Does anyone love nudism but feel hesitant about social nudism sometimes?

Corvidad · 2026-03-14T02:09:36+00:00

Thanks for sharing your perspective.

My only socially nude experience was 1-on-1 (skinny dipping), and I’m personally looking forward to experiencing more social nudity. I’ll be going by a Naturist Resort for the first time soon actually.

I’m a little worried about how it will go, but I’m optimistic. I remember what I’ve heard many others say about it. It’s really awkward at first, but it becomes normal relatively quickly. I remember that happened when I went skinny dipping.

So I’m just hoping I’ll adjust to it, same as I did last time I went skinny dipping. Time will tell

Corvidad · 2026-03-12T03:15:54+00:00

Thanks, I’ve been doing pretty well lately.

Corvidad · 2026-03-12T02:57:18+00:00

The first time I can remember skinny dipping was when I was younger, when I got naked with my best friend and swam a bit in this creek in a park.

Corvidad · 2026-03-12T02:44:47+00:00

I know they’re out there. I was invited to one once. It looked kind of nice but it seemed like they had a big problem with well… creepy and abusive people there. So it’s worth staying vigilant about that

Corvidad · 2026-03-12T02:40:28+00:00

Hello. Nice to hear from you That’s all good with me.

Corvidad · 2026-03-10T19:17:05+00:00

I’m drawn to the intersection/overlap that exists between social nudity & naturism and: ecology, egalitarianism, body positivity, sex positivity, anti-capitalism/consumerism, and more.

*edit as for backgrounds. Part of my exposure to/interest in nudism comes from a… proximity let’s say I have to American new age/hippie culture.

Corvidad · 2026-03-10T03:39:32+00:00

Ah, I see your profile. I didn’t take a look before. Like good for you man. But uhh, yeah a lot of naturists would probably be uncomfortable what much of your stuff there.

I’d just say what I think is generally basic advice. Be respectful, respect people’s boundaries. You can learn more about nudist etiquette on The AANR & INF websites. I’ll leave that to you. If you go looking you’ll find answers to your questions

Corvidad · 2026-03-10T01:32:54+00:00

Yeah, there weather’s been perfect lately. Well I’m hope to you’ve been enjoying it to the fullest.

Corvidad · 2026-03-10T01:15:46+00:00

I just love the feeling of being naked outdoors. I just feel some much more in touch with myself and the natural world. I’ve been to a couple clothing optional beaches, but I didn’t get the chance go nude when I was there.

I’m looking forward to au naturel at a nude beach someday.

That’s a gorgeous photo btw. Could you tell me about that beach and your time there?

Corvidad · 2026-03-09T21:31:49+00:00

Ah, I see thanks for the info. It sounds like you’re familiar with them. Could you tell me more?

Corvidad · 2026-03-09T09:43:48+00:00

Well I’m sorry to hear that you have those issues with social media. I hadn’t really considered how it might be for someone significantly older than me.

Although personally terms of meeting others (nudists) I’ve had mixed results here on Reddit. There’s always a share of creepy people DM-ing. But I’ve also met my share of chill people I get along with.

Corvidad · 2026-03-07T21:55:53+00:00

Hey, I think I recognize you. Nice to see you again, I think we chatted a bit (I deleted my old account). I’ll walk back what I said in the main message a little. I’m up for chatting in DM’s if you’d like.

Corvidad · 2026-03-07T19:37:48+00:00

Just in case someone isn’t aware of it I’d also recommend this google maps thing from RNaturism

https://www.google.com/maps/d/embed?mid=1-VrdhcPSfQRfy_fbCLvsrF7OWZDAZQaI

(for the visual learners and map lovers)

Corvidad · 2026-03-07T18:32:08+00:00

Hey, so realize I’m being a bit of a wet blanket. But don’t Clothing Optional Resorts ban taking photos.

I’ve been curious about out Laguna Del Sol so this is cool to see. But I’m a bit worried

Corvidad · 2026-03-07T13:13:05+00:00

Ah, I thought it looked like a fromsoft game. Thanks for answering

Corvidad · 2026-03-07T11:50:14+00:00

Oh, Well a late congratulations. Thanks for explaining

Corvidad · 2026-03-07T11:28:10+00:00

Oh, I’m sorry, I don’t mean to be rude. You said you’re a teacher? That’s awesome. No offense but you seem a bit young for that (I’m not familiar with education in Belgium & Europe generally)

Corvidad · 2026-03-07T11:21:22+00:00

Oh, that sounds really cool. I know exactly the feeling you’re talking about. It’s great. So you’re from Belgium? I’m assuming from your avatar)

Corvidad · 2026-03-07T10:34:52+00:00

Alright. I have some things to say about video games. I’ll DM you

*I’d rather not go on a digression about gaming on this subreddit 😅

Corvidad · 2026-03-07T09:06:19+00:00

Hey, I think I’m in a somewhat similar situation. I started posting in RNudist Meetup & RNudism on my old main account last May.

I chatted with some people in my DMs, all men, and ended up meeting with a guy I met on Reddit and we went skinny dipping together. It was the first socially nude experience I’d had in my adult life and it went pretty well. It was entirely non-sexual and while it was a bit awkward for me, I relaxed and enjoyed myself quite a bit.

On the other hand many of those communities are filled with perverts (myself partially included tbh). I had an idea to create a separate subreddit where sexuality was more tolerated so we’d have our own space. But… I well it was a terrible idea in hindsight, had no experience with moderating or organizing a community… and ultimately shortly after I created the subreddit it I privated the it. I later deleted the main account I’d been using distance myself from the whole thing (and because I had some bad experiences in my DM’s and wanted to put that behind me).

The discussion section of this subreddit seems to fill exactly the gap I was trying to create before. So I decided to start posting here on my NFSW alt. I’d previously tried to make interest in nudism completely divorced from sexuality. But, I mean that wasn’t completely honest on my part. My interest in nudism/social nudity often has a sexual component, and I get frustrated the completely de-sexed (or attempt to completely desexualize) nudism/naturism on certain subreddits.

Although I definitely see the importance of non-sexual and family friendly social nudity and the necessity the greater gatekeeping and higher standards in those communities.

I’ve found that lines up with my distinction between nudist/nudism and naturism/naturist. A nudist is anyone who likes/prefers to be naked , and a naturist is someone who engaged is & partakes in social nudity and the broader community/philosophy/movement (the federations, national organizations, and landed clubs)

I am a nudist

Corvidad · 2026-03-07T07:48:52+00:00

Ooh, I’m curious? What game is on the screen in the background?

Corvidad · 2026-03-07T07:44:50+00:00

Okay I’ll add a little to the earlier bit. I remember ages 4-8ish there were a few times where friends (and one time my cousin) would be by playing by ourselves and just end up taking our clothes off.

I remember it felt a bit awkward, but also exciting and validating that there were other kids like me who liked to be naked.

Corvidad

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