In clothing, a person can really find it easy to hide themselves. A person can also show off the parts of their body they like. Naked, however, we can't hide anything. I've mentioned before that I'm a little on the chubby side. I'm not necessarily uncomfortable naked, as obviously I've been to 2 nude beaches, but I tend to notice that I have weight to lose.
From what I understand, part of the original nudist philosophy is the notion of living a more natural, healthy lifestyle. Correct me if I'm wrong. I certainly don't live a healthy lifestyle, as I often run to and fro and sometimes eat on-the-go. I'm coming to terms with the fact that I need to live healthier, eat healthier, and exercise more. With one life to live, I should certainly enjoy it.
I hope I don't sound vain in saying this, but next season, when I make it to the beach, I want to look better. I hope to feel better about my body, whether I wear clothes or not. It's not because I want people to look at me, but because I want to live a more healthy lifestyle.
Is there anyone out there who is with me? We can work on this together (virtually, of course). Maybe you disagree with the whole idea. Either way, I'd love your comments.
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I'm with you!
ReplyDeleteIn my limited exposure to the nudist/naturist circle, it's struck me that there are plenty of overweight people. Now, it's true that there are a lot of overweight people in general. But shouldn't naturists be different?
I think it's great when people can overcome shame and begin to accept and appreciate their bodies, even with wrinkles or stretch marks or rolls. But it seems to me that a naturist philosophy should take us beyond just accepting our bodies to actually making an effort to keep them healthy and in shape. If they're such wonderful gifts, we should be taking care of them!
I know it's easier said than done, and my body isn't a testament to much discipline or gymnastic accomplishment. Still, fitness is something I've come to value (partially due to my budding naturism), and I'm taking steps to improve it in my life.
Thanks, Daniel!
ReplyDeleteI think you said it better than I did!
Even more surprising than the overweight issue, I think, is how many naturists smoke -- I would definitely say disproportionate to the rest of society. And if I'm offending anyone here by saying that I'm sorry, but what can I say? I'm not saying it makes you a bad person, but it's not healthy, and you know it. And that does seem to be in contrast to what naturism is suppoed to be about.
ReplyDeleteI certainly agree. Yes, a person has a right to smoke just like they have the right to eat, but it doesn't mean that it is healthy. Now, I never knew that there was a high smoking population among nudists.
ReplyDeleteHowever, most smoking nudists probably see the lifestyle the same as most overweight ones (I think), and it's the same way as I saw myself - enjoying life naked. Healthy naturist living is a little different.