When nudity is simply ignored

We all like to socialise, to share life, but do we need to be and act all the same?

The aim of this blog is not to attract all and sundry into naturism, to convince one and all of its benefits and pleasures, however self evident they seem to me. That would be a foolish aspiration, doomed to failure and disappointment. If I were to start collecting stamps, I may enthuse about my new joy to my friends but would I need to get them to join in? Should I feel that I had failed in some respect if they did not join in? Is it even desirable to have a lifestyle adopted by a large majority? Very clearly, no.

Clubbing together makes sense in a number of areas, allowing shared facilities for sports, pooling of expertise and simple camaraderie, but that does not mean we have to "go" to a place or club to live as desired. Naturism is a way of life, a recognition that clothing is not always required. Ignoring the obvious need for warmth and protection, it is the appreciation that the joyous feeling of freedom that nudity often provides is sufficient in itself. It is not necessary to be in a club or association to feel this, simply living life without clothes where possible is a delight.

Socialising nude offers the same advantages as an other social groups, the affirmation of rightness when surrounded by like-minded people. That is good but it leaves the impression that when away from the group, life cannot be quite the same, that the rightness is in someway diminished. Being in the company of those who are not like-minded is more difficult, especially for a member of a minority such as a naturist.

The best situation would be when nudity is simply ignored, when it causes no more attention than the colour of a tee-shirt. That way I could lead my life causing no harm or inconvenience and others can lead theirs without judgement, harassment or opprobrium.