Covering up can feel like hiding. Constant questions about "what happened" are exhausting. In naturist spaces, the rule of no unsolicited comments about bodies means your scar is just another feature, like a freckle. Many report feeling more self-conscious in a swimsuit than completely nude, because a swimsuit highlights what’s "different," while nudity normalizes everything.
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Exposure therapy is a validated psychological tool. Regularly exposing your own body and viewing others diminishes the anxiety associated with physical flaws.