Autism has been featured in the news again, and I can tell you it's been a bit overwhelming for me and a lot of other people. People have said so many things about where autism comes from but don't have the facts to back it up. Some of the things that were said have hurt people in the autism community. I know it's rough, but the autism community will always bounce back. I have some friends in my corner who are there for me, and they have been extremely supportive. I can't do this alone so thank you to the autism community for having my back and take time for yourself. Have a bit of a mental break. That's exactly what I need right about now.
The Barefoot Autism Challenge takes place in April every year. Some autistic people prefer being barefoot as a sensory seeking activity. Founder Tyler Leech loves being barefoot and that's why he created this challenge. During April you post a picture or video of you walking barefoot and share why you advocate for those who are autistic using #barefootautismchallenge.
Wednesday, September 24, 2025
Sunday, September 21, 2025
Barefoot Lifestyle Book
For those of you who know, I have a few friends who live their lives completely barefoot. There's some groups online for people who live the barefoot lifestyle too, mainly the Society for Barefoot Living and Barefoot is Legal. Now there's a book about living the barefoot lifestyle called Barefoot Is Legal: Voice For The Barefoot Lifestyle written by Barefoot is Legal founder Dave Kelman
The description states: People by nature hate being forced to constantly wear shoes all the time. Most people think laws exist against going barefoot. There are zero laws in North America regarding driving a car, going to a store, or eating in public barefoot. Plus, there are health benefits to the barefoot lifestyle you were never told about. Flip-flops are the world's most worn shoe. Why? Because people want the freedom to not wear shoes, but they are afraid of public ridicule. Learn the reasons why we started a 501c3 non-profit and how going barefoot is completely normal.
I definitely recommend this book if you want to try living a barefoot lifestyle especially as I've gotten more comfortable being a barefooter. As of now, the book is available on the Barnes & Noble website and not in stores yet. But feel free to check this book out. https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/barefoot-is-legal-david-kelman/1148145632
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