Over the last several years life has been very daunting at times. When of course happens, we must all overcome, persevere. At times it is not easy. It has not been because of my lifestyle, the friends I have or choices I've made. Hence, the reason I am in Africa.
I have obtained a research grant to study a tribe in the Amazon. The journey has been long and hard, uncomfortable (compared to the spoiled ways I live), but most of all, it has been extremely educating, eye opening and satisfying. I have no time schedule as to my return, if all goes well, this study may go on for years. I am in a remote area of the Amazon jungle, satellite phone with limited coverage and internet coverage even more limited if considering the upload speeds.
I will post as I can. No promises as to how often or what will be the subject of my posts. It is not like I am in the middle of the jungle at a nudist resort.
As I learn more of the tribe and their expectations, traditions and lifestyle I will post a blurb here and there.
Abby
Showing posts with label research. Show all posts
Showing posts with label research. Show all posts
Sunday
Friday
Changing Your Lifestyle
I have received many emails asking “how do I start?”.
There are several ways to start experimenting, to try it out. The first way is normally not done and can have a negative result rather than a positive reaction.
The first and most obvious way is to just jump right in. Look on the internet for nudist resort nearest you, call for a reservation if needed and go. Once there, do as they do. Strip down and head to the beach, pool or whatever amenities the resort has to offer. This takes a lot of courage and can stop someone from actually trying and enjoying the experience.
Here is what I suggest for both men and women. Start slow. After showering/bathing take your time before getting dressed. Don’t rush. Dry off, hang up your towel, do your hair, makeup, shave, brush your teeth and then go pick out your clothes to put on. You should still be naked at this time. No, not even the towel should be wrapped around you… remember, I said ‘hang up your towel’.
Still doing good? Or is it time to put clothes on? Do as much as you can until you are use to the feeling and knowing you are walking around naked. Then increase your activity before getting dressed. Staying to the bedroom will make for an easier adjustment. Most people feel secure in their bedroom which will help minimize any stress or comfort issues.
Another good start for trying nudism, is sleeping naked. You are in the security of your room, covered in blankets and you are comfortable. Research has shown that 8 out of 10 who tried sleeping the nude for the first time, find it more comfortable than with clothes. Think about it. How many times have you rolled over in bed only to have to re-adjust your pj’s because they didn't roll with you? Now you have to lift this body part or that, tug on your pj’s and then settle down and get comfortable again. Not if you aren't wearing any pj’s. This same study showed that 9 out of 10 people sleeping in the nude fall asleep faster and sleep more soundly and feel better rested when they wake up in the morning.
So, try sleeping in the nude. When you get up, don’t grab the bathrobe. If you have a bathroom connected to your room or if you live alone, climb out of bed, walk to the bathroom and start the shower. Not counting the time you are sleeping (6 – 8 hours?) look at all the time you have spent nude. Below are average times depending on if you are male/female and what you actually do for each.
Brushing your teeth: 5 minutes
Doing your hair: 10 – 30 minutes
Shaving (face): 10 minutes
Doing makeup: 10 – 15 minutes
Making the bed: 5 minutes
Picking up your room: 15 minutes
Checking cell phone messages: 5 minutes
Checking email: 10 – 15 minutes
Answering email: 15 – 30 minutes
See, you have already spent at least an hour in the nude that you normally would not have. And it feels great right?
Having a lazy day or done working for the day? Climb in bed and read a good book. If you are a woman, don’t let the sheet sliding down and exposing you be a worry. Read your book. Resist the temptation to keep pulling the covers over you as you read. Grab that glass of water or wine as your read, but don’t grab the sheet. Leave it, let it do it’s own thing.
As you can see, there is a slow progressing of not only being nude while you do regular activities but resist the need to pull a bathrobe closed, pull up the sheets, pull down a t-shirt. This will help you not only be comfortable and confident about yourself but about others as well. There is no shame in being you!
Now it’s time to try the living room. Go sit on the couch or in your favorite chair. Need to check the news? Watch your favorite show. So do it…. in the nude.
