what the heck is a home nudist

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  Tom D

  Sep 8, 2025

  [quote]Do you both usually sleep nude? Me: 100% of the time. My wife: it varies. Something like nude 50% of the time, just topless 30% of the time, and shorts and T-shirt 20% (it can get cold around here). At a nudist venue she's nude 100% of the time.[/quote] I guess that my definition is different from yours. I would say that anyone who frequently sleeps nude and is what you call casually nude at times is a home nudist.

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  Stephen

  Sep 8, 2025

  I would assume that you rarely attend public events sports, plays, concerts, etc.[/quote] We usually spend our time on projects around our place. We haven't gone out much since we retired. Both of us have had multiple back surgeries, so we aren't the most mobile people in the world. When I stopped going to the grocery store I walked in got a cart made it about 50' and my back gave out. We do go out every so often, but not like we used to. Hope that clarifies things for you.

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  Tom D

  Sep 9, 2025

  [quote]I would assume that you rarely attend public events sports, plays, concerts, etc. We usually spend our time on projects around our place. We haven't gone out much since we retired. Both of us have had multiple back surgeries, so we aren't the most mobile people in the world. When I stopped going to the grocery store I walked in got a cart made it about 50' and my back gave out. We do go out every so often, but not like we used to. Hope that clarifies things for you.[/quote] Yes it does. Thank you.

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  vera anderson

  Sep 9, 2025

  You raise a really good point, it really comes down to how people define the word nudist.

  Traditionally, a nudist (or naturist) is someone who embraces social nudity as a lifestyle, not just at home, but also in shared spaces like beaches, clubs, or resorts. Its about comfort with your own body and respect for others in a non-sexual, communal setting. For many, the connection with nature is also a big part of it.

  When people say home nudist, it often means they only feel comfortable practicing nudity in their private space. Maybe they like the freedom of being nude at home (cooking, cleaning, lounging, sleeping), but dont extend that comfort into social or public settings. Sometimes its due to personal preference, sometimes because of family, neighbors, or legal restrictions.

  Youre right though, by that definition, almost everyone has been a nudist at some point, since we all bathe, change, or sleep without clothes. The difference is that nudists usually view nudity as more than just functional, its part of their lifestyle and identity.

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  vera anderson

  Sep 9, 2025

  You raise a really good point, it really comes down to how people define the word nudist.

  Traditionally, a nudist (or naturist) is someone who embraces social nudity as a lifestyle, not just at home, but also in shared spaces like beaches, clubs, or resorts. Its about comfort with your own body and respect for others in a non-sexual, communal setting. For many, the connection with nature is also a big part of it.

  When people say home nudist, it often means they only feel comfortable practicing nudity in their private space. Maybe they like the freedom of being nude at home (cooking, cleaning, lounging, sleeping), but dont extend that comfort into social or public settings. Sometimes its due to personal preference, sometimes because of family, neighbors, or legal restrictions.

  Youre right though, by that definition, almost everyone has been a nudist at some point, since we all bathe, change, or sleep without clothes. The difference is that nudists usually view nudity as more than just functional, its part of their lifestyle and identity.

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• ME

  Member

  Sep 9, 2025

  Its about perspective, everyone's is different, just like everyone's body is different. If we can all accept that all bodies are different why do we struggle with different perceptions on nudism. It some refers to them self as a nudist they accept the lifestyle..isnt that enough

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• ME

  Member

  Sep 9, 2025

  Its about perspective, everyone's is different, just like everyone's body is different. If we can all accept that all bodies are different why do we struggle with different perceptions on nudism. It some refers to them self as a nudist they accept the lifestyle..isnt that enough

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  StevieLorna

  Sep 9, 2025

  I accept that everyone is different, and all perspectives are different, but if you have only ever been nude in your home, how can you have a proper perspective on nudism?

  Im not saying you cant be a home nudist, just that, your perspective is limited to that space.

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  nudony

  Sep 10, 2025

  It's certainly an interesting debate to have [quote]I accept that everyone is different, and all perspectives are different, but if you have only ever been nude in your home, how can you have a proper perspective on nudism?[/quote] This brought to mind a friend of mine. She experienced social nudism while visiting a friend who had moved to a resort. Being nude outdoors turned out to be a "game-changer" for her. Subsequently, she erected a fence in her backyard; and started spending most of her free time nude outside, sunbathing, swimming and gardening. Her desire to become a home-nudist was driven by having direct experience with what one may call "traditional nudism." She didn't return to the nudist resort, as she was satisfied with not having to leave home to enjoy "naked time."

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• ME

  Member

  Sep 10, 2025

  I sense that some home nudists use that self-description in response to the assertion by some nudists that nudism is a social activity practiced at a nudist resort or nude beach.

