You can practice the philosophy of body acceptance without ever taking your clothes off in public. However, the argument of this article is that the internal work of body positivity is completed by the external action of naturism.

Beyond the psychological, it allows for increased vitamin D production and a general sense of freedom and "skin hunger" satisfaction.

Critics often argue that naturism is only for the "already fit." This is factually incorrect. Walk through any landed naturist club or clothing-optional beach on a sunny weekend, and you will see a cross-section of humanity far more diverse than any fashion magazine.

“What if I see someone I know?”