So take a deep breath. Drop the towel. And come as you are—literally.
When you enter a naturist resort, beach, or club, you are crossing a threshold. On the other side, clothing is not required—but more importantly, judgment is not allowed. Veteran naturists will tell you that within the first thirty minutes of a nude hike or a swim, you stop seeing bodies as objects of comparison.
Naturism, on the other hand, is a lifestyle that involves nudity in a social setting, often in a recreational or therapeutic context. Naturists believe that nudity can help to promote a positive body image, self-esteem, and a sense of freedom and liberation. By shedding clothes, naturists aim to shed the constraints of societal norms and expectations, allowing them to connect with others and with nature on a deeper level.