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  Hang Naked

  Sep 10, 2025

  I would say currently I am a home nudist as I have few other nude social options. When I lived in Florida, there were nude beaches, resorts and friends, Today, it is a challenge to find social opportunities , but it has not stopped me from looking.

  I do miss the social aspect, and will continue to take and accept interactions when given the chance.

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  nudony

  Sep 10, 2025

  [quote]I sense that some home nudists use that self-description in response to the assertion by some nudists that nudism is a social activity practiced at a nudist resort or nude beach.[/quote] I see it as akin to someone calling themselves a "martial artist"; yet have never sparred. They could still call themselves a martial artist, and consider that sparring is not essential to be one. But other people might see it very differently.

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  nudony

  Sep 10, 2025

  [quote]I sense that some home nudists use that self-description in response to the assertion by some nudists that nudism is a social activity practiced at a nudist resort or nude beach.[/quote] I see it as akin to someone calling themselves a "martial artist"; yet have never sparred. They could still call themselves a martial artist, and consider that sparring is not essential to be one. But other people might see it very differently.

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  StevieLorna

  Sep 10, 2025

  Ive seen Enter The Dragon twice, I think that qualifies me as a home Kung Fu-ist.

  Its a good analogy.

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  Nigel

  Sep 13, 2025

  No winter is approaching i will become a home nudist !

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• ME

  Member

  Sep 13, 2025

  [quote]Nudists reach certain nudist levels in their behaviour. What you describe is the highest level. Nude showering is not a nudist behaviour. But if you are longer nude, let's say one hour after the shower it is nudist behaviour on a low level. A home nudist is more nude at home than a textile. We old guys learnt nudism at the beach, right? The younger generation googles "nudism" and starts beeing nude at home. Especially during the covid crisis many people started with home nudism. We should welcome these home nudists and bring them to the next level.[/quote] Yes, yes, that is the best possible attitude. Let's welcome the "Googling" generation, at least for the ones that get the really good kinds of sources. Google is less mistake filled than other Artificial Intelligence things, but eventually people will find some of themselves getting to PRIMARY SOURCES and SECONDARY SOURCES and TERTIARY SOURCES. This is really good news that some people, at least some of the Millenials and the Upper Gen Z, are now adults and nudists. Gen Z adults were born between 1997 and 2004, (Ages 21 to 28 in 2025), and the Millenials were born between 1981 and 1996 (Ages 44 to 31). I think a lot now are really doing the research with what resources are available now. There needs of course to be outreach. But some people have to be discreet in parts of the world. For instance, as far as interactions with law enforcement, it becomes more difficult in times of government crackdowns in places like Azerbaijan, or in places like Egypt, even though several nudists might exist throughout those specific nations. I think naturism is available most places, but there needs to be focus on places not including the "Out of reach" like inside any place immediately called a complete totalitarian regime, like Belarus right now. Although we should support many of the people opposed to bans on naturism like some groups might support naturism, I think scope and scale with Belarusians will really rest on the diaspora rather than work inside the nation while it is under President Lukashenko right now. Lukashenko is a massive problem for the Belarus right now, as he is one of the few technological totalitarian rulers in power right now. Also, although many are irreligious in Belarus, the main religion there is Moscow Patrarchate Russian Eastern Orthodox Christianity, which has several opponents of naturism and other ideas ordained as priests there in Belarus and Moscow. Orthodox Christianity has been rising since the 2010s in Belarus and Russia and so is conservatism in that community in both Belarus and Russia. People really have very little idea right now. Not every person will often travel to Belarus or read about Lukashenko among the younger under 40 people in some countries like the United States. So rather than focusing on what is not possible, I think possible outcomes should be prioritized among African, Latin American, and European and East Asian and Pacific places and some of the South Asian places. Inner Asia is less within reach, Belarus is less in reach, Russia is less in reach. Any place where SHARIA LAW is fully implemented nationally (Saudi Arabia and Afghanistan are the only specific main ones known to restrict nudity and have strongest Sharia Law) are the primary out of reach nations. It really should be considered risky to be a nudist in those specific places and travel will always be risky if you have a public reputation as a nudist that is available to their government in print or digitally. Again, these things and other limitations place strain on naturism practices, but there are still holdouts in US States and in Canada, in New Zealand, and in Europe, at least South Africa in Africa, East Asia, and Latin America and parts of the Caribbean places where there are still nudists and nudist beaches. We also need carefulness about mindfulness. And we also need awareness of nature. And mindful care for the environment, including trying (yes, at least trying) to listen and feel the environment, everywhere. And yes, sometimes some things can be difficult for others. But speaking about these things at least somewhere can help. To return to the topic, yes, nudists at home exist. And people should welcome home nudists. Resources come in handy. One of them is the INF-FNI, the International Naturist Federation. They have a really good website. Another resource is British Naturism (their website is online in the UK.) I hope some of that post helped.

