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At its core, body positivity is the belief that every body deserves respect—regardless of shape, size, age, ability, or skin color. Naturism (often called nudism) puts that belief into practice by encouraging non-sexual social nudity in safe, respectful environments.

When we are literally "comfortable in our own skin" around others, the psychological barriers of judgment begin to dissolve. We realize that the things we were most ashamed of—a "pooch" of a stomach or asymmetrical features—are shared by many and judged by few. Practical Steps Toward Body Acceptance

: Spending time naked with others can lower "social physique anxiety," as participants realize everyone has a different, non-perfected form.