, all because of social pressures and attitudes.
  Thanks.

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  Sobe2010Original Poster

  May 2, 2010

  I think so. My guess has been that it probably creates a very different sense of Self, much simpler and hopefully healthier. It is what folks who responded so far seem to think.
  The othe question would be, once you've gotten used to it, how do you tolerate being in the maine society the rest of the time?

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  Sobe2010Original Poster

  May 2, 2010

  Thank you for confirming my speculative thoughts.

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  Gerry-4

  May 4, 2010

  [quote]Thank you for confirming my speculative thoughts.[/quote]     Hi Spbe,   If you're reacting to specific posts and can't post just below them, you may want to use the "quote" function. Otherwise, thanks for your insight.   Nudism has indeed contributed to raising people's self-esteem where body image is concerned. Whether it has actually beenprescribed, recommendedorsuggestedby professionals with this in mind is another matter. Probably not in North America.

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  Lakeman221

  Dec 11, 2015

  [quote]Has anyone out there ever decide to get into nudism to fight low self-esteem, difficulties accepting their body, or other emotional challenges? [/quote]
  
  Nope, I got into nudism because I LIKE to be naked as much as I can, whenever I can, for as long as I can.
  

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  Steve

  Dec 11, 2015

  Yes - as a former chubby kid I've had persistent body issues, and in clothes have to work against the intrusive, negative, idea that I'm hiding, that if they could see my as I really am, it would be a bad thing. Naked, that evaporates.
  

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  nudony

  Dec 13, 2015

  • That's kind of my deal.
  • From a philosophical standpoint, I had developed a fascination with nudism since childhood, from the various encounters I'd had with nudists.   It just made sense to me to experience life without clothing.

  1. From a mental/emotional health perspective, I was dealing with self-esteem issues; which in turned fueled a rather unhealthy voyeurism - which just led to more shame/guilt.

  • So I figured one way to deal with those issues was to tackle them head-on: by placing myself in a nude environment, instead of "lurking" from a safe distance.  So I headed out to the beach and plopped myself right in the middle.  At first, it was difficult; I was completely out of my comfort zone, I was dressed and was seeing nude people all around me "up close", and I immediately felt a strong sense of shame.  I felt like running away; but forced myself to stay still.  I was going to go through with it no matter what; and so I disrobed.  And I almost had a panic attack.  But I forced myself to stay nude.
  • And then I gradually started relaxing.  My shame started dissipating.  One nude lady that was sitting nearby smiled at me.  And I realized that it was "ok" that I could see her nude; and it was likewise "ok" that she could see me nude.  I left a little  while later, happy with my "breakthrough"; but feeling there was one more step to take.

  1. So I went to a nudist resort a few months later.  I disrobed as soon as I left the front office, determined to stay nude the entire time I was there.  I "saw" some people; but at that point it didn't matter anymore.  I was happy being nude.  I exchanged a few words with other nudists, without a care about their nudity or mine.  I was over the whole "Peeping Tom" thing.  These nudists were people just like me; and once you realize that, it's hard to objectify.
  2. So I continued with nudist socialization, coming out of my shell, getting to know and befriending other nudists, free of clothes and the mental "crap" I had been wrestling with for so long.

  • With the proper drive/motivation, nudism can be a powerful tool for overcoming shame, physical disabilities and other mental/emotional issues.  I  wish more healthcare  professionals realized this.

  
  
  

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  Mike

  Dec 15, 2015

  It wasn't the reason. Simply always enjoyed nudism. But have to admit it has surprised me how much more open I have been in social nude environments. Don't think I would ever feel as comfortable with a group of textiles whom I had never or seldom met and yet it just happens without any stress or reluctance or feeling that you are intruding. In textile environment might be 10% who are welcoming. The reverse in nude environment. Si great.
  

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  Lakeman221

  Dec 25, 2015

  Another possible use of nudism is to get an all over tan, like most of us seem to prefer.
  

