Topic: Nudism

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Curious to know how many people here have ever considered casual nudity. I look forward to your responses.

Just a bit of background before I ask anything

Yes, I am a practicing nudist in the privacy of my home. I used to sunbathe in my backyard at my old place, but I live in an apartment block now and cannot do so. Given how cold it's been lately, I tend to keep a shirt or a pair of socks on at the very least. I feel constricted when I'm wearing pants or underwear, so as soon as those come off, I am much more relaxed. It also cuts down on how often I have to do laundry. In addition, nudism has helped me feel more comfortable with my body and all its faults.

My roommate doesn't mind my nudity, and we talk to each other as if nothing is unusual. He feels more comfortable wearing clothes, however. To each his own.

If you have never considered casual nudity before:

Would you do it in private? Given the opportunity, would you do it with company? Why or why not?

If you would consider non-sexual nudity in a social setting, whether it be with friends or strangers, what would you expect from the experience?

For those of you who have thought of it or practice it:

Why does nudism appeal to you?

If you have practiced non-sexual nudity in a social setting, what was your experience like?

Updated by GameManiac

Clothing pockets are better than the nude alternatives, so being clothed wins.

Seriously though. Nudism just doesn't appeal to me

Updated by anonymous

Been a casual nudist for quite some time. Usually don't go nude, just like having the option to do so when I do feel like it - and don't see why it should be an issue. Luckily, there's a nudist resort nearby for when the urge hits. Mostly, though, I just take advantage of the pool there for a swim when I get too stressed.

Updated by anonymous

I remember seeing several back when I lived in southern california and just seemed like part and parcel of the environs, and even though attitudes are generally the same, it doesn't really jive with the pacific northwest most of the weather....not that it seems to stop them in Portland.

I prefer the variation clothes can bring anyway, dancing in seven layers of kimonos just feels so much more fluid flailing with kinetic fabric rather than just whatever's hanging about :v

Updated by anonymous

Private (just me) nudism is alright. Anything else is just a little freaky to me.

Updated by anonymous

Qmannn said:

Also, why do so many nudists demonize sexuality? I get that there's a time and place for things and that being nude doesn't mean that you're interested in sex, but why act as if the human body isn't sexual and discourage the congregation of those who are interested in sexual activities, even when interacting only amongst themselves? It seems hypocritical, especially when trying to get others to not demonize nudity.

It's just like how some furries or bronies are like 'but being a furry / brony is not about the sex.. that's just a few pervs'. Like, exactly the same. People are too uptight about sex for it to be 'okay' to say 'actually, sometimes it is about the sex', and being nudists doesn't change that.

Updated by anonymous

Nah clothing is pretty epic, always wearing cargo pants/shorts and double breast-pocketed plaid shirts or t-shirts. I even wear socks to bed, too. Like a heretic.

Updated by anonymous

Nah, bare skin's pretty weak and vulnerable, I prefer to have a layer of something covering me.

Updated by anonymous

Ratte

Former Staff

I would even shower wearing clothes if I could. I am always covered if for no other reason than because I absolutely loathe being nude, regardless of location.

Updated by anonymous

I'm a private nudist in the summer for practical reasons (no A/C), but not usually during the rest of the year.

Updated by anonymous

Qmannn said:
Also, why do so many nudists demonize sexuality?

It's not demonizing sexuality. Most nudists (including myself) take the stance that nudity itself is not inherently sexual. Rules about sex-oriented behavior at resorts or other nudist gatherings is mostly a matter of maintaining a comfortable environment for the majority.

Updated by anonymous

parasprite said:
I like butts, boobies, and penis.

I'm part of the problem.

I like the first one and the last one.

I'm two thirds a part of the problem. :P

Updated by anonymous

I don't see a problem in nudity either, as long as you don't run off xD But I don't like it when you're on your own property and people stare at you like you're a monster for being naked -.- Sometimes thos situations can be very awkward

Updated by anonymous

Genjar

Former Staff

Sometimes, but this climate is too cold to make a habit of it.

Updated by anonymous

Wow, I started this and never got back around to it. Damn finals week.

Huh. Don't have much else to say. To each their own.

bring me Nimmy

Updated by anonymous

The only time I got nude in public was at the 24 Hour Fitness locker room, where you're supposed to anyway.

I'm 6'0" and weigh 180 lbs. But I do have some stretch marks I don't like looking at...

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GameManiac said:
The only time I got nude in public was at the 24 Hour Fitness locker room, where you're supposed to anyway.

I'm 6'0" and weigh 180 lbs. But I do have some stretch marks I don't like looking at...

WEAR THOSE STRIPES WITH PRIDE!

Updated by anonymous

SirBrownBear said:
WEAR THOSE STRIPES WITH PRIDE!

Just like the scars I have on the sides of my ribs from the spontaneous pneumothoraxes that I had to have surgery to treat.

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