The tension between sexual and non-sexual nudity has long been a point of contention in nudist communities. Historically, figures like Maurice Parmelee and Jan Gay promoted sexual openness within nudism, while some club owners eschewed it to maintain respectability. This dual relationship mirrors society's broader struggle to differentiate between sexual and non-sexual nudity, often exacerbated by sexual repression. Achieving body liberation demands acknowledging both sexual and non-sexual expressions as interwoven aspects of human existence. Ignoring one aspect for the sake of the other will continue to perpetuate shame, confusion, and stigma around the human body. 🪐

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