How would you describe a barefooter?
A person that walks barefoot when possible
How long have you been barefoot?
18 years
Why did you decide to be barefoot?
Had a issue with my feet, the Podologist adviced to try to walk barefoot
On a scale of 1 to 10, how “extreme” are you?
7
What is your opinion on shoes and socks?
Wear them when needed
Why do you think being barefoot is deemed as socially unacceptable?
No, it’s socially unknown. Because most people get indoctrinized to wear shoes and socks
Have you ever not been able to go in somewhere/refused service because you didn’t have shoes on?
No
What are the best and worst reactions you have gotten? How do you deal with bad reactions and unsolicited opinions?
Best: someone who complimented me and showed he was barefooted too. Worst a guy who tried to step on my toes “to teach me to wear shoes”
How do you go about feet care?
Just wash them
Have you dealt with fetishers?
Yes, tried to ignore them
Do you walk on everything or are there surfaces you don’t walk on?
I don’t walk on all surfaces. Same with weather conditions and some social constructs
What is your favorite surface to walk barefoot on and why?
Sand and grass, just feels good
What are the worst things you’ve stepped on?
Very hot tarmac
Have you had any mishaps?
Yes stept in dirr
How do you handle cold temperatures?
Wearing shoes and socks
In your experience, what season is best to be barefoot?
Spring and autumn
How does being barefoot affect aspects of your life (love, career e.t.c)?
No changes
What challenges do you run into (physically, socially e.t.c)?
New employers don’t always understand
What are misconceptions about being barefoot?
Being poor or alternatve
What are your fears that stem from being barefoot?
No clue
What advantages of being barefoot have you experienced?
No pain in my feet and better body posture
What disadvantages of being barefoot have you experienced?
More pain when you hit something with your toes
What are things to NOT say or do to barefoot people?
No clue
How do you feel about how barefoot is portrayed in media? What are some of your favorite pieces of media with authentic representation?
No clue
What would you like to say to barefooters?
Hi, nice you’re walking barefoot too
Give tips to new barefooters and people looking to go barefoot.
Take your time , and go slowly. Your feet are not used to it. All muscle and joints meed to get trained
How do you wish our society would perceive and treat barefoot people?
Just as normal people
What would you like people to know about being barefoot?
It’s great