This article explores how a naturist community—or individuals embracing this lifestyle—might celebrate the holiday season in France, focusing on comfort, community, and the beauty of the natural world.
Stripping Down the Holidays: Inside France’s Winter Naturist Traditions If you wait until you are "thin enough"
That is stolen joy. The body positive movement argues that your life is happening right now , not 20 pounds from now. If you wait until you are "thin enough" to date, go to the beach, wear shorts, or ask for a raise, you might be waiting forever because the goalposts of diet culture always move. Research shows that fat people who exercise regularly
HAES principles, championed by Dr. Lindo Bacon, argue that health outcomes improve with intuitive eating and joyful movement, regardless of whether weight changes. Research shows that fat people who exercise regularly have better cardiovascular outcomes than thin people who are sedentary. go to the beach
Unlike the "Christmas in July" tradition, many French naturist destinations are also perfect for celebrating the actual winter holiday. The south of France enjoys a mild Mediterranean climate, making outdoor activities possible well into December.
In France, Christmas in the naturist community is a blend of traditional French festive culture—known as Le Réveillon