I was curious about when you should end family nudity? I am 16 years old and my parents raised us in the nudist lifestyle and we often attend nude gatherings and clubs etc. But I am wondering if I should tell my parents we should stop. My cousin sister Courtney is13 who my parents took after my aunt died lives with us and is in the 7th grade and lately when she has been walking around nude, I have been feeling a little different. I dont know if I like it anymore. She is mature and developed now and I am feeling a little weird around her especially when I am nude also. Things are starting to happen. What should I do?
2007-01-24 01:20:49 · 15 answers · asked by eeee d 1 in Health ➔ Mental Health
Wake up!
2007-01-24 01:26:42 · answer #1 · answered by Celeste P 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋
I've been a nudist for 12 years...not quite as long as you ;) But I've noticed lots of teenagers become more clothing-oriented, and that is completely normal. During puberty your body goes through lots of changes, the brain too, and hormones just are not fair sometimes.
I think you should tell your parents how you've been feeling lately. I think totally ending the family nudist atmosphere would be unfair to everybody else....but I'm sure there is a compromise. You should have the right to wear clothes if you want to....just as your parents or cousin should have the right not to. Have an open discussion about why they enjoy being free from their clothes....and express to them why lately you havn't enjoyed being free from yours.
The next 5 years....expect changes. Embrace change....but always be comfortable.
Good Luck.
Sam
2007-01-26 18:53:59 · answer #2 · answered by Sam 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
If you're not comfortable, talk to your parents. I'd say that the 'weird' feelings you're having are pretty normal for most kids your age with hormones, etc causing you to think things you normally wouldn't. But having been raised in a nudist environment I would have thought you'd have a better understanding of the human body and seeing a naked girl would have had little affect on you.
Don't make a decision now to quit the nudist lifestyle forever. You may want to return to it in a few years time.
2007-01-25 16:05:31 · answer #3 · answered by HJ 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
What your feeling is a normal, hormone driven, reaction to someone of the opposite sex.
As you've been raised in a nudist family it's something your parents should be fully aware of and, to some extent, expecting.
Therefore I would suggest you talk with them and say you prefer to wear something at times. It should be no big deal to them and leaves the door open for you to be nude when you're more comfortable with the situation.
2007-01-26 06:36:00 · answer #4 · answered by glawster2002 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Americans are so backwards when it comes to our bodies. There should be no shame associated with our physical being. The feelings you are having are normal and you should talk to your parents about them. I'm sure the feelings you are having happen when she is clothed also. You probably have had similar feelings towards other girls or women clothed or not. It sounds like your family is pretty open when it comes to nudity but not communication. Here's your chance to change that.
2007-01-24 09:41:13 · answer #5 · answered by cynical jade 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
You need to discuss your concerns with your parents. It sounds as if your new family member isn't accustomed to this type of behavior and may be looking at you more than you are comfortable with. You may also want to talk to her about it. She is obviously curious because your body looks different than hers. She may have questions that you could answer for her. Maybe the two of you should talk to your mother together. Maybe this kind of lifestyle isn't right for you anymore. People change. Don't be uncomfortable in your own home. Talk to your parents. Good luck and God Bless.
2007-01-24 09:32:58 · answer #6 · answered by rrcoyote 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Tell your parents how you feel. But don't force them to give something up that they find enjoyable and healthy. Tell them you are old enough to do your own thing now though and you don't want to go to any nudist events with them. If they are going nude though in the house, with Courtney, that should stop. If she wants to go with them to these nudist events, that is her perogative but you should not feel that you have to go along.
2007-01-24 10:58:37 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
I'm no prude but I disagree with the family nudity lifestyle. Express yourself to your parents that you are uncomfortable. They should respect your feelings and change the household dress code.
2007-01-24 09:29:33 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 1⤋
"Things are starting to happen". I hope you are not messing around with your family member. That's so trailer trash. Talk to your parents. Family nudity should end the second your toddler notices mommy or daddy's private areas.
2007-01-24 09:28:41 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 3⤊ 1⤋
hello mate,
i am a psycologist. i am uderstanding your problem, you are going to be an adult. discuss about this matter like this(as you feel) gossip - at the dinner table - that your friend's family like this, are they right or wrong if we think deeply about this matter. and add - this friend wants an advice from you and you want to get advice from your family for your friend. that will be your first step.
2007-01-24 10:02:46 · answer #10 · answered by counsellingdoctor 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I would definitely let your parents know how you feel.It is normal for you to have these feelings at your age in this type of situation.
2007-01-24 13:41:46 · answer #11 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