The issue is about what may be the main challenge facing naturism today. That is: why and how to stop being secretive about having an interest in naturism or social nudity. That will help correct the misunderstandings people you know have about naturism. Not only the people you discuss naturism with will know of your interest. But (with your permission) they will be able to tell their own acquaintances what you’ve told them. That can help you develop a network of naturist friends. Both you and naturism in general benefit the more people give it a try.
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I agree that having an interest in naturism or social nudity should not be a secret. I matter-of-factly mentioned to a female collogue that I enjoy nonsexual naturism or social nudity and that I enjoy doing it whenever I have the opportunity. I invited her for a weekend to a secluded bush cabin about 140 km away from our hometown. I visited this place a few times before, but this was the first time it took someone with to share the experience. It has an outside shower and a small splash pool. The inside is an open plan area a practical kitchen area, a queen-size bed, and a bathroom with a toilet. It is very neat and very private. the nearest people are about one kilometer away, so you basically have free range to walk naked as you like. I picked a time of the year that we could use the outdoor pool and other facilities, and it turned out to be a very interesting and relaxing weekend for the both of us. my friend is now into naturism, and we are happy to talk about it more openly amongst other friends at work – who already showed interest in joining us in the future. We now plan to visit this place at least every three months for “old time’s sake”. LOL.
I’m glad it worked out so well. But don’t stop talking with others about naturism. If more naturists who’ve been secretive would talk about it with people who seem open-minded – even if they’re not close friends – there could be a lot more naturists before long.