I've seen many posts from people who really want to try nudism but nervous about that first big plunge. Being nude at home or in a locker room cannot really be called social nudism. I believe that social nudism is what people are thinking about when they express these fears or doubts. Here is my recommendation for people who are a little shy about taking the plunge into social nudism. Weather you're a man or a woman, you're best friend is a LARGE beach towel. Put one end over your shoulder and spread the rest across your front. Your backside will be exposed and no one can say that you're not nude. The important thing is that you'll know you are nude. Let the towel hang loosely and go about meeting and greeting people. You will soon become very comfortable with the breeze blowing over your naked body and the lack of a judgemental attitude by the people you meet, that you'll have little trouble dropping the towel altogether. You will then probably experience an overwheling feeling of euphoria and at the end of the day be reluctant to put your clothes back on. I hope this helps and welcome to the world of nudism.
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George_in_WVDec 16, 2010I consider my first nudist experience to be when I made my first visit to a nudist resort because I wanted to go skinny dipping. Prior to that I often swam nude at the YMCA when they had swims for men and high school boys only, nylon suits or no suits. When the Y went co-ed the rules changed and suits (of any kind) were required.
So when I found out there was a nudist resort not far from me I made my first visit. Not only could I go skinny-dipping I learned how comfortable it was to be outside in the fresh air and sunshine completely nude. I liked it so much I became a member of that club and after my retirement a few years ago moved into the clothing optional community I currently live in.
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Paul VoglerDec 16, 2010NudeinMA, you think men in tight little thongs are exciting?
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PhilfreeeukDec 16, 2010Excellent thread guys. There's nothing more to say.
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Cheri Donna DawsonDec 17, 2010You've gotten it down pat, NIM.
Hugs & happy holidays,
CheriReactReply - MEMemberMay 23, 2011
I guess you could take a break, laugh, or whatever about my 1st nudist experience! Hard to believe, but a good whipping can really have a lasting experience!
At about the age of 1 1/2 yrs old, I remember my Mother yelling for Dad, "Jr's naked and in a mudhole"! People can say you never remember things when you were that young..............Bull!
I remember seeing a low spot in our yard filled with rainwater after a downpour. I distinctly remember wanting to jerk my clothes off (which I did) and before you knew it, I was in the pool of water near the back porch good as never before! Needless to say, with my strict Southern unbringng about right and wrong, I can still feel the sting of my Daddy's belt to this day although approaching 65 yrs of age! I also remember the feeling of "no clothes" and although my Dad got the message across, the rest is history. That was probably the one and only time my Dad's belt didn't complish it's intention! Since no one else has gone that far back with experience, apparently, your Dad didn't give you a lasting memory as mine so efficiently did!
Amazingly, that feeling, or experience was the starting point in my embracing nudism! Closet for years and somewhat still, but now, don't give a s.... what folks think now! Still working on the wife's viewpoint about social nudism other than hiding in the closet about it!
Any one else's memory jogged now about those younger years about "Nakedness"?ReactReply - KR
kramtrohsJun 1, 2011It took me a long time before I started going to a club! But I suppose we all get to where we want to be at our own pace!
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Robert LittleJun 1, 2011Lots of great advice on this thread. I'd add just a small piece of my own -- bring a good book or an iPod. This will give you something to do and help "normalize" the situation if you're nervous. Of course, don't spend the whole time doing this -- socializing and meeting new friends is one of the best parts of visiting nudist venues!
ReactReply - MEMemberJun 1, 2011Had to be about 20 years ago in england...never looked back
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Think it was Leysdown in Kent that was in 1992 only ever been to two beaches in England Leysdown and St Osyth near Clacton now i have a lady who likes being naked on a beach too might go on day trips and weekends away lol
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1996.My wife was at a business convention in San Antonio TX and I tagged along for the weekend. We decided to drive up to Austin because we'd read about Hippie Hollow. I got nude immediately; it took my wife a couple minutes then she said 'what the heck' and stripped. I loved it, she loved it and neither one of wanted to get dresssed when we had to leave.
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Perfect... thank you NudeinMA! I can't wait to let my son read this. He is new to 'social' nudism, however, has been a home nudist for many years. It's one thing to hear naked Dad say these things, however, just like most kids (and he's 19), it is usually accepted quicker when heard from another source. So again, thank you.
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DanyBuoyJun 13, 2011[quote]I guess you could take a break, laugh, or whatever about my 1st nudist experience! Hard to believe, but a good whipping can really have a lasting experience! At about the age of 1 1/2 yrs old, I remember my Mother yelling for Dad, "Jr's naked and in a mudhole"! People can say you never remember things when you were that young..............Bull! I remember seeing a low spot in our yard filled with rainwater after a downpour. I distinctly remember wanting to jerk my clothes off (which I did) and before you knew it, I was in the pool of water near the back porch good as never before! Needless to say, with my strict Southern unbringng about right and wrong, I can still feel the sting of my Daddy's belt to this day although approaching 65 yrs of age! I also remember the feeling of "no clothes" and although my Dad got the message across, the rest is history. That was probably the one and only time my Dad's belt didn't complish it's intention! Since no one else has gone that far back with experience, apparently, your Dad didn't give you a lasting memory as mine so efficiently did! Amazingly, that feeling, or experience was the starting point in my embracing nudism! Closet for years and somewhat still, but now, don't give a s.... what folks think now! Still working on the wife's viewpoint about social nudism other than hiding in the closet about it! Any one else's memory jogged now about those younger years about "Nakedness"[/quote] Are you reallysurethat you can remember that event ? I canrememberan event that happened when I was three, but have seen a photograph of that event on many occasions, so maybe I canrememberseeing the photograph. Likewise, I canrememberan earlier event, but it's more likely that I have been told about it on more than one occasion by my parents.ReactReply - EV
EvansBetterHalfJul 30, 2011Bump
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JohnTNAug 5, 2011Absolutely well said. I may just quote from this when talking to others about the nudist experience.
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westheathenAug 20, 2011Bump to get rid of the spam
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HawkMay 7, 2012My first nudist experience was the day I was born, and boy what a shock that was !
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ManOfWicklowMay 7, 2012I don't remember when I was born. My earliest memory only goes back to when I was about two and a half years of age.
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John EnglishMay 13, 2012i guess mine was when i around 8 in the summer after work my parents took us to a lake for a cook out. itwas fixed up with a beach or you could go up a path and go fishing . I was fishing with my dad and nothing was biting so i asked my dad if i could go swimming he said ask my mom. i went and asked she said i could but that she did not bring my suite and said ther was not a lot of people around and that she saw boys swimming nude a time or two i rember she told me not to run in and out of the water and if anyone complaned i would have to get out. i had a great time i rember there ended up being a lot of people and beside me there was 2 outher boys swimming nude .
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