And, yes, I've posed for him. And some of the pictures up there feature me.
I'd never done a nude photo shoot before and I doubt I'll do one again. It was a little nerve-wracking but also a ton of fun! But I doubt I'd do it for anyone else: the photographer is one of the most comfortable-to-be-around people I've ever met in my life.
J
· 1 year ago
This is a really eye-opening article. Thank you.
L'Tanya
· 1 year ago
I struggle with body image issues. When these issues rear their heads, I feel as if I'm not being thankful for my body and what is is capable of. Many years ago, I came real close to doing some boudoir photos (I'm not sure they even call it that anymore). I'd love to do it now to celebrate it. Thank you for this reminder.
Storyeller
· 12 months ago
L'Tanya, love the idea. I went completely nude instead of a lingerie shot which felt even more...like art. More full on "here I am" - but it's all good. Its all good!
DanielleLaPorte
· 1 year ago
this reminds me of a show out of the UK (which the Queer Eye for The Straight Guy dude is now doing in the US,) "How To Look Good Naked." And the premise is lovely: take a woman with body issues and rather than make her over, boost her esteem by helping her accentuate the positive - love you AS IS. The show culminates with a nude shoot and by the time they get to the studio lights, the woman is so pumped on her curves and swerves that she's pretty thrilled to bare all for the camera. Every, uh "body" wins.
MoJo
· 12 months ago
Great article! I wish now that I'd had some pics taken when I was pregnant too...ah, silly misplaced humility! So.... do we get to see your portrait Lucy? :-)
carolynn
· 12 months ago
Beauty is so subjective. After years of viewing my body critically, I finally had an epiphany that has changed my outlook and led me to a much more healthy, confident, and yes, beautiful view of myself. Oddly enough, the moment occurred during the break-up of my marriage precipitated by my husband's affair.
I simply acknowledged that there would always be someone prettier than me, wealthier than me, thinner than me, etc., etc. I could choose to continue to make myself unhappy by comparing myself to others, or I could embrace myself, AS IS. I've chosen to the the latter and am much happier as a result.
Thank you for this affirmative article.
Storyeller
· 12 months ago
Carolynn, what an amazing story! You gave me shivers reading this revelation of yours, this strong, empowering and wise choice. You have inspired me today. thank you.
alternative healing
· 11 months ago
I'm glad that when you go natural and allow your beauty to shine that you feel healed. I think these experiences are wonderful. Kind of reminds me of the scene from Titanic. I love how the universe reveals to us our own beauty in unexpected ways
drjon
· 11 months ago
This is an amazing Story of amazing stories!! Thank you for sharing it. Some key points stand out: "struggles with mental stability, ..., completely balanced"
"history of sexual abuse, laid out freely on the grass, totally nude, offering myself my own freedom again, the freedom to not feel ashamed"
"the first time in her life that she ever felt beautiful"
Wow! This is profoundly profound. True Healing.
As a Physician become Bodyworker become Healer it has come into my life and experience that true deep healing comes when we get nude/naked at all levels - physical, emotional, spiritual. A post like this proves it once again to me. And your experience is exactly how God does see you, and made you and wants to communicate with all of us!
Thank you again for your courage to get "naked" about your experience.
Blessings to you and to your fellow celebrants.
Let's all heal deeply,
Dr Jon
jennifer mcgarry
· 10 months ago
What a beautiful article. Thank you.
Jude
· 9 months ago
From a Man's point of view. All women all Beautiful, and should be appreciated. Some just need to be reminded, from time to time...
Male Enhancement
· 6 months ago
I can see where are you coming from. I was staring at the picture above for almost a minute. Lovely bodies like the one above have definitely some kind of healing powers.
bdsm gear
· 6 months ago
Fascinating. The sensual emotions that a nude portrait could conjure is so magical, and with this brilliant post of yours, I've learned a lot about its other wondrous rejuvenating effects. Wow!
classical music
· 6 months ago
This is very peaceful, very relaxing to see, just like when i am listening to classical music. Well this helps me a lot in terms of relaxing.
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And, yes, I've posed for him. And some of the pictures up there feature me.
I'd never done a nude photo shoot before and I doubt I'll do one again. It was a little nerve-wracking but also a ton of fun! But I doubt I'd do it for anyone else: the photographer is one of the most comfortable-to-be-around people I've ever met in my life.
Thank you.
I simply acknowledged that there would always be someone prettier than me, wealthier than me, thinner than me, etc., etc. I could choose to continue to make myself unhappy by comparing myself to others, or I could embrace myself, AS IS. I've chosen to the the latter and am much happier as a result.
Thank you for this affirmative article.
"struggles with mental stability, ..., completely balanced"
"history of sexual abuse, laid out freely on the grass, totally nude, offering myself my own freedom again, the freedom to not feel ashamed"
"the first time in her life that she ever felt beautiful"
Wow! This is profoundly profound. True Healing.
As a Physician become Bodyworker become Healer it has come into my life and experience that true deep healing comes when we get nude/naked at all levels - physical, emotional, spiritual. A post like this proves it once again to me. And your experience is exactly how God does see you, and made you and wants to communicate with all of us!
Thank you again for your courage to get "naked" about your experience.
Blessings to you and to your fellow celebrants.
Let's all heal deeply,
Dr Jon