sleeping attire

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I would not do it, for practical reasons already outlined.

But I would not do it for moral reasons either, because I have always read that one should behave decently even when alone. It’s immodest. Hence one can be indecent to one’s-self…and Guardian Angels, and God!

And yes, it can be a near occasion of sin.
Perfectly said!! 👍 I agree.

~Liza
 
Umm, how? Outside of the discussion of it, for those like Neil_Anthony for whom the thought is enough, this is not a near occasion. If it were, whose sin?
The possibility of “self abuse” comes to mind. 😊

~Liza
 
The possibility of “self abuse” comes to mind. 😊

~Liza
I would imagine that the morality of sleeping naked would probably come down to this issue. If “self abuse” is a probably outcome, then it would likely be immoral, if it is not a likely outcome, it would likely be morally neutral.
 
Since you live alone, it wouldn’t be immoral unless it would aggravate in some way a personal temptation to sin against purity. But if it’s just for the reasons you stated (comfort, convenience, feels good…) then there is no sin. How could there be? It’s one of those things that’s totally your call.

But if your conscience is bugging you about it, even if you don’t know why, my advice is don’t do it.

I live alone, too…but you’re braver than me. I’d always be worried, what if there’s a fire? What if I have a sudden heart attack or something and they find me and I’m naked!!! :eek:
Heh, but that’s just me…
 
The possibility of “self abuse” comes to mind. 😊

~Liza
Yes, and it puts one into the mindset of sexual matters. Just the fact that one is enjoying the feel of the sheets around the body is sensual.😊
 
Yes, and it puts one into the mindset of sexual matters. Just the fact that one is enjoying the feel of the sheets around the body is sensual.😊
A bubble bath is sensual, too. Would you consider that wrong?
 
What would be the point of sleeping naked? I can see no point in it at all. And no, I don’t think it appropriate. It is immodest as well as undignified. Out of respect for God, one should be properly clothed at all times.
You’re kidding right?

Please be kidding.
 
Yes, and it puts one into the mindset of sexual matters. Just the fact that one is enjoying the feel of the sheets around the body is sensual.😊
The only way this happens is if your mind is already there. And that’s the near occasion of sin, not the act of sleeping naked.
 
God created us as sensual beings…he gave us senses to enjoy His creation.

Sensual does not equal sexual or immoral.

It is sensual to eat a rich chocolate cake, is that immoral?

If you are tempted to inappropriate conduct whilst sleeping in the buff, then clothe yourself to lessen the temptation…

Otherwise, sleep well in whatever you choose, so long as you are alone in the dwelling.

Mik
 
My only caution is this: I had a friend who was more comfortable sleeping naked until there was a fire in her apartment building and she had to exit her bedroom window, down a firetruck ladder, with only a sheet wrapped around her. :eek:

She now sleeps fully clothed and ready for such emergencies, a little extreme, but I can’t say I blame her. 👍
That is why the last thing I check before turning off the light is that there is either a bathrobe or pjs at the foot of the bed.
 
That is why the last thing I check before turning off the light is that there is either a bathrobe or pjs at the foot of the bed.
😃 And a pair of sneakers that are easy to get into in the dark!
 
There are those for whom this is offensive and for them, they need to wear what they feel appropriate to bed for whatever reason they deem appropriate. If it is related to a disordered attitude towards their own body, they should work to correct the disorder. If it is related to just either their modicum of modesty or wanting to be extra warm, go for it.

But at risk of giving too much information, when my wife and children are gone, I usually lay on the couch in my boxers eating ice cream or potato chips watching three sporting events at a time. After gourging myself and probably inspired by the sports I watched, I go down in my boxers and run on the treadmill. When I’m done, I go take a shower, walk naked to my bed and go to sleep.

If my wife and daughters knew what I did in their absence, they’d think it gross. For their sensibilities it is. For me, it is just an evening of me being the simple guy I am. After writing this, I am kinda looking forward to their next trip to see my daughter at college. 😃
 
There are those for whom this is offensive and for them, they need to wear what they feel appropriate to bed for whatever reason they deem appropriate. If it is related to a disordered attitude towards their own body, they should work to correct the disorder. If it is related to just either their modicum of modesty or wanting to be extra warm, go for it.

But at risk of giving too much information, when my wife and children are gone, I usually lay on the couch in my boxers eating ice cream or potato chips watching three sporting events at a time. After gourging myself and probably inspired by the sports I watched, I go down in my boxers and run on the treadmill. When I’m done, I go take a shower, walk naked to my bed and go to sleep.

If my wife and daughters knew what I did in their absence, they’d think it gross. For their sensibilities it is. For me, it is just an evening of me being the simple guy I am. After writing this, I am kinda looking forward to their next trip to see my daughter at college. 😃
:rotfl: 👍
 
Yes, and it puts one into the mindset of sexual matters. Just the fact that one is enjoying the feel of the sheets around the body is sensual.😊
Which of the saints does anyone suppose might have slept naked? If it feels good to sleep naked, does wearing comfortable pajamas not feel good? Suppose someone was a hermit and lived in the wilderness far from any other people, where no one ever visited. The person’s life was doing a few chores to stay fed and a life of prayer. Would that person walk around nude all day? Would that person go to prayer in the buff? I like being alone in a dark room that is totally silent. I sense God is there, or my awareness is increased. Maybe that is my imagination. I like to pray in that situation. Sometimes it is in bed under covers. I wear pajamas, because they make me spiritually comfortable. I can pray in the shower, but that is different. I pray better dressed and imagine most people do also, although I have never taken a poll. The saints slept on boards, not perfumed, powdered, naked in silk sheets. If you want to be like them, or numbered among them, imitate them in as many ways as possible.
 
:My only caution is this: I had a friend who was more comfortable sleeping naked until there was a fire in her apartment building and she had to exit her bedroom window, down a firetruck ladder, with only a sheet wrapped around her. :eek:

She now sleeps fully clothed and ready for such emergencies, a little extreme, but I can’t say I blame her. 👍
Sorta reminds me of my Grannie who always told me obside of the obivious reasons to make sure that I always have clean underwear on…“for heavens sake you could be in a car accident and whats the hospital staff to think of ya when you got dirty skibbies on!”
 
I think you’re one of many who don clean underwear each day in fear of the hospital visit that has, fortunately, never materialized.

But then there’s my brother who was hit by a car while running for the bus first thing in the morning. Although he’d heeded my mom and worn clean skivvies, after the impact nobody could tell. 😃
 
Which of the saints does anyone suppose might have slept naked? If it feels good to sleep naked, does wearing comfortable pajamas not feel good? Suppose someone was a hermit and lived in the wilderness far from any other people, where no one ever visited. The person’s life was doing a few chores to stay fed and a life of prayer. Would that person walk around nude all day? Would that person go to prayer in the buff? I like being alone in a dark room that is totally silent. I sense God is there, or my awareness is increased. Maybe that is my imagination. I like to pray in that situation. Sometimes it is in bed under covers. I wear pajamas, because they make me spiritually comfortable. I can pray in the shower, but that is different. I pray better dressed and imagine most people do also, although I have never taken a poll. The saints slept on boards, not perfumed, powdered, naked in silk sheets. If you want to be like them, or numbered among them, imitate them in as many ways as possible.
Do you really have any information on the sleeping attire of hermits? Or are you against sleeping nude, so you therefore speculate that hermits must not have done so?
 
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