There are many different people from all over the world who like going barefoot. Some people like doing it as a hobby. On the other hand, other people who go barefoot as a tradition or as a part of their culture. Apparently, there are many who like going barefoot are unable to share their stories. So, this will be a long interviewing series while talking to people who are from all over and let them speak about their barefooting. So, welcome the newest barefoot interviewee, Alberto G. He is (currently) a 65-year-old retired nurse; he was born in Oporto (also known as "Porto"), Portugal and resides in Braga, Portugal. Here is what he had to say about being barefoot.
What inspired you to go barefoot?
The nature's love and the example of St. Francis of Assisi (I am a secular Franciscan brother). Brother Francis can be called "The Barefoot Saint of Assisi".
What are some of the reasons you like going barefoot?
To feel Mother Earth, to be easier approaching the other ones, etc.
Name some places you like going barefoot (besides at home and the beach).
Countryside forest, mountain, rocks, churches and other temples, even on village streets.
Where would you like to try and go barefoot that you haven't done so?
I suppose I already tried to go barefoot every place.
Why do you think people should go barefoot in public more often beside at home and the beach?
It's healthier and gentler.
Give us a story of a time you went barefoot and had a lot of fun doing it.
Oh! It's very difficult to choose among my experiences, but I suppose were the comments of some priests, during religious celebrations I attended barefoot, and they praised my barefooting.
Why do you think some stores and businesses have "banned" going barefoot?
By 'looking bad'.
If possible, please share any of your barefooting experiences.
Some years ago, my other sister and I we entered at a church barefoot, and the parish priest rebuked us harshly.
Since going barefoot is healthy, why do you think people deny it?
Because they choose to sacrifice health to vanity.
Finish this analogy: Someone who does not want to go barefoot is like...
A horse that only walks well when it's screwed.
What would you say to someone who thinks going barefoot (in public) is gross?
"Respect your idea. Continue to live as you live, and I will continue with my barefoot lifestyle. Peace and good!"
Conclusion.
I do thank Alberto G. for taking the time and answering these questions and as well as supporting that going barefoot is actually a good and healthy thing. Tune in next time when someone else in another country talks about their likes on barefooting. Remember, speak your mind, comment down below, and happy barefooting.
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Barefooting 101: A Barefooter's Interviews
Non-FictionDid you know it is legal to be barefoot in public stores and businesses? The purpose of this book is to interview people who love going barefoot on why they love going barefoot in public. I have been able to find some people who love going barefoot...
