I’d say it’s the people. If you feel like you are entering an enclave of accepting, like-minded, supportive people who also embrace nudism, it welcomes you into the fold so much faster
I'm comfortable naked in private spaces, where there's no one around who might not have consented to see my full body, and in environments where all or most other humans are also naked and have consented to see each other nude.
I am most at ease when I am with like-minded people. 100% just relaxing, with no expectations other than mutual respect. I find that most readily in a naturist community. I am an older single, and I enjoy quiet time with others of my age. I also enjoy the company of families with their children, where the parents set the tone for acceptance of others and a wholesome appreciation of the human body.
I don't go to nude beached any more. I don't like being followed, photographed without my permission, gawked at or hit on. At Nudist clubs, I feel uncomfortable being asked to swing.
Women need to be able to enjoy their own space and not have it intruded.
For me what makes a public space feel truly safe to be nude is when I know that I am away from where I might be seen unintentionally, even if someone might choose to enter the space where I am, knowing they will encounter nudity. I go beyond that sometimes—for example, on hiking trails—as long as I feel confident either that my being exposed is unlikely to cause alarm OR I’ll be able to cover up and avoid hassle. It’s less safe, but safe enough!
Some kind of guarantee that I will not have any trouble with authorities (getting arrested) just for being naked. I'm afraid of overzealous officers more than creeps and gawkers.
For me I find safety in a private/secluded area, I am a home nudist. I have not done any social nudity like at a club, but what I am looking for is a place and group of people who are fully aware of other’s sensitivity.
As a survivor of childhood sexual abuse I am EXTRA cautious. I think I could do a club where they are highly visible in protecting people while at the club. There are all kinds of people that like to push the boundaries whether they are clothed or nude. I am looking for a place that does background checks, they are FULLY stressing that nudity should be NON-SEXUAL and they hold their membership private, and are NOT afraid of confronting someone who is pushing boundaries. I need to feel like I am supported if someone makes unwelcome advances or even just looking too much that they will be dealt with and no bending of the rules.
Even when clothed I am shy and not overtly social. I will participate if I feel comfortable with the people. There is a club that I have been considering going to because they have a lot of hiking trails. I just want to hike nude without fear of offending someone and be in nature.
Being nude relaxes me and I find that it is a type of therapy for me in my story of survival. If AANR or other organizations where more visibly strict I would have an easier time with making a transition to social nudity.
I think the biggest thing for me is the formal acknowledgement that it is in fact a safe place to be naked. My home is safe regardless of what visitors believe. I've had visitors come by unannounced, ignoring the posted warning that this home is clothing optional, and complaining that we're naked. When I point out that they came by without warning knowing full well that we were nudists and that it is their issue not ours, they fain indigence and claim we're not being hospitable. On the other end of the scale, being nude in a place where customs or social beliefs impede harmless nudity can create significant anxiety for all.
All the above. It is a mindset. The surroundings set the experience. By yourself you can find space a few feet off the trail to enjoy. 20 feet away pass clothed hikers while i lay in the sun or sit in a creek. Orher times i enjoy social events.
Look around, assess the area, find your spot , then enjoy.
Have i enjoyed where i maybe should not have? Im sure, but no bad remarks have been made.
Only one rude comment in over 10 years of hiking was during a group hike when a 40s/50s female told the group we are disgusting. Then shen ran into the other group 30? Minutes later with the same comment.
Driving nude to events and back help make the day.
There are several choices posted in this poll. They don't really get to the core of the issue for me.
I'm most "connected" naked either when I am somewhere it is accepted, or there is nobody around to complain. That doesn't just mean a resort or at home. It could be walk/running the Bare to Breakers, surrounded by of 50K people. It could be the WNBR in downtown LA. It could be miles deep in wilderness. Or posing for an art class. I don't need 100% approval as long as it is legal and generally accepted. I don't need the heartburn of harassment or active rejection, but tolerance is good enough.
I feel "safe" naked when I am free. 🕊 Inside, outside, active, resting, public or private, with nudists or textiles, none of these matter. If there are significant adverse consequences, legal, social or environmental, I won't be nude. Risk taking is not something I enjoy.
When I was first starting out being nude outside of the house, my most comfortable place was Black's Beach. As time has gone on and I have expanded where and when I will be nude, I find that I am comfortable as long as no one around me feels uncomfortable.
That can be hiking where there is only a small chance of being seen (I have been seen many times but so far no complaints), relaxing and swimming at a beach that used to be clothing optional but is no longer (Bates Beach - if you go far enough down the beach, you are likely going to be OK)
I am also very comfortable doing the Los Angeles WNBR. I have done very ride since 2010. I hope to see you there. (I am the one who brings all the bike signs)
"I find that I am comfortable as long as no one around me feels uncomfortable."
Exactly. I used to throw birthday suit parties, back when I still had a social life. It did not bother me that most people kept most of their clothes on. It was accepted and nobody got their hair in a twist.
