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Embracing Freedom: Why I Decided to Ditch the Bra for Good

By Hazel Briggs
Exploring liberation and self-acceptance, a 25-year-old woman shares her decision to go braless and how it has impacted her relationship with her body and family.
 |  Style and Fashion
Why I Decided to Ditch the Bra for Good

As a 25-year-old single woman, the COVID-19 pandemic brought about a significant change in my life. Like many others, I found myself confined to my home, working remotely and limiting my interactions with the outside world. During this time, I discovered a newfound freedom in shedding the confines of a brassiere.

While this may seem like a small detail in the grand scheme of things, it has become an important part of my personal journey towards self-acceptance and embracing my body as it is.

After months of working from home without the need for a bra, I couldn't imagine going back to wearing one. The comfort I experienced was unparalleled, and I felt liberated from the societal expectations that had been imposed upon me since puberty. I decided that, moving forward, I would no longer wear a bra – not only at home, but also at work and in public.

This decision, however, was met with mixed reactions from my family members. My father and brother, to my surprise, quickly accepted my choice and treated it as normal. They acknowledged my right to decide what was best for my body and respected my decision. Unfortunately, my mother was not as understanding.

For her, my decision to go braless was a sign of impropriety and disrespect, particularly in front of our family and other people. She argued that it was inappropriate for me to be so openly "exposed" and that I should conform to traditional norms. But as much as I love and respect my mother, I refuse to let her beliefs dictate how I should feel about my own body.

I am proud of my decision to embrace my body and my comfort in a bra-free world. I am not doing this to make a statement or to rebel against societal norms; I am simply choosing what feels right for me. My body is not a source of shame, nor is it something I need to cover up for the sake of others' sensibilities. By going braless, I am not only enjoying the physical comfort that comes with it, but also reclaiming my autonomy over my body and my choices.

The fact that my decision has been met with such resistance by some is a clear indication that we still have a long way to go when it comes to normalizing women's bodies and their choices. It is essential that we break free from the shackles of expectation that have been placed on us and allow women to make decisions about their bodies without judgment or shame.

As I continue to live my life without the constraints of a bra, I hope to inspire others to reconsider their own relationship with their bodies and their choices. The pandemic has shown us that our lives can change in an instant, and the time to prioritize our own happiness and comfort is now.

In conclusion, my choice to go bra-free is not an act of defiance, but an act of self-love and a celebration of my own body. I refuse to be shamed into conformity, and I encourage other women to embrace their own personal choices, whether that be going braless or not. It is high time we stop policing women's bodies and instead focus on supporting one another in our journey towards self-acceptance and freedom.


Hazel Briggs

Greetings! My name is Hazel and I am an independent female writer who enjoys exploring thought-provoking subjects. My passion lies in connecting with people and bringing a smile to their faces, while also engaging their minds. I believe in making sure that everyone I interact with feels appreciated.

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