As a child, I went barefoot because it felt great. I didn’t know of any actual health benefits until I was much older. In fact I’ve learned that living barefoot not only feels really good and much more comfortable than wearing shoes, it prevents a myriad of problems most people have with their feet sooner … The post Being barefoot feels good, and has many health benefits appeared first on Born to Live Barefoot ..read more

When someone starts living barefoot or going barefoot most of the time, their soles will, over time, get thicker and tougher, and there will likely be some additional tolerance to some very warm or hot surfaces that may not have been possible before without discomfort. Skin on soles will burn Regardless of how thick or … The post Barefooting on hot surfaces can sometimes be a challenge appeared first on Born to Live Barefoot ..read more

With the United States leading the world in COVID-19 infections, cities, counties, and states all over the country have taken important steps in an attempt to stop the spread of this potentially deadly infection.                      Many jurisdictions have passed necessary and reasonable emergency directives requiring such things as social distancing and mask wearing. Key West, FL, … The post Key West, FL, has seriously blundered in its COVID-19 fight appeared first on Born to Live Barefoo ..read more

People who don’t go barefoot are often quick to point out that going barefoot outside of one’s home is dangerous because of all the hazardous objects sometimes found on the ground. Objects often mentioned include broken glass, nails and screws, animal poop, used hypodermic needles, and a myriad of other items that are possible on … The post Most debris on the ground is not hazardous to bare feet appeared first on Born to Live Barefoot ..read more

Note: This article was written by guest writer Neil C. IF A BUSINESS IS INTOLERANT OF BARE FEET, THERE ARE PLENTY OF OTHER CHOICES! By Neil C. As someone that has gone barefoot for over three decades, I have seen that businesses can be either tolerant or intolerant of my bare feet. Despite the reality … The post A few businesses disrespect barefooters, most others don’t appeared first on Born to Live Barefoot ..read more

On various barefooting groups and forums over the years, I’ve seen many posts reading something like the following: “The only problem I have going barefoot is my family. They say it embarrasses them if I’m barefoot in public with them.”                                         You, and only you, are responsible for your bare feet, not someone else who may … The post Embarrassment over a companion’s ..read more

One issue that often comes up in barefooters discussion groups is whether or not it’s appropriate to attend a wedding or a funeral while barefoot.  Being barefoot is no different from any other choice of appearance To me, asking if it’s OK to be barefoot at a wedding or a funeral is like someone who … The post Being barefoot at a wedding or a funeral should be no issue appeared first on Born to Live Barefoot ..read more

One of the more pervasive of the many myths related to bare feet is that it is illegal to drive barefoot. One the other hand, this is one of the easiest to debunk. Another myth is that driving barefoot is somehow unsafe. Nothing could be further from the truth.                                       The legality of barefoot driving can … The post Driving barefoot is safer than driving while wearing footwear ..read more

Please note: This article is not about extolling the virtues of flip-flops vs. other footwear for people who usually wear shoes. This article is for people who normally live barefoot, and in that context may occasionally need some temporary footwear when being barefoot may not be possible or practical. Being barefoot is the most natural … The post Flip-flops are the closest ‘footwear’ to being barefoot appeared first on Born to Live Barefoot ..read more

Hiking is fun and great exercise, whether on a regular hiking trail or just out in the woods or wilderness on no trail at all. And doing that without shoes, boots, or any footwear at all is the most natural and environmentally friendly way possible to do it – that is, completely barefoot.                                                     ..read more