Have to let the dog or cat out into the backyard? So do it. Open the door as you normally would if you were clothed. Please note I did say ‘backyard’. If your house faces a street and there is a chance someone will see you as they walk by, it’s not a good idea to stand at the doorway all exposed. The police could be knock on your door soon if you do.
Not everyone fits into the mold of a model. In my opinion, most female models are way to skinny, un-natural, and unrealistic. Being a nudist helps with self-confidence, learning and social stills.
Hugs and kisses, everyone!
There are several ways to start experimenting, to try it out. The first way is normally not done and can have a negative result rather than a positive reaction.
The first and most obvious way is to just jump right in. Look on the internet for nudist resort nearest you, call for a reservation if needed and go. Once there, do as they do. Strip down and head to the beach, pool or whatever amenities the resort has to offer. This takes a lot of courage and can stop someone from actually trying and enjoying the experience.
Here is what I suggest for both men and women. Start slow. After showering/bathing take your time before getting dressed. Don’t rush. Dry off, hang up your towel, do your hair, makeup, shave, brush your teeth and then go pick out your clothes to put on. You should still be naked at this time. No, not even the towel should be wrapped around you… remember, I said ‘hang up your towel’.
Still doing good? Or is it time to put clothes on? Do as much as you can until you are use to the feeling and knowing you are walking around naked. Then increase your activity before getting dressed. Staying to the bedroom will make for an easier adjustment. Most people feel secure in their bedroom which will help minimize any stress or comfort issues.
Another good start for trying nudism, is sleeping naked. You are in the security of your room, covered in blankets and you are comfortable. Research has shown that 8 out of 10 who tried sleeping the nude for the first time, find it more comfortable than with clothes. Think about it. How many times have you rolled over in bed only to have to re-adjust your pj’s because they didn't roll with you? Now you have to lift this body part or that, tug on your pj’s and then settle down and get comfortable again. Not if you aren't wearing any pj’s. This same study showed that 9 out of 10 people sleeping in the nude fall asleep faster and sleep more soundly and feel better rested when they wake up in the morning.
So, try sleeping in the nude. When you get up, don’t grab the bathrobe. If you have a bathroom connected to your room or if you live alone, climb out of bed, walk to the bathroom and start the shower. Not counting the time you are sleeping (6 – 8 hours?) look at all the time you have spent nude. Below are average times depending on if you are male/female and what you actually do for each.
Brushing your teeth: 5 minutes
Doing your hair: 10 – 30 minutes
Shaving (face): 10 minutes
Doing makeup: 10 – 15 minutes
Making the bed: 5 minutes
Picking up your room: 15 minutes
Checking cell phone messages: 5 minutes
Checking email: 10 – 15 minutes
Answering email: 15 – 30 minutes
See, you have already spent at least an hour in the nude that you normally would not have. And it feels great right?
Having a lazy day or done working for the day? Climb in bed and read a good book. If you are a woman, don’t let the sheet sliding down and exposing you be a worry. Read your book. Resist the temptation to keep pulling the covers over you as you read. Grab that glass of water or wine as your read, but don’t grab the sheet. Leave it, let it do it’s own thing.
As you can see, there is a slow progressing of not only being nude while you do regular activities but resist the need to pull a bathrobe closed, pull up the sheets, pull down a t-shirt. This will help you not only be comfortable and confident about yourself but about others as well. There is no shame in being you!
Now it’s time to try the living room. Go sit on the couch or in your favorite chair. Need to check the news? Watch your favorite show. So do it…. in the nude.
Have to let the dog or cat out into the backyard? So do it. Open the door as you normally would if you were clothed. Please note I did say ‘backyard’. If your house faces a street and there is a chance someone will see you as they walk by, it’s not a good idea to stand at the doorway all exposed. The police could be knock on your door soon if you do.
Not everyone fits into the mold of a model. In my opinion, most female models are way to skinny, un-natural, and unrealistic. Being a nudist helps with self-confidence, learning and social stills.
Hugs and kisses, everyone!
Thursday
Nudist Questions
I have been answering questions regarding nudism for quite some time now. I will be posting the questions and answers here on my blog. I will not be providing any information regarding the individual that has emailed me questions. If you have a question feel free to email me or post in the comments section of this post.
