I have been a naturist since my teens, but I kept it hidden for a long time, and now I feel like I’m ready to go public.
When I was younger (maybe at the late stages of puberty, 17-19), I started to feel like I was more comfortable when I was naked, but at that time, I was very shy and not confident at all, so I hid my naturist side.
I would only be naked when nobody else was in the house, and there were a few times when I almost got caught and had to run through the house and up the stairs to my room.
For a long time, I would only be naked in the house alone. In my early 30’s I plucked up the courage to go to a nearby beach that I had read online was an unofficial naturist beach, still on my own.
Now, in my 50’s I have finally joined a naturist club where I am happy to say I practice naturism with other naturists
Over the years, I have taken many photos of myself. I will post some of them here over the next few days and then post new ones as I take them
Everyone has their own reasons for practising naturism, and sometimes it is difficult to describe, but I’m going to try.
In the beginning, I suppose it was probably a puberty thing. I was a late bloomer, and around 16-19 years old, so my body had been changing, and I began to feel excited about my new adult body.
I would be naked as much as possible, and over time, I became comfortable this way. Wearing clothes felt heavy and restrictive, but I was a very shy person, and my self-confidence around others was low, so I hid my naturist side.
Over time, naturism has become more about honesty and being natural, like every other creature.
Honesty By being naked and seeing myself naked, I have become more honest with myself about who I am.
I am definitely not a male model. I am not ripped or overweight, but somewhere in between, maybe I will say sturdy.
My penis is average by UK standards, which is fine. Penis size does not define a man. Character is way more important.
I’m ginger-haired, which was a rare thing when I was young, and I was often made fun of because of it.
This led to the shyness and lack of confidence mentioned earlier. By being naked a lot, I grew more accepting of my hair colour, whether it be on my head or other parts of my body, it really didn’t matter.
I am just an average person and don’t pretend to be any better than I am. I definitely don’t pretend to be better than other people. Naturism has taught me that without clothing, we are all equal.
Natural Every other creature on Earth lives naked, and it has no negative effect on them. They live through all kinds of weather and environmental conditions without problems. We like to think we are above them, but biologically, we are the same. Our body has its own heating and cooling system, and it adapts to whatever is around us. Clothing gets in the way of this system, making us soft and disconnecting us from the planet around us. Naturism has shown me that my naked body is quite capable of being warm in winter and cool in summer, and my skin has grown stronger where needed to protect itself. Clothing is mostly unnecessary.
Current day Me Now I am in my 50’s and my shyness is gone. I’m still not much of a talker, but I am confident about myself, who I am and what I can do.
I am ready to be honest and stop hiding my naturist side, and I am happy for people to see me just as I am.
The idea that naturism and Christianity can coexist tends to surprise people, mostly because both are widely misunderstood. Naturism is often reduced to a caricature of “people taking their clothes off,” while Christianity is sometimes framed as inherently body‑shaming or restrictive. Neither of those assumptions holds up when you look deeper. In fact, many Christians throughout history—and many today—find that naturism strengthens their faith, enriches their spiritual life, and deepens their sense of gratitude for creation.
This isn’t about pushing anyone toward a lifestyle they don’t want. It’s about exploring a perspective that’s far more compatible with Christian belief than most people realise.
The Body as God’s Creation
A core Christian teaching is that the human body is good. Not neutral. Not shameful. Good.
In Genesis, God creates humanity “naked and unashamed.”
The Incarnation—God becoming flesh—is the ultimate affirmation of the body’s sacredness.
Christian theology consistently rejects the idea that the body is inherently sinful.
Naturism embraces this same truth. It treats the body as something to be respected, not hidden in shame. For many Christian naturists, being nude in appropriate, non-sexualised settings becomes a way to reconnect with the original goodness of creation.
Rejecting Shame, Not Modesty
A common misconception is that naturism equals immodesty. But modesty in Christian teaching is about humility, respect, and intention—not fabric.
Naturism actually encourages:
Body acceptance rather than comparison
Respect rather than objectification
Simplicity rather than vanity
When nudity is normalised, the pressure to sexualize the body decreases dramatically. Many Christian naturists describe it as freeing: a way to step out of the consumer culture that profits from insecurity.
Community Without Pretence
One of the most beautiful aspects of naturism is the sense of equality it creates. Without clothing as status markers, people meet each other as they truly are. That resonates deeply with Christian values:
“God shows no partiality.”
“Do not judge by outward appearance.”
“Clothe yourselves with compassion, kindness, humility…”
Naturist spaces often embody these principles more authentically than many fully clothed environments. There’s a refreshing honesty in a community where no one is performing or hiding behind labels.
Stewardship and Simplicity
Naturism often goes hand‑in‑hand with environmental awareness, minimalism, and a slower pace of life. These values align closely with Christian teachings about stewardship, gratitude, and living simply.
For some Christians, naturism becomes a spiritual practice—an intentional way to reconnect with nature, reduce distractions, and appreciate God’s creation without barriers.
A Return to Eden, Not a Rebellion
Critics sometimes assume naturism is about rebellion or hedonism. But for many Christian naturists, it’s the opposite. It’s a return to innocence, not an escape from morality.
They’re not rejecting Christian ethics—they’re rejecting the cultural baggage that has been layered onto the faith over centuries. They’re choosing to see the body the way God intended: without shame, without fear, and without the assumption that nudity equals sin.
A Faith That Embraces Wholeness
Christianity is a religion of incarnation, renewal, and freedom. Naturism, when practised ethically and respectfully, can complement those themes beautifully.
It invites believers to:
Celebrate the body rather than fear it
Experience creation without barriers
Build community based on authenticity
Let go of shame that was never part of God’s design
Not every Christian will feel called to naturism, and that’s perfectly fine. But for those who do, it can be a deeply meaningful expression of faith—one that honours both the Creator and the creation.
Brian
