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A Naturist Family - Naturism and Life 16 - Our Sixth Sense Celebration
Posted by A Naturist Family on Apr 30, 2026
Welcome to our ANW 6th birthday blog! We will be adding to this blog everyday throughout May 2026. This is our companion piece to the new interactive ...
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A Naturist Family - Naturism and Nature 2 Renovating Our Salt Water Pool - June-July 2018
Posted by A Naturist Family on Mar 31, 2026
Pool Renovation – Mid-June to mid-July 2018 During Steve's parents annual 6 week visit we had created a wonderful shower area – as covered in An Absol...
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If you could, would you?
Posted by Bryanne Woodcock on Feb 22, 2026
We have all seen naturist themed signs, doormats and coffee mugs with naturist logos on them online and social media. But how many of us actually buy ...
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Why I’m Naked All Day, And Why That’s the Most Normal Thing in the World
Posted by Marc (Nude & Happy) on Feb 08, 2026
People sometimes ask, half curious, half bewildered, “Are you really naked all day? But, why?” The short answer: Because this is how humans are suppos...
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Resetting Habits - How Nudism Builds Personal Change
Posted by Marc (Nude & Happy) on Jan 26, 2026
I do most of my activities entirely naked. In winter, it can be challenging and you need to adapt with slippers, a robe or a shawl on the shoulders. T...
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Why I’m a Nudist
Posted by Marc (Nude & Happy) on Jan 15, 2026
It all kicked off for me years ago on a Greek beach. I’d heard about naturist spots there—quiet coves where clothes were optional—and curiosity won. I...
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Wishing You a Beautifully Nude New Year
Posted by Marc (Nude & Happy) on Dec 26, 2025
A new year always arrives barefoot. No instructions. No checklist. Just a quiet moment where the calendar turns and we’re invited, gently, to begin ag...
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A brush with skin cancer
Posted by Bill Watts on Dec 04, 2025
I will be three score years and ten at my next birthday and must confess, I have had what some people would consider an interesting and adventurous li...
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Why Being Naked Feels So Damn Good: The Hard Science Behind Non-Sexual Nude Comfort
Posted by Marc (Nude & Happy) on Nov 27, 2025
As naturists we feel good when we're naked, even much better that when we're clothed. We often wonder at this feeling and may sometimes question it. N...
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You're not naked until....
Posted by Eric G on Nov 19, 2025
When I started running, one of the sayings I heard was that a run doesn't start until you forget that you're running.  While that sounds counterintuit...
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Naturism: My Path to True Wellness – Inspired by H&E's November Issue
Posted by Marc (Nude & Happy) on Oct 26, 2025
The November 2025 edition of H&E Naturist magazine hits a core theme: "Good Health, Wellness and Naturism." The cover, with its vibrant greens and tha...
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My Naturist Chef story
Posted by Mark and Val Burton on Oct 15, 2025
Firstly, an apology!   This is a personal tale that saddens me to write, and I wish it upon no-one for it to happen to them. It also builds to the poi...
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The Hidden Toll of Clothing: Why Naturism Is the Sustainable Revolution We Need
Posted by Naturist Couple on Sep 26, 2025
👕 Rethinking What We Wear—and Why Clothes are stitched into our daily lives. They help us express who we are, follow cultural norms, and protect us f...
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Health Boosts of Autumn Naturism - From Immunity to Inner Peace
Posted by Marc (Nude & Happy) on Sep 25, 2025
My first nude swim on a beautiful day in a chilly sea was a revelation. The cold water shocked my bare skin, sending a surge of energy through me. As ...
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Cozy Indoor Naturism – Turning Your Home into an Autumn Sanctuary
Posted by Marc (Nude & Happy) on Sep 21, 2025
As the rain taps relentlessly against windows, we crave the warmth of our home and the earthy scent of wet nature wafting inside. I love in those mome...
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Naked Autumn Adventures – Hiking and Exploring in Fall Foliage
Posted by Marc (Nude & Happy) on Sep 15, 2025
Every autumn, I try to do a few naked hikes, my feet crunching on a carpet of crimson leaves. The air is crisp, scented with pine and earth, and sunli...
