What’s the strangest stereotype about nudists?
In this #UndressedThread, we’re exploring the myths and misconceptions about naturism—and how to challenge them
How do you find a blind man at a nudist colony? It’s not hard.
It’s a joke you’ve probably heard before (or a similar version), and like so many others, it plays on stereotypes about naturism. From the idea that nudists live in colonies or never wear clothes to the misconception that naturism is inherently sexual, myths like these have been around for as long as naturism itself. And while some stereotypes are laughable, others have done real harm by spreading misunderstanding about body freedom and the naturist lifestyle.
In this #UndressedThread, we’re asking:
What’s the funniest or most absurd myth you’ve heard about naturism?
How do you handle it when someone misunderstands or stereotypes naturism?
Why do you think these myths stick around, and how can we reshape the conversation?
Share your thoughts and stories in the comments. 🪐
'Nudists are pedophiles/dangerous to children'
This myth has been growing exponentially in recent years and is one of the most dangerous to the movement. It's also the one that makes it easiest to attack us due to ANY sexual association with nudism (such as swinger resorts or nudism social media that doesn't moderate strong enough to keep bad actors from sliding porn into feeds, etc).
Being logical and 'nice' in response to these allegations clearly doesn't work. We have to fight back hard, strong and legally.
We aren't open about our nudism, but have friends that are.
When it comes up in conversation that they are nudists the overwhelming response is "I don't have the body for that, no one wants to see me naked."
We just smile knowing better. I'll occasionally comment "that you don't know what you haven't tried"