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  naturist_kq3069_16277

  Jan 14, 2026

  Home nudist is somebody who is nude at home most of the time. That includes the garden. They could invite friends to share their garden and home as many do. Trying to require a specific definition is none sense.The idea of freedom to be nude and feel comfortable would be my definition if I was forced to provide one. Calling oneself a home nudist briefly describes ones situation whatever the reason, for example, a person might have mobility problems which mean people can only be nude at home, nobody wants a definition which excludes those with mobility problems.

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  Stephen

  Jan 15, 2026

  I see a lot of people saying there basically needs to be a social aspect for them to be a "real nudist". I have to disagree, I've spent time at blacks beach, I could not make the trek now with my back issues. I've been with others swimming nude in rivers and pools and hot tubs. But as I don't get out there anymore because of a back injury and spinal damage, as many would say, I'm not a nudist anymore. By definition in the Oxford dictionary, a nudist is "noun: a person who goes naked where possible in designated or appropriate areas". So, with this definition in mind, and I live my life nude basically 24/7/365 and I am nude where ever possible doesn't that make me a nudist, or do I have to be with other people (like chatting with my neighbors while nude or being nude while visiting friends are here). Point is, just because I'm not physically able to trek the long distances required to reach a nude beach anymore or have a nudist friend that will walk a trail, (which i miss immensely ) at a pace that I can handle, that doesn't mean I'm not a nudist anymore.

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• ME

  Member

  Jan 16, 2026

  I'm guessing that the idea that nudism is mainly/only a social activity and not, for example, a personal ideology that might be practiced solo, reflects the influence of resorts -- organizations and businesses devoted to social activity -- as gatekeepers of nudism. Not that that's how resorts see themselves, but to some of their customers, a resort is the only place where they can really be a nudist. [quote]I see a lot of people saying there basically needs to be a social aspect for them to be a "real nudist". I have to disagree, I've spent time at blacks beach, I could not make the trek now with my back issues. I've been with others swimming nude in rivers and pools and hot tubs. But as I don't get out there anymore because of a back injury and spinal damage, as many would say, I'm not a nudist anymore. By definition in the Oxford dictionary, a nudist is "noun: a person who goes naked where possible in designated or appropriate areas". So, with this definition in mind, and I live my life nude basically 24/7/365 and I am nude where ever possible doesn't that make me a nudist, or do I have to be with other people (like chatting with my neighbors while nude or being nude while visiting friends are here). Point is, just because I'm not physically able to trek the long distances required to reach a nude beach anymore or have a nudist friend that will walk a trail, (which i miss immensely ) at a pace that I can handle, that doesn't mean I'm not a nudist anymore.[/quote]

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  J.

  Jan 17, 2026

  [quote]I'm guessing that the idea that nudism is mainly/only a social activity and not, for example, a personal ideology that might be practiced solo, reflects the influence of resorts -- organizations and businesses devoted to social activity -- as gatekeepers of nudism. Not that that's how resorts see themselves, but to some of their customers, a resort is the only place where they can really be a nudist.[/quote] We live in Massachusetts, where being found nude anyplace other than the protected property of a resort can lead to arrest, which gets you put on the sex offender list. It just isnt worth it. We do try to get out to public land (mainly beaches) elsewhere, but not in MA.

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  Rich

  Jan 17, 2026

  In my personal opinion, and from interacting with the so called "nudists", you know, the ones perfectly content at home and in front of their computer, never leaving the house... unless you live it and breath it on a daily, and going out in public/nature interacting with others that are also nude, your nowhere close to being able to call yourself one. taking a few selfies of yourself in your home does not qualify. Far too many wanna bees out there that talk the talk, but NEVER show up to walk the walk.

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  nkhiker

  Jan 18, 2026

  As much as I don't want to be a nudist snob, I do feel that the walls of a house are just another form of clothing. Until you free yourself of that clothing too, you don't know the true joy of being a nudist. I do spend much time naked in the house, but that is mostly just because I've become much more comfortable without clothes. However, if that was the only time I was naked, I wouldn't consider myself a nudist.

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  nkhiker

  Jan 18, 2026

  As much as I don't want to be a nudist snob, I do feel that the walls of a house are just another form of clothing. Until you free yourself of that clothing too, you don't know the true joy of being a nudist. I do spend much time naked in the house, but that is mostly just because I've become much more comfortable without clothes. However, if that was the only time I was naked, I wouldn't consider myself a nudist.

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  nkhiker

  Jan 18, 2026

  As much as I don't want to be a nudist snob, I do feel that the walls of a house are just another form of clothing. Until you free yourself of that clothing too, you don't know the true joy of being a nudist. I do spend much time naked in the house, but that is mostly just because I've become much more comfortable without clothes. However, if that was the only time I was naked, I wouldn't consider myself a nudist.

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