The Struggles of Being a Sexually Open Nudist

Being a nudist comes with its own set of challenges—misconceptions about what nudism actually means, the constant need to explain that it’s not inherently sexual, and the stigma from society at large. But add being sexually open-minded into the mix, and it feels like walking a tightrope.

For me, nudism is about embracing my natural state, connecting with nature, and appreciating the human body without shame. At the same time, I also believe that sexuality is a normal, beautiful part of life. I’m not shy about discussing topics like sex or pleasure, and I see these things as just another layer of being human.

The issue is, when you combine these two aspects—nudism and sexual openness—people often conflate them. They assume that being naked must mean I’m “on the prowl” or that my openness about sex somehow means nudism is a front for sexual activity. This couldn’t be further from the truth, but it feels like explaining this over and over gets exhausting.

I find myself stuck between communities. The naturist community can sometimes be too prudish or judgmental about sexuality, and the more sexually open communities don’t always understand the non-sexual aspects of nudism. It’s like being too “sex-positive” for nudists and too “naked” for the sexually open crowd.

Have any of you struggled with similar experiences? How do you handle misconceptions or find spaces where you can just be yourself without the constant need to justify your lifestyle?

Let’s talk about it!