04/06/2026
As the temperatures start to drop here, I'm finding it a little harder to get pen to paper... or perhaps more accurately, finger to keyboard! 😄
Winter always seems to change the rhythm of things. The warmer months make it easier to get outside, enjoy nature, and find inspiration. When the colder weather arrives, I sometimes need a little extra motivation to keep the ideas flowing.
With that in mind, I'd love to hear from you.
What naturist topics, experiences, challenges, or questions would you like me to write about over the coming days and weeks?
Are there aspects of naturism you'd like explored? Personal stories? Social issues? Body acceptance? Freedom? Clubs and events? The challenges of being a naturist in a textile world? Let me know in the comments.
One thing I've been considering is reaching out to the nearest naturist club, which is a little over an hour away, to see if I could spend some time enjoying the sauna and spa pools during winter. To be honest, I'm a little hesitant.
Past experiences haven't always been positive, and after a few less-than-welcoming interactions, I've started jokingly referring to it as the "three strikes rule." There comes a point where you wonder whether it's worth trying again.
I may not have helped matters when I openly challenged what I saw as a rather restrictive approach to visitors — essentially a "sign up or don't come back" policy. As someone who believes naturism should be about freedom, inclusion, and welcoming newcomers, that didn't sit particularly well with me.
Still, perhaps it's time to revisit old assumptions. After all, people change, organisations change, and sometimes the only way to find out is to take that first step.
Speaking of first steps, if you've enjoyed some of my recent writing, don't forget to check out the Freedom Series e-books. They're a collection of reflections on freedom, authenticity, naturism, self-acceptance, and the quiet ways we often stand in our own way.
📚 Freedom Series: https://amzn.to/3PYvz0g
So, over to you...
What would you like me to write about this winter?
And have you ever gone back and given a person, place, or organisation a second chance after writing them off?
