Thursday, October 2, 2025

Why does our society think it's so bad to be openly naked outdoors? I think it's awesome and it makes me happy to be alive!

Here I am at the World Naked Bike Ride in Toronto last year (2024).

It makes me sad that society thinks that being naked is sexual or offensive. It's not either of those things, in fact it's quite joyful and liberating. The media (tv, film, magazines, etc.) always presents nudity in an overly sexual manner which makes people think that sex is the only reason to be naked, but that is not the case. One can be naked in a non-sexual way, simply to enjoy being alive and in touch with their humanity. 

Being naked outside just because you feel like being naked shouldn't be against the law. I honestly find it oppressive that I can't be naked outside anywhere in my city. Toronto has a legal clothing optional public beach, Ottawa needs one too! Every city should have a safe space where people can enjoy the summer being naked out in nature. 

Why do we shame our own humanity by making our naked bodies illegal? It's very sad that society has such a negative outlook about being openly naked.