Category Archives: Women and nudity

Grassroots naturism, part 5E

Posted on April 27, 2019 by naturist philosopher

Monika: It’s starting to get late, so let’s try to sum up a few things we’ve learned today. The first observation I’d make is that having lunches like this just for us double-X folks is very helpful. People with little … Continue reading →

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Grassroots naturism, part 5D

Posted on April 22, 2019 by naturist philosopher

Monika: [After a brief pause in the conversation] I think we’ve heard from almost everyone. Sally, would you like to say a little? Sally: Sure. Um, well, I’m working as a waitress in a chain restaurant. Not a job I … Continue reading →

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Grassroots naturism, part 5B

Posted on April 12, 2019 by naturist philosopher

Kimberly Schmidt: This is the first time my Mom and I have attended this group. Maybe she should say something about our family, since her feelings are probably like Erin’s. Celeste Schmidt: I agree. Our family consists of my husband … Continue reading →

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Grassroots naturism, part 5A

Posted on April 7, 2019 by naturist philosopher

Monika Hamilton: Well, looks like everyone’s found a place to sit and start eating. This is the biggest turnout we’ve had so far, and that’s wonderful. Fortunately, our rec room is big enough for everyone, but unfortunately we don’t have … Continue reading →

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Grassroots naturism, part 5

Posted on April 7, 2019 by naturist philosopher

Introduction to the story Previous installment Contents of this part Grassroots naturism, part 5A Grassroots naturism, part 5B Grassroots naturism, part 5C Grassroots naturism, part 5D Grassroots naturism, part 5E

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Benefits of social nudity: body acceptance

Posted on February 1, 2015 by naturist philosopher

Many lists have been compiled over the years enumerating the many beneficial characteristics of social nudity. One typical recent list highlights 10 benefits: 10 reasons why I am a nudist. At the top of this one, like most others, is: … Continue reading →

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Nudity makes us think

Posted on November 20, 2014 by naturist philosopher

And there’s quite a lot to think about in this 10 minute video made by Thomas Lundy: The ideas here are all offered by women, so men may find them somewhat unsettling. But that need not be so. Perhaps you’d … Continue reading →

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Nudity and vulnerability

Posted on November 14, 2014 by naturist philosopher

Is there anyone, except perhaps a few veteran naturists/nudists, who doesn’t think that being naked around other people – not only strangers but even people we know well – can produce strong feelings of vulnerability? Vulnerability is a topic we’ve … Continue reading →

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“But aren’t you freaked out about everyone seeing your body’s flaws?”

Posted on February 9, 2014 by naturist philosopher

“But aren’t you freaked out about everyone seeing your body’s flaws?” As a naturist, I actually freak out less about that stuff. It’s helped me cope with body issues – and it’s helped me accept the growing baby bump. As … Continue reading →

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Teaching naked yoga… and authenticity

Posted on February 1, 2014 by naturist philosopher

Why I Teach Naked Yoga If you had told me even a year ago that this is something I would ever even entertain the thought of for just five seconds, I would have said, “Go back to Andromeda where you … Continue reading →

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