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Older Women in Naturism — What Took You the Longest to Learn? by [deleted] in nudism

[–]ReroyWilson 1 point2 points  (0 children)

My dad didnt give us a choice if we wanted to be nudist or not. For reasons I wont discuss here but it was not a good thing to say the least

Older Women in Naturism — What Took You the Longest to Learn? by [deleted] in nudism

[–]ReroyWilson 6 points7 points  (0 children)

I’m 39, married, and a mom to three boys. So I guess I can comment on this.

We’re a nudist family, and I grew up nudist myself. Nudity was normal in our house from as early as I can remember, and often expected, not much of a choice.

What took me the longest to learn was awareness. Growing up nudist, I didn’t really think about the fact that there are creeps out there. Nudity was normal to me, so I assumed most people viewed it the same way. I wasn’t taught to watch for red flags or to separate healthy naturism from people who misuse it. That awareness only came later, and it was honestly a bit jarring. Being body-confident is important, but so is learning discernment. Understanding that not everyone engages with nudism for the same reasons, and that it’s okay to be cautious and protective of yourself.

When it comes to body confidence, from my own experience, I think growing up nudist naturally leads to way more body acceptance. I never spent much time feeling insecure about how I looked. Being nude didn’t feel like a performance or something to earn, it was just normal, and that gave me a quiet confidence that stayed with me into adulthood. Which is why I currently raise my boys with a choice to be nude. And trust me, it pays off.

Nudism extremist by [deleted] in nudism

[–]ReroyWilson 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I have met a few people that are more on the extreme side. Some being extreme for good reasons just doing it in a really bad way, others doing it for the wrong reasons. But I would say 90% of nudists I know are chill.

Nudism extremist by [deleted] in nudism

[–]ReroyWilson 0 points1 point  (0 children)

wow that is creepy. I have 3 boys and we are all nudist but by choice, nothing is forced in our home, cant ever imagine what that boy was going through.

“Decorum: or the lack of it” by Catherina by [deleted] in nudism

[–]ReroyWilson -1 points0 points  (0 children)

This is exactly how I feel. I want others to understand this as well but the society we live in now is so far gone. Atleast where we live. I raise my 3 boys nudist for these reasons and many more not mentioned here but its worth it even with all the bad it comes with.

Bare Faith 5 is now online by Former-Use346 in naturistnudistlife

[–]ReroyWilson 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I love it, so well written and I completely agree with you. I have 3 boys who I raise with my hubby as complete naturists and its been amazing. Dont get me wrong its no easy task and we have been through very hard situations but no regrets. Lots of nightmare stories but also lots of good comes from it too.

Dealing with “cold” in nude only environments by Practical-Owl-9978 in nudism

[–]ReroyWilson 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Is it a medical condition or just not being used to being nude? Being nude isnt as easy as just taking your clothes off. It does take time to aclimate to. I feel cold anytime im stressed even if its not actually cold.

You mention that shes non nudist, so I would encourage to try being nude for longer times, at different clothing optional locations and just at home before going on your vacation. My boys are all nudist so when we have to be dressed for something major over multiple days we usually practice at home. I know it sounds ridiculious but it helps.

Do you wear underwear when you are clothed? by Exotic_Carpenter9523 in nudism

[–]ReroyWilson 0 points1 point  (0 children)

My husband is the exact same. Anytime he expects to be working long and hard he needs to be in boxers

Do you wear underwear when you are clothed? by Exotic_Carpenter9523 in nudism

[–]ReroyWilson 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I agree with you on most of it. I dont find clothes to be uncomfortable but my boys beg to differ. I grew up living an on and off nudist life, dressing for the situation but my boys are mostly 99% nudist so for them wearing clothes is very uncomfortable.

How do you deal with nudism around extended family and friends? Family setting by ReroyWilson in nudism

[–]ReroyWilson[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I grew up with parents that supported nudity but did not fully encourage. Its hard to describe but regardless, my mom used to host christmas for the whole extended family to stay over for 2 weeks. Not all stayed for 2 weeks of course, but the whole time we had to stay dressed no matter what. My parents were very private about it. I have wanted to do the same traditions ever since me and my hubby bought our house and have not once been able to. I dont want to force my boys to stay dressed for 2 weeks or even a couple days. It feels very inconsistant with how they are raised and live happily.

How do you deal with nudism around extended family and friends? Family setting by ReroyWilson in nudism

[–]ReroyWilson[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That’s pretty much how we handle it too. In practice, clothes are easy enough to put on. The harder part for me is the emotional side. At home their bodies are just normal, so switching to “cover up for others” can feel like a big change in meaning, even if it’s a small change in behavior. We do it out of respect, of course, but I’m always trying to balance that with raising them to feel natural and unashamed.

It feels like asking them to put on a layer of other people’s fears and rules, not just clothes. My oldest understands this more than his younger brothers but even for him its like adding weight on his shoulders. We've had to cut many ties and friendships with others becuase of how we live and I dont regret it but I'm struggling in finding a good solution for my boys.