I’d say it’s the people. If you feel like you are entering an enclave of accepting, like-minded, supportive people who also embrace nudism, it welcomes you into the fold so much faster
I'm comfortable naked in private spaces, where there's no one around who might not have consented to see my full body, and in environments where all or most other humans are also naked and have consented to see each other nude.
I am most at ease when I am with like-minded people. 100% just relaxing, with no expectations other than mutual respect. I find that most readily in a naturist community. I am an older single, and I enjoy quiet time with others of my age. I also enjoy the company of families with their children, where the parents set the tone for acceptance of others and a wholesome appreciation of the human body.
I don't go to nude beached any more. I don't like being followed, photographed without my permission, gawked at or hit on. At Nudist clubs, I feel uncomfortable being asked to swing.
Women need to be able to enjoy their own space and not have it intruded.
For me what makes a public space feel truly safe to be nude is when I know that I am away from where I might be seen unintentionally, even if someone might choose to enter the space where I am, knowing they will encounter nudity. I go beyond that sometimes—for example, on hiking trails—as long as I feel confident either that my being exposed is unlikely to cause alarm OR I’ll be able to cover up and avoid hassle. It’s less safe, but safe enough!
Some kind of guarantee that I will not have any trouble with authorities (getting arrested) just for being naked. I'm afraid of overzealous officers more than creeps and gawkers.
For me I find safety in a private/secluded area, I am a home nudist. I have not done any social nudity like at a club, but what I am looking for is a place and group of people who are fully aware of other’s sensitivity.
As a survivor of childhood sexual abuse I am EXTRA cautious. I think I could do a club where they are highly visible in protecting people while at the club. There are all kinds of people that like to push the boundaries whether they are clothed or nude. I am looking for a place that does background checks, they are FULLY stressing that nudity should be NON-SEXUAL and they hold their membership private, and are NOT afraid of confronting someone who is pushing boundaries. I need to feel like I am supported if someone makes unwelcome advances or even just looking too much that they will be dealt with and no bending of the rules.
Even when clothed I am shy and not overtly social. I will participate if I feel comfortable with the people. There is a club that I have been considering going to because they have a lot of hiking trails. I just want to hike nude without fear of offending someone and be in nature.
Being nude relaxes me and I find that it is a type of therapy for me in my story of survival. If AANR or other organizations where more visibly strict I would have an easier time with making a transition to social nudity.
I think the biggest thing for me is the formal acknowledgement that it is in fact a safe place to be naked. My home is safe regardless of what visitors believe. I've had visitors come by unannounced, ignoring the posted warning that this home is clothing optional, and complaining that we're naked. When I point out that they came by without warning knowing full well that we were nudists and that it is their issue not ours, they fain indigence and claim we're not being hospitable. On the other end of the scale, being nude in a place where customs or social beliefs impede harmless nudity can create significant anxiety for all.
All the above. It is a mindset. The surroundings set the experience. By yourself you can find space a few feet off the trail to enjoy. 20 feet away pass clothed hikers while i lay in the sun or sit in a creek. Orher times i enjoy social events.
Look around, assess the area, find your spot , then enjoy.
Have i enjoyed where i maybe should not have? Im sure, but no bad remarks have been made.
Only one rude comment in over 10 years of hiking was during a group hike when a 40s/50s female told the group we are disgusting. Then shen ran into the other group 30? Minutes later with the same comment.
Driving nude to events and back help make the day.
For me it is on the balcony. I am able to sunbathe nude without anyone to see me.
There are several choices posted in this poll. They don't really get to the core of the issue for me.
I'm most "connected" naked either when I am somewhere it is accepted, or there is nobody around to complain. That doesn't just mean a resort or at home. It could be walk/running the Bare to Breakers, surrounded by of 50K people. It could be the WNBR in downtown LA. It could be miles deep in wilderness. Or posing for an art class. I don't need 100% approval as long as it is legal and generally accepted. I don't need the heartburn of harassment or active rejection, but tolerance is good enough.
I feel "safe" naked when I am free. 🕊 Inside, outside, active, resting, public or private, with nudists or textiles, none of these matter. If there are significant adverse consequences, legal, social or environmental, I won't be nude. Risk taking is not something I enjoy.
This is also how I feel.
When I was first starting out being nude outside of the house, my most comfortable place was Black's Beach. As time has gone on and I have expanded where and when I will be nude, I find that I am comfortable as long as no one around me feels uncomfortable.
That can be hiking where there is only a small chance of being seen (I have been seen many times but so far no complaints), relaxing and swimming at a beach that used to be clothing optional but is no longer (Bates Beach - if you go far enough down the beach, you are likely going to be OK)
I am also very comfortable doing the Los Angeles WNBR. I have done very ride since 2010. I hope to see you there. (I am the one who brings all the bike signs)
"I find that I am comfortable as long as no one around me feels uncomfortable."
Exactly. I used to throw birthday suit parties, back when I still had a social life. It did not bother me that most people kept most of their clothes on. It was accepted and nobody got their hair in a twist.