I will email you my answer as quickly as I am able. No subject is off limits, ask what you will, just be honest with yourself and don't flame me if you disagree. I will provide any research results I have plus my opinion if you are interested.
Abby.
I will email you my answer as quickly as I am able. No subject is off limits, ask what you will, just be honest with yourself and don't flame me if you disagree. I will provide any research results I have plus my opinion if you are interested.
Abby.
Nudists, Family Bonding
Family bonding is not an issue for most nudist families. Few studies have been done on the closeness of families participating in the nudist lifestyle however there have been volumes upon volumes of studies as the benefits of a tight, knit family bond. All studies have agreed, a close family bond produces emotionally strong and confident people. Family bond study has provided results that were not surprising after one considers the results of studies researching intelligence, sexuality, confidence and successfulness.
Questionnaire and results:
- Age (50/50 m/f): 1,500 4 – 10 2,800 11 – 14 5,700 15 - 18
- Do you feel comfortable in the nudist community/lifestyle? 100% yes
- Are you nudists at home? 100% yes 60% all the time 33% mostly 7% among family only
- Are you active when nude? 100% yes 65% all the time 30% mostly 5% sometimes
- Do you have a close relationship with parents? 89% very close 9% close 2% so-so
- Do you have a close relationship w/ brothers/sisters? 90% very close 10% close
- Have your parents told you to ask any question? 100% yes
- Do you believe you can ask "any" question? 99% yes 1% unsure
- Do you feel comfortable discussing "any" question? 98% yes 1% unsure 1% no
- Have you ever not received an answer from your parents? 100% no
- Have you talked about sex with your parents? 100% yes
- Were you comfortable with the discussion? 95% yes 1% unsure 4% afterwards yes
- Do you feel comfortable talking to adults? 98% all the time 2% most of the time
- Do you feel comfortable talking to children? 100% all the time
- Can you discuss "anything" with anyone? 98% all the time 2% most of the time
- Do you make friends easily? 89% all the time 10% most of the time 1% unsure
- Do your friends know you are a nudist? 80% all 15% most 5% a few
- Do you think your friends should be nudists? 100% yes
- Do you think everyone should be nudists? 98% yes 2% unsure
- Are you sexually active with yourself? 6% 4 – 10 82% 11 – 14 99% 15 – 18
- Have you had sex with someone? >0.5% 4 – 10 2% 11 – 14 3% 15 - 18
- Are you sexually active with someone? >0.5% 4 - 10 >1% 11 – 14 2% 15 – 18
- Have you done illegal drugs? 100% no 4 – 10 >0.5% yes 11 – 14 >0.5% yes 15 – 18
- Have you drunk alcohol? 100% no 4 – 10 >0.5% yes 11 – 14 >0.5% yes 15 – 18
- Do you smoke? 100% no 4 – 10 100% no 11 – 14 >0.5% yes 15 – 18
Abby.
Nudists Do Better Academically
Academics can also be given as evidence and benefits of the nudist lifestyle. Smith, Stewart, Hardy and Turner research in the mid 1970's regarding academics, children and said learning rates produced exact results revealing astonishing and unexpected findings. The results were of children with extraordinarily high above average academic levels in all course studies; not just a select few subjects. Past and present research has shown Math and Science courses showed girls with higher scores than boys. History and Business courses showed boys with higher scores than girls.
However, the individuals that showed the highest above average scores in all subjects made up a small percentage of the case study individuals (approx. 5%). Further investigation revealed 65% of the 5% case study subjects belonged to individuals that were either frequent or total participates of the nudist lifestyle and communities. Continued study and research has been on going with numbers showing consistent evidence supporting original studies. Ten years later since the original study, majority of the highest above average students (approx. 75%) were exposed to the nudist lifestyle. In all case studies the top 5% of above average students in the nation were studied. Although the original subjects (students) were still being monitored, their statistics were not included in the phase of the study under discussion.
As memberships to nudist and naturist communities and lifestyles have grown, so has the percentage of above average test subjects. The 1985 study showed further increase of percentile from 75% to 95% of above average students participated in the nudist lifestyle. Test subjects monitored from the 1970 study continued to perform well and stayed in the higher top 1% of above average students.
