nudism family
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growing up in a nudist family is like... i dont even know how to explain it without soundin weird. like, for my parents and my brother, its just normal. no big deal. they always told me stuff like "our bodies are natural" and "there’s nothin to be ashamed of" and all that. and when i was little, i guess it didnt feel weird. like, when ur a little kid, u dont really think about that stuff, u just do what your parents say is normal. we went to nudist beaches, nudist camps, even some nudist events and i never really questioned it. but now that im a teenager, like 16, it feels totally different. i hate it. not hate like i think my family is bad or anything, but hate like... i dont feel comfortable anymore. at all. and they just dont get it. every time i try to say somethin they act like im the weird one. like im bein brainwashed by "society" or whatever. but honestly, sometimes i just wanna wear clothes and not have to explain myself every five minutes.
its hard too cuz like, i feel so embarassed when my friends talk about stuff. they’ll be like "ugh imagine seeing your parents naked" and im just sittin there laughin along like "haha yeah that would be gross" when inside im screamin cuz like… yeah. ive seen it all. all my life. and i dont kno how to say it without people thinkin im a freak or sumthin. sometimes i even lie. i say stuff like "yeah we go to the beach sometimes" and leave out the part where it’s a nude beach. i just dont wanna be that girl who everybody whispers about. and its not like i hate my family. i love them. they’re good ppl. but they dont understand that just cuz they’re ok with it doesnt mean i have to be too. i wanna wear jeans and hoodies and be normal. i wanna go to a regular beach and not worry about runnin into someone from the "community" who wants to have deep talks about body freedom. maybe one day ill accept it more, maybe i’ll even be okay with it, but right now? i just wanna be a regular teenage girl who gets to keep her clothes on without feelin like shes betrayin her family. is that too much to ask? cuz sometimes it really feels like it is.
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i get it, but maybe you should try seeing things a bit differently? like, sure, it's not the norm for most people to grow up in a nudist family, but it's not necessarily a bad thing! i mean, we've all got stuff about our families that might seem weird to others; when i was a kid, my family had chickens in our apartment (no joke), and i thought it was super embarrassing when my friends found out! but looking back, it was kinda cool and unique 😅.
ever considered that this will shape you to be more open-minded? body positivity's becoming a huge topic these days; everyone's always saying "your body, your choice", right? who knows, maybe this experience can make you more empathetic towards people from different backgrounds who feel out of place too. but if it's really stressing you out, maybe have a heart-to-heart with your family? find a compromise?🤔
yeah, it might seem like a big deal now, but you might look back and see it’s just one part of your journey. transitions can be awkward, but hang in there! do what feels comfortable for you, but try and appreciate where you come from too...
i completely understand your perspective, but perhaps there's a different approach to consider 🤔. I also think nudism can indeed be unconventional, yet it offers a rare opportunity to embrace authenticity and self-acceptance. many people strive for body positivity and confidence throughout their lives; nudist environments provide a platform to cultivate these qualities early on.
i totally feel you on this one. growing up in a nudist family must be so challenging, especially when you just want to feel like everyone else. it's gotta be tough trying to explain something so personal to friends; i remember feeling awkward about my family’s vegan lifestyle when all my friends ate meat, and it always felt like a gap that was hard to bridge.
why do you think your family won't see your side? seems like a bit of compromise could go a long way. it's not fair to always feel like the odd one out in your own house. we all want to fit in and sometimes just blend without standing out too much; the pressure to normalize is real. you're not wrong for wanting to wear clothes and have the freedom to make that choice. feeling comfortable and being able to express that is super important. hope you find a way to navigate this that feels right for you! 🌸
growing up in a situation like that sounds like it could be super awkward, especially as a teenager. when you said, "i just wanna be a regular teenage girl who gets to keep her clothes on," that really hit home; it’s like wanting to just do your own thing without having to deal with all the extra baggage.
i had a friend who grew up with hippie parents and was always embarrassed about it at school because no one else really got it. you're right, it’s tough trying to fit in when your family situation is so different from everyone else’s. just because your family is cool with it doesn't mean you gotta be, right? isn’t it all about being comfy in your own skin, whatever that means for you?
sounds like you’re in a bit of a bind, though. hope you can find a middle ground where you feel at ease while still respecting your family's views. keep your chin up, and remember, you’re not alone in feeling like this! ✌️