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  smash12

  Dec 28, 2015

  I've always enjoyed being nude as a great way to relax. Initially this was at home or in hotel rooms when travelling for work. There are not many opportunities to be nude in the city. I'm lucky enough to have a club I can visit in the summer months, and a few swims during winter. I'm not exactly slim, just overweight, although I've never been shy about taking my shirt off in public, or using showers in gym changing rooms.
  So for me it was the opportunity to mix with other like minded people. I joined a local club, and I've enjoyed many a sunny day there talking to a lot of people. I've found that if you can start a conversation while nude, you have no fear elsewhere!
  My club has open days, so I've often spoken to a few newbies who just wanted to give it a try. I remember one couple who said didn't like going to the beach as they neither of them had "good bodies", the man in particular said he wouldn't even take his shirt off. And yet both of them were standing in front of me, totally nude and loving every minute of it. He even wanted to walk down to the car park nude to maximise the experience!
  I think a lot of people could benefit from the experience, a true naturist environment doesn't judge on your shape or size, and there really isn't anything to be scared of.

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  AussieFilipino1991

  Jan 12, 2016

  Being from such a hot and humid country, I remember always coming back from school and just stripping all my clothes off down to my underwear. When I would be alone in my room, then I'd go completely naked.  I always found comfort in this, not just at a physical level but also being able to bare down and be with myself. I always felt I was in my element when I was completely naked. I always preferred sleeping naked too. At that age, I didn't consider myself a nudist, let alone know what it even was haha but I just found it very natural. It wasn't until I was older that I knew about social nudism and discovered how freeing that it actually is.
  
  When I'm naked I feel like I am just being me.

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  Jim Shorts

  Jan 24, 2016

  [quote]Has anyone out there ever decide to get into nudism to fight low self-esteem, difficulties accepting their body, or other emotional challenges? Has anyone out there ever used nudism to nomalize nudity and "detox" theselves, i.e. deflate the ever growing social pressures toward acting sexually as the entertainment industry increases our exposure to full, partial, or implied nudity in movies and ads, creating a constant teasing and stimulation of sexual appetites?[/quote]I don't know if nudism has increased my self esteem, but it certainly has affected it.  More accurately, I would say it's affected my self-perception.  I did become more aware of how I appeared, to myself not to others, and such led to positive changes in lifestyle, weight loss, etc.
  

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  Member

  Jul 30, 2016

  I just enjoy being nude in the sunshine.My wife calls me a shy nudist because I don't walk around the house nude.Going to the nudist resort and relaxing by the pool is my way of getting rid of the stress of everyday life.I am not in the best shape,but I am comfortable with how my body looks.

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  NatureBoy24

  Sep 17, 2016

  [quote] I am exploring it to try to understand my husbands obsession with it. I just went outside the house and walked around, under the full moon, naked, and all I felt was cold and vulnerable. I just don't get it.[/quote] There are several resources out there for women whose husband has found the joy of nudism but she doesn't get it.
  Check out: http://www.aanr.com/about-aanr/from-a-womans-perspective
  And this article: So your partner is interested in nudism (http://www.naturist-corner.net/community/index.php?page=page2333)
  

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  Bob

  Sep 18, 2016

  [quote] [quote]Has anyone out there ever decide to get into nudism to fight low self-esteem, difficulties accepting their body, or other emotional challenges? Has anyone out there ever used nudism to nomalize nudity and "detox" theselves, i.e. deflate the ever growing social pressures toward acting sexually as the entertainment industry increases our exposure to full, partial, or implied nudity in movies and ads, creating a constant teasing and stimulation of sexual appetites?[/quote] I am exploring it to try to understand my husbands obsession with it. I just went outside the house and walked around, under the full moon, naked, and all I felt was cold and vulnerable. I just don't get it.[/quote] chrisAn403,
  I feel more natural without cloths. When my skin is covered it starts feeling like it's suffocating and can escalate to feeling like it's on fire. Being nude is just all about feeling comfortable.
  My wife feels cold before I do. I can sit in the house nude before the heat comes up in the morning during winter when it’s 55 degrees Fahrenheit. I also have a normal body temperature of 96.0 degrees Fahrenheit.
  Bob
  

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