As a general consensus from the academic community, the psychology and behavioral sciences communities have concluded no fault of the original findings and subsequent studies have portrayed an accurate foundation for findings as sound. In other words, due to many issues mostly stemming from self confidence, strong ability to focus and close relationship with parents, children and adults raised in a nudist lifestyle are more intelligent or more focused academicly.
It is never to late for a change in lifestyle.
Abby.
Health Benefits of Nudist Lifestyle
So long as nudists take precautions, this lifestyle is healthier than "normal" living. The human body requires vitamin C and D (as well as other vitamins) to stay healthy. Both of these vitamins are absorbed by exposure to the sun. The average non nudist leaves approximately 5% to 50% of their body exposed to the sun hence absorbing considerably less vitamins than nudists do. With proper lotions a nudist is not likely to incur any more shun damage than the average person that is not a nudist. With the constant use of lotions, nudists tend to be better protected from the sun than the average person is. This is due to knowledge and understanding the effects of their decision and actions.
Another health benefit is de-toxing one's body. The human body has thousands of pores all over our body. These pores are meant to absorb good vital and needed vitamins and to allow the release of bad or used toxins from our system. If the human body is 90% covered 80 – 90% of the time, how does the body release toxins? This can not be done efficiently or effectively. People believe clothing absorbing sweat is good, but it's not. Sweat is meant to cool the body when needed. Allowing clothing to wick away the cooling sweat, the body does not cool properly. Medical studies confirm, people who are practicing nudists 75% or more of the time, are healthier and their bodies retain less harmful toxins.
Physically fit. This lifestyle is not only for the slim and trim or muscular. Evidence shows the slightly overweight to "obese" nudist have experienced dramatic weight loss due to an increase of activity largely explained by becoming secure with their appearance resulting in the confidence to socialize more. Nudist communities/resorts have a full range of activities for all nudists to participate including volleyball, horse shoes, fitness rooms as well as classes, swimming and water games, hiking or nature trails; the same activities as clothed society has to offer.
Abby.
Original Posts
As I move my blog to blogger.com, I am finding that I am not changing the date to the original posting date but rather having the date set as I currently re-post. This is turning out to be a lot more work than I speculated to begin with.
That being said, I am no longer trying to keep up with the original posting dates, but will try to include them in the posts.
Abby.
That being said, I am no longer trying to keep up with the original posting dates, but will try to include them in the posts.
Abby.
Wednesday
A Confidence Within, Makes Us Proud
Study after study has proven nudity early in life builds character, confidence and a sense of security with in one's self. Young children growing up through the years in such a nudist lifestyle has made what is considered "taboo" in modern society a normal every day environment. The taboo of being naked is done away with and children are more open about their bodies, accepting of others, and are healthier physically, emotionally and mentally. All shame is removed and children are more vocal about their feelings and curiosity. As these children become adults they become better established in communities, more intelligent and more confident.
The confidence learned helps nudists in many ways. Physically these people notice the changes in their bodies from the inside out with little to no consideration or embarrassment to the body. Physical condition and appearances of body shape, color, or size is not considered relevant. Because there is no stigma encasing nudity the children and adults are very comfortable with themselves so any visible changes are expected and considered normal; an everyday experience. In other words, body changes during growth and maturity are expected, seen as normal and are not cause for alarm or stress. Even when body changes or differences are noticed, it is accepted as the fact it is; no one's body is the same. This mentality quickly becomes evident and in fact carries over into many facets of their lives. Early and continued exposure to the naked body has made children and adults more secure and confident in their appearance which makes them more confident in everyday life experiences.
Confidence builds strong character, well behaved and well mannered people not easily swayed by peer pressure. Nudist children and adults grow up tending to make better choices and thinking of others instead of just themselves. This has become evident in most every study ever done regarding nudist families and/or children.
Abby.
Tuesday
The Realization
While reading this and other research or studies concerning children regarding any subject remember this: from the moment we bring children home from the hospital, we are teaching them right from wrong. Do you agree?
As the children grow, become older, explore, investigate and test parents, again we are giving the child input and teaching them right from wrong. Do you agree?
