It’s a clothes optional service, where I offer either in person or on line, I personally prefer in person. I work either with groups, couples or singles to firstly to calm them down to become present and grounded. If this is all I can do it has such a great benefits, I then work on a topic they want to work on, this may be physical pain, stress, anxiety, relationships with others. It is the thoughts and beliefs they carry that cause their problems. The objective of the work is to lead them to be in balance physically and psychologically, to be in psychophysical unity. It is very powerful and has rapid effects to those I’ve worked with.
Naturism is a choice, a chance to be truly yourself without the influence of others. It is a way of life that is freeing and beautiful. Everyone should witness it, in fact many are naked for a third of their day and don’t even realise it. That’s when they are in bed
8. If ANW wasn't about naturism but something else entirely what other life choice/hobby/interest/passion...would have made you consider joining it?My well-being work has led me to read about paganism, a lot of what I do is ancient knowledge and aligns with paganism, you may have guessed it, a group about paganism.
9. What do you think naturism has taught you about yourself and do you think it has changed you in any way?
We are all the same once we let our barriers down and there is nothing to fear, I’ve discovered naturism through my work in managing anxiety and depression. I’m now more content with myself and open to others, happy to listen and offer whatever support they need. Letting my barriers down has made it easier to be myself and my own authority in my life.
10. Do you think that there are certain people better suited to naturism and others that are not suited to it and if so why do you think that?Naturism is open to all however it depends on their mindset, if they think naturism is a pathway for sexual encounters and or voyeurism, they will be upset and easily noticed. Naturism is about the love of everything without any rules and or conditions, if there are any then it is not real naturism.
11. How does your country consider naturism? How do the laws stand supporting naturism? What are the national and local opportunities like?
I live in the UK, it is supported legally however many don’t understand the legal stance as many think nudity in public equals a sexual predator. I see this changing slowly and there is more acceptance as there is an acceptance of other diversities. I don’t like naturism being part of the diversities, if needs must, and naturism is major accepted then I’ll live with it.
12. How would you like to see the future of naturism developing over the next 30 years and do you feel these ideas are achievable.
I see naturism becoming more of the norm and accepted, as I stated in question 11, there are many ideas and plans to introduce naturism to the masses, the news loves the news about naturism though they do skew the real news to suit their readership: any news is good news!
13 What are the biggest problems that naturism is currently facing? Do you think these are worldwide concerns? Are these problems any different from when you first became a naturist?In the UK the common belief is that naturism is a sexual activity, when we get over this hurdle things will change for the better, I can’t comment on what’s happening worldwide. I’ve been practicing naturism for only a few years so I haven’t notice much change in this time.
14. If the world was accepting of naturism - happy to take on a clothing optional policy in most situations - how do you think it would change the way society works - what positives could you imagine and do you think there would be any negatives?I sense that this would be difficult and naturism is a mindset that accepts things as they are, there will alway be others with a different point of view that strive for control over others. To gain control the easy way is to divide people.
I’d love a world that we wear clothes only to meet environmental needs; to keep warm, protection at work, I think that is about it. Being free without the sexualisation of people that clothing brings.
15. Are there any aspect of naturism that frustrates you or annoys you or you feel let down by? Are there any answers that you can think of to put these things right?
As a lone male naturist, my wife prefers not to engage, I’ve tried a couple of time to join naturist clubs only to be told that there is a long waiting time for men to join and if I joined as a couple I could join immediately. This is unfair and does not meet equality, I know they are private clubs and they set their own rules.
16. Has there ever been a specific day, location, venue, activity that at the end of it has made you think - this is naturism at its best?
When I attended the Windermere weekend last year, as a single I was welcomed and felt part of the event. Lots of chats to those there and really enjoyed the activities. I was sad that I had to leave and felt it aw just not long enough
17. Do you speak to friends and family about your naturism? How has that been? Do you have any tips? Has it ever had a bad effect on a relationship?
Yes, some have said, why tell me it doesn’t bother me and others the opposite. My tips are to tell them, ask them if it’s ok to be naked in front of them, then it is their choice, respect their choice and dress appropriately or not
18. What five words would you use to describe naturism that people who haven't tried naturism may not have considered and what five words would you say doesn't describe naturism that those same people may wrongly consider to be true.
Freedom, ease, connection, nature & love, predator, weird, unnatural, cult & mental
19. If you were to close your eyes and consider naturism as an animal, a colour and a food item what three answers would come to mind?
A dog, green & salad
20. Do you have any naturist regrets?My wife doesn’t like nudity
21. Why do you think people should join ANW? What can existing naturists get from it and how about "newbies”?It's different to BN, I’m a member, ANW seems to be more free flowing without the necessary rules BN has, ANW is a friendly space to engage with other naturists.
22. If you could go anywhere in the world as a naturist where would it be?I thought of a beach but I get bored lying around, I’d opt for a long walk somewhere, completing the Offa’s Dyke walk naked, enjoying the sun on my back without the need for clothes.
23. Any other thoughts and considerations to add?
Naturism is a way of life, it is a choice, it is a fantastic choice, the people in the community I’ve met a caring, connected and love their nudity. I now want to meet more naturists and if I can help them to let go of their fears and pain so they can really discover who they really are when they are in balance with whatever life brings them.
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