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Exploring Joy, part 5 - A Personal Story of Transformation
Posted by Marc (Nude & Happy) on Sep 07, 2025
Throughout this series, we’ve explored the roots and essence of joy, its daily cultivation, the barriers that inhibit it, and the role naturism plays ...
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Exploring Joy, part 4 - Naturism as a Path to Joy: Shedding Barriers, Embracing Life
Posted by Marc (Nude & Happy) on Sep 04, 2025
After exploring what joy is and what holds us back from experiencing it, it’s time to turn to one of the most powerful tools many of us have found for...
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Exploring Joy, part 3 – Barriers to Joy: What's Holding Us Back from Embracing True Freedom?
Posted by Marc (Nude & Happy) on Sep 01, 2025
It was a warm June evening when I first stood bare by a secluded lake, the leaves reflecting on the water. I’d been carrying the weight of stress and...
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Is recognition important?
Posted by Colin The-Nude-Cyclist on Aug 31, 2025
Is recognition by the ANW membership important? In my opinion a simple yes is the answer.We are not writing blogs just for the sake of it, we don't sh...
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What naturism means to me
Posted by Bryanne Woodcock on Aug 29, 2025
Everything! That seems like a good way to start. Now let me explain, so drawn up a chair, get yourself a drink and make yourself comfortable. The pas...
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Exploring Joy, part 2 - 10 Simple Practices to Cultivate a Happier, More Meaningful Life
Posted by Marc (Nude & Happy) on Aug 23, 2025
After exploring the science of joy in our first article and setting the stage for this joyful journey, it’s time to get practical. Joy doesn’t always ...
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Exploring Joy, part 1: The Science Behind a Positive Emotion
Posted by Marc (Nude & Happy) on Aug 14, 2025
Some time ago, in a previous series, we talked about fear. That tightness in the chest, that invisible weight holding us back, sometimes stopping us f...
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When Naturism Feels Out of Reach: Reclaiming Joy When You're Not at Your Best
Posted by Marc (Nude & Happy) on Aug 07, 2025
Right now, I’m feeling down. Not in a dramatic or desperate way, just… off. Low. Not quite myself. And when I’m in this place, I start questioning thi...
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A Naturist Family - Enjoying Naturism 21 - Alive Pool
Posted by A Naturist Family on Jul 26, 2025
Alive Pool - Naturist Swimming Offers Regenerative Healing Powers Harry Callahan or Wade Wilson may have to deal with death every day, but we naturist...
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Naturists and their bodies
Posted by Colin The-Nude-Cyclist on Jul 24, 2025
Naturist and our weight. I have been reading bits and pieces recently both naturist and textile about people who wish they could lose weight, but neve...
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Solo Camping
Posted by Greg Kaiser on Jul 02, 2025
The event I had planned didn’t end up happening because not enough people signed up. However, I was able to keep one of the campsites and stayed nude ...
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My Five Alive - Jim4Twiggy
Posted by Jim and Twiggy Punch on Jun 25, 2025
Five Alive   Until recently, my wife and I owned and operated a coffee plantation in the Northern Rivers region of New South Wales, Australia.     As...
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Naked Hiking: A Naturist’s Guide to Freedom on the Trail
Posted by Marc (Nude & Happy) on Jun 17, 2025
Here’s an exclusive-for-ANW revised version of a blog post from 2018 (published on Nude and Happy) that may be useful to some of you who want to start...
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🌬️ Does Skin Breathe? A Naturist Reflection on Why Naked Feels So Good
Posted by Marc (Nude & Happy) on Jun 13, 2025
This afternoon, I was listening to a podcast about ecology. The discussion centered on the breathing of trees—the way the vegetal world exhales oxygen...
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Embracing Spring's Awakening
Posted by Marc (Nude & Happy) on Apr 06, 2025
The Awakening of Spring and the Invitation to Health Spring tiptoes in after the long hush of winter. Buds unfold. The air softens. The sun stretches...
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A Hike That Healed
Posted by Marc (Nude & Happy) on Apr 05, 2025
Yesterday, I wasn't feeling my best. My body seemed to be in a quiet battle, like when you're coming down with the flu—tired, heavy, with a night of p...