As a child ventures out with parents or siblings eventually it will be time to cross the street. The child approaches the cross walk but forgets to look before crossing. The child is scolded or lectured about the dangers or at the very least and most common is told "What have I told you? Do not cross the street without look both ways first". Teaching the child right from wrong. Do you agree?
A child slips out of his/her diaper or runs out of their bedroom before putting clothes on. The child is lectured it is not appropriate and should go put clothes on, no one should see "their privates". Teaching them right from wrong. Do you agree?
This is WHY and the ONLY reason why child and adults believe nudity is wrong. As children, most are taught it is wrong to be going around in front of others without wearing any clothes.
No where in the Bible does it state we are to wear clothing. NO WHERE does it state or insinuate it is a sin to go around naked. If someone tells you the Bible does say to wear clothing, ask them the verse.
We the people, the humans of shy and shameless are who have taught for centuries it is not proper to go around without covering ourselves. Hence is the problem with society today and has been since the 1800's. The United States, to this day is still one of the strictest countries regarding not only nudity but also sex (which is a whole different story).
Please keep this in mind as you read through the tutorials, research, studies, statistics and first person accounts told in their own words.
Abby.
As the children grow, become older, explore, investigate and test parents, again we are giving the child input and teaching them right from wrong. Do you agree?
As a child ventures out with parents or siblings eventually it will be time to cross the street. The child approaches the cross walk but forgets to look before crossing. The child is scolded or lectured about the dangers or at the very least and most common is told "What have I told you? Do not cross the street without look both ways first". Teaching the child right from wrong. Do you agree?
A child slips out of his/her diaper or runs out of their bedroom before putting clothes on. The child is lectured it is not appropriate and should go put clothes on, no one should see "their privates". Teaching them right from wrong. Do you agree?
This is WHY and the ONLY reason why child and adults believe nudity is wrong. As children, most are taught it is wrong to be going around in front of others without wearing any clothes.
No where in the Bible does it state we are to wear clothing. NO WHERE does it state or insinuate it is a sin to go around naked. If someone tells you the Bible does say to wear clothing, ask them the verse.
We the people, the humans of shy and shameless are who have taught for centuries it is not proper to go around without covering ourselves. Hence is the problem with society today and has been since the 1800's. The United States, to this day is still one of the strictest countries regarding not only nudity but also sex (which is a whole different story).
Please keep this in mind as you read through the tutorials, research, studies, statistics and first person accounts told in their own words.
Abby.
Research and Studies
The research and studies I mention here (some) are available on the Internet with the exception of one or two. Some of the information provided here is from my Father's, Jame's and my step mom's research.
As most of you know my father and James held doctorates and my mom was a clinical lab researcher also holding a couple degrees and doctorates. Child psychology was my step mom's area of study and as you know I followed in her foot steps. Foot steps I am very proud of and to this day enjoy.
Some of the studies performed in the early seventies were the beginning of reliable, focused, and legitimate research of the nudist life style. This research immediately branched out to far reaching topics and categories cover a wide range of factor studies both controlled and uncontrolled.
Some of the research I will be referring to:
Jasper, Hastings, and Connally. 1970-73
Collin, Hastings, Turner and Turner. 1971-75
Jasper, Turner and Turner. 1975-80
Marilyn Story. 1979
Goldmans. 1981
Lewis and Janda. 1988
Okami Study. 1995
Nevgy. 2004
Abby.
As most of you know my father and James held doctorates and my mom was a clinical lab researcher also holding a couple degrees and doctorates. Child psychology was my step mom's area of study and as you know I followed in her foot steps. Foot steps I am very proud of and to this day enjoy.
Some of the studies performed in the early seventies were the beginning of reliable, focused, and legitimate research of the nudist life style. This research immediately branched out to far reaching topics and categories cover a wide range of factor studies both controlled and uncontrolled.
Some of the research I will be referring to:
Jasper, Hastings, and Connally. 1970-73
Collin, Hastings, Turner and Turner. 1971-75
Jasper, Turner and Turner. 1975-80
Marilyn Story. 1979
Goldmans. 1981
Lewis and Janda. 1988
Okami Study. 1995
Nevgy. 2004
Abby.
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