Laying Naked
There is something peaceful and intimate about laying naked on top of the covers and rediscovering yourself. Whether you are being introspective or going straight for physical satisfaction, taking those moments to be with yourself is critically important.
There was a time when I didn’t understand the importance of laying naked. I was always bent on covering myself up and hiding, not only from others but from myself. I didn’t understand that touching did not always mean it had to come from someone else. To spend time with yourself is to learn your own body and know what you like and what feels good to you. To release all those things in your brain that weigh heavy and just take the time to appreciate yourself.
In the past few months, I have not been able to do this for myself. Laying naked has been difficult due to recent surgery. I’ve been basically miserable and in pain during the recovery period. I haven’t felt sexy, pretty, or even good about myself for over a month. It is frustrating. But it is temporary. Laying naked is one of my favorite things to do now. Over the years I have found the importance of this and what it means to me. Laying on top of the bed on top of the covers with the lights on was something I never would have done in my younger years. Feeling free enough to do it now is something I don’t want to lose.
This beautiful photograph from Zebra Rose has reminded me that I need to take that time. I need to, now more than ever, rediscover myself, my body, and take the time I need to reorganize my thoughts and my plans. Sorting my thoughts on my own and taking the time I need to get back on track. Thank you, Zebra Rose, for the photograph and the gentle reminder.
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12 Comments
PurpleSole
You’re right, those feelings are only temporary. Take your time to rediscover and recover.
Toy
Thank you. I’m not a patient person when it comes to recovery. But I’m trying to be a little kinder to myself
Marie Rebelle
This is a really beautiful post, with an important reminder to all of us: to take time for ourselves, to appreciate ourselves. All of us.
Rebel xox
Lindsey Knott
I agree. There are days I can’t wait to just lay in bed naked and find parts of my body that I enjoy.
Toy
Me too – the bra is always the first to go!
Kayla Lords
I could use some rediscovery for myself, too. And you’re so right…being in pain and recovery isn’t conducive to feeling sexy or sexual.
Toy
I am really bad at making time for myself in this way. Particularly after the break up. Add the surgery and recovery and it’s heavy. This picture made me remember that I’m worth discovering.
Sweeten Dirty
This is something that I haven’t done in way too long and need to do again.
Toy
Highly recommended!! 🙂
Brigit Delaney
It’s a very sensual thing to do…to feel the air against your skin and just be as you were meant to be. I always feel so exposed, but then, I think that is cultural, an insecurity imposed by a culture that exploits sexuality and nudity, but condemns those who revel in it.
Toy
Very well said – and I agree. I love my comfy clothes but was taught that nudity was bad. I’m glad those teachers were wrong!
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