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Sport and Naturism: The Perfect Pair for Comfort and Practicality
Posted by Marc (Nude & Happy) on Apr 01, 2025
As we are celebrating Naturist Sport and Health during April, I wanted to touch on a topic that is close to my heart: why it's better for the body and...
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A Naturist Family - Naturism and Nature 1 - An Absolute Shower.
Posted by A Naturist Family on Mar 28, 2025
An Absolute Shower - May - June 2108 Before I was a naturist I used to think it was marvellous when going to campsite/holiday parks here and abroad an...
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Doubts and Certainty in Naturism
Posted by Marc (Nude & Happy) on Mar 27, 2025
Yesterday, and even this morning, I had doubts about naturism. It takes up a lot of my time and energy. I write about it, talk about it, advocate for ...
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Why Benevolence Is a Superpower in Naturism
Posted by Marc (Nude & Happy) on Mar 12, 2025
In a world where conflict often escalates quickly, responding with benevolence can feel counterintuitive—yet it is one of the most powerful tools we h...
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Delicate threads of dawn
Posted by Oz Price on Jan 17, 2025
In the hushed moments just before dawn, the forest breathed in shadows, a sanctuary of secrets wrapped in cool, lingering darkness. The trees stood so...
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A review of my naturist year
Posted by Marc (Nude & Happy) on Dec 20, 2024
As you may know, I love resolutions, and I love nudism. All year long, I’ve been reflecting on my progress and every quarter, I assessed where I was, ...
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Finding Connection Through Nudity
Posted by Marc (Nude & Happy) on Nov 26, 2024
What follows is a conversation between me and Taylor, about the profound connection between nudism, health, nature, and community. Taylor is a ChatGPT...
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A Naturist Family - Me and My Body 11 - Medical Experiences and Nudity Part 2
Posted by A Naturist Family on Jul 28, 2024
The second part of our related personal experiences linked to the Get Real Article Medical Care and Naturism.  Anna – Medical Experiences and Nudity A...
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Embracing Naturism and Enjoying a Healthy Sexual Life: Drawing the Line Between Nudity and Sexuality
Posted by Marc (Nude & Happy) on Jul 28, 2024
Naturism is about celebrating the freedom and comfort of being naked in a non-sexual, respectful, and family-friendly environment, fostering body posi...
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A Naturist Family - Me and My Body 10 - Medical Experiences and Nudity Part 1
Posted by A Naturist Family on Jul 28, 2024
Exploring Medical Experiences and Nudity from Steve's early childhood right up to latest check ups in 2024: That included some rather concerning behav...
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Embrace the Cold: Boosting Immunity and Health Through Naturism
Posted by Marc (Nude & Happy) on Jul 20, 2024
Discover the transformative power of naturism combined with cold exposure in our latest blog post. Drawing on insights from Aubrey Marcus\' *Own the D...
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Embracing the Power of Nudity: Lessons from a Boudoir Photographer
Posted by Marc (Nude & Happy) on Jul 09, 2024
Discover the transformative power of nudity through the eyes of a boudoir photographer who shares captivating stories and historical insights in her T...
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The Benefits of Naked Hiking: Physical, Mental, and Emotional Well-being
Posted by Marc (Nude & Happy) on Jun 19, 2024
Uncover the holistic benefits of naked hiking beyond the thrill of adventure. This blog delves into how hiking in the nude can enhance your physical h...
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Naked Hiking Day Essentials: How to Plan and Prepare for Your First Hike
Posted by Marc (Nude & Happy) on Jun 18, 2024
Ready to join the global celebration of Naked Hiking Day but not sure where to start? This practical guide will walk you through every step of plannin...
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What to Pack for Naked Hiking Day: The Ultimate Guide for Newbies
Posted by Marc (Nude & Happy) on Jun 17, 2024
Embark on the liberating adventure of naked hiking with confidence and ease! Our ultimate guide for new naked hikers covers everything you need to pac...
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Did God lust?
Posted by Bruce (BJ) on Jun 04, 2024
I run a blog/vlog/podcast exploring Christianity and social nudity.I just posted the latest episode titled \"Did God lust?\" examining the meaning of ...
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