Here, here to Rabbit, Corsair, Princedale, Curtand especially Freedomrider (very well said)! This subject has been covered (od infinitum) on many threads. I would like to add that I so wish newbies to the site would take just a little bit of time to read through the different threads before posting a new thread. I knowwe did when we first joined the site (almost a year ago). That being said...welcome to the site, Mr. Goodbar. p.s.Are you aware that typing all in caps is equivalent to shouting or yelling?
so no caps is whispering...
As in another thread...... ( so many redundant posts under different threads ) I had several, but none are in the "top five." They haven't changed since before it became a pay site. Methinks "mandatory" is WAY over the top ! I want to put a face with a name, not necessarily "other parts" that have virtually nothing to do with what makes a person anyway. I favor certification. I favor SOME kind of face pic on a profile. I do not necessarily favor nude photo's, though I ( obviously ) have no objection. Posting anything ( like this missive ) for the whole world to see ( literally ) takes a certain something that not everyone has. Demanding nude photos takes nothing. There are plenty of sex sites for that. Discussing issues relevant to being, or becoming, or considering, is of far greater importance IMHO. Posting any photo on this site takes some guts as-is. Posting a nude photo takes considerably more, especially when one considers potential ramifications which may not apply to YOU, but may well directly affect my livelihood.
Very well said Curt.... Thanks
Steve
Here, here to Rabbit, Corsair, Princedale, Curtand especially Freedomrider (very well said)! This subject has been covered (od infinitum) on many threads. I would like to add that I so wish newbies to the site would take just a little bit of time to read through the different threads before posting a new thread. I knowwe did when we first joined the site (almost a year ago). That being said...welcome to the site, Mr. Goodbar. p.s.Are you aware that typing all in caps is equivalent to shouting or yelling?
Well said Jen, I knew if I waited long enough, you would say what I am thinking. lol.
The only thing to add is, we are about honesty and accepting others as they are, without judging them. The great thing is, there ARE no rules, other than to treat people with respect. We are all concerned that without new blood, the movement is in danger of dying out, what is all this talk saying, to all the textile visitors to this site that are here to research the lifestyle, to see if it's something they might be interested in pursuing? I am more comfortable if everyone is nude, especially at a venue, but the c/o idea is a way to encourage new members that might otherwise not be brave enough to find out, that it's best to jump strait in to the deep end, not to mention those that need it to protect themselves from the dangers of the net. It also reinforces the idea that it's about being free to do, what YOU want to do, to suit your own comfort level. Now can we talk about something else please :)
Ok then sorry, all of you have good points. I need to understand that I am me everyone has their own comfort zones. I know im fairly new to this site but in all honestly i started to go to nudist beaches back in 1977 when i was stationed down in San Diego and back then these places were known as Nudist beaches to me even though they clothing Optional. I have just back into the clothing optional life style in the couple years. And in no way was i trying to say that all people with clothed pictures are perverts. sorry for that misunderstanding. You all have a good day
im still new to all this but wouldnt it be against our own so called freedom to force someone to post nude pics. this site is about making people comfortable with both being a nudist and helping the transition to becoming a nudist. If someone is still uncomfortable being nude in person or over the internet it isnt for us to condemn them we are here to encourage them that. It takes time to break away from the social norm of going from must wear clothes at all times to optional. Both men and women ive seen heard known at first everyone is hesitant and self consciousbut its ok we can help them understand its not about us judging them but them being comfortable with themselves. Its not for us to judge them either way becuse nudism is about being comfortable about yourself and bring with others who feel the same way
Very good comments !! We are NOT to judge people by a photograph, unless it is pornographic. A photo with or without clothing does not make a person any better or worse than the next person. New into the world of open nudity is and can be very stressful to some.
I find couples where one or the other is just the opposite.......kind of shy perhaps. That doesnt make those two bad nudists or improperin their conduct or even there level of seriousness. Being naked in front of many others you don't really know is really something you can call an accomplishment. How many times, if ever, have you been in the presence of a sister or brother wheneither one of you were naked or near naked. Probably almost never for many people.
Accept people for who they are with or without clothes. If new to nudism, help them adjust by being friendly and offereing information.
Tell them about the different resorts; the activities there; the web sites to check out. By doing so, you may make a lifelong friend and you will promote nudity in a positive manner and the ones whom are meant to be, will leave or drop out of site. Hope all this makes sense. After all, it is just an opinion.
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