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Practising naturism as an adult has its challenges, especially when you are starting out. So, you can expect that a teenager may also have some issues. Introducing nudism or being one when you have young adults in the house requires tact. Many naturist parents always ask how to best broach the subject to their teenage children. The issue is sensitive, and parents can worry about mishandling the situation given the peer pressure that comes with adolescence. Establishing a solid plan to communicate with a teenager about nudism can help smooth out the process.
Have an Honest Conversation
You have to prepare your young adult for the situation. Whether you are getting into naturism yourself or have been at it for a while, find a way to explain the lifestyle. Some teenagers are self-aware and won't have trouble relating to the desire to be nude in a natural environment. Never try to push your beliefs on someone else, even your child. A teenager can react negatively when it seems like an adult is trying to force their way of life on him/her. Find the time and place to communicate honestly before asking an adolescent to come along to a naturist village. An individual has to get in the right head space first to understand why this matters to you and figure out if it does to them.
Transition Slowly
After having that important conversation, you can begin with small actions to get a teenager used to the concept of nudism. Maybe, you want to sit in your house without clothes on. Explain this to your teenager beforehand. You can begin by leaving the bedroom door open and not covering up when your child walks in. Then, the house can become a 'clothing optional' environment. Seeing other people without clothes will make it easier for a teenager to adjust.
Visit a Naturist Center
Taking a teenager to a naturist campsite for a few days can provide much-needed exposure. There, individuals hitting puberty can meet with people who thrive in the lifestyle and learn how they do it. They can understand different perspectives and get used to interacting in the nude. A naturist center will make it easier for a teenager to accept the natural body and appreciate himself or herself more.
Being a naturist has advantages that some parents may want to share with their teenage children. However, introducing young adults to the lifestyle particularly if they have not been exposed to it before can be difficult. Talking to teenagers and giving them room for discovery is the best approach to let them experience and hopefully, join nudism.
