The current body positivity movement has been diluted by consumerism. It says, "Buy this lotion to love your thighs." It still asks you to look in the mirror and judge.
Naturism provides a radical, effective space for fostering body positivity. By removing the clothing that often serves as a marker of status or a tool for "fixing" perceived flaws, individuals are encouraged to embrace their bodies as they are. Suggested Reference List Ten Steps to Positive Body Image University of California, Berkeley Body Positivity and Body Neutrality Research National Institutes of Health (PMC) The History of the Body Positivity Movement BBC Bitesize PubMed Central (PMC) (.gov) specific focus purenudism premium content set 24rar verified
When you are clothed, you are constantly "on display" as a curated identity. This fosters anxiety. Is my shirt tight enough? Are these jeans flattering? Does this hide my stomach? The current body positivity movement has been diluted