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Modesty is very important to me.  My church, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (the Mormons), has said this about modesty: Modesty is an attitude of propriety and decency in dress, grooming, language, and behavior. If we are modest, we do not draw undue attention to ourselves. Instead, we seek to “glorify God in [our] body, and in [our] spirit” (1 Corinthians 6:20; see also 1 Corinthians 6:19). Our clothing expresses who we are. It sends messages about us, and it influences the way we and others act. When we are well groomed and modestly dressed, we can invite the companionship of the Spirit and exercise a good influence on those around us. Central to the command to be modest is an understanding of the sacred power of procreation, the ability to bring children into the world. This power is to be used only between husband and wife. Revealing and sexually suggestive clothing, which includes short shorts and skirts, tight clothing, and shirts that do not cover the stomach,... Read the rest of this entry »

Before we heard about this KUTV news story on Mormon nudists we had no idea that such a community existed. Of course the idea of Mormon nudists piqued our interest, not because we are tempted to try it, but because of how contrary the concept seems with the modesty teachings of the LDS faith. Since we don’t personally know anyone who is a Mormon nudist/naturist, we decided to check out LDS Skinny-Dipper Connection, a website dedicated to “…faithful members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints throughout the world who have a wholesome interest in social nudity under appropriate circumstances.” There are no pictures on the website. While the site contains a lot of information about how these Mormon members reconcile teachings of the LDS faith with their desire to be nude, we were still unable to find answers to our most pressing questions about Mormon nudism. ~ A common tip for those who might be nervous about public speaking is for them to... Read the rest of this entry »

Congratulations! You’re married! All that chastity has paid off with a beautiful temple wedding. But virtue doesn’t stop at the altar—modesty in all areas continues in marriage. Clothing: Wives, just because your husband now can admire you physically guilt free doesn’t mean all men should. Remain modest in respect for your husband and temple garments. On pool days and date nights, you can still dress attractively without attracting other eyes. Bedroom: The Church has no official rules on what is and is not allowed in the bedroom, except for obvious behaviors that break covenants, such as infidelity, pornography, and abuse. However, President Kimball advised, “If it is unnatural, you just don’t do it. That is all, and all the family life should be kept clean and worthy and on a very high plane. There are some people who have said that behind the bedroom doors anything goes. That is not true and the Lord would not condone... Read the rest of this entry »

In all the modesty talks, the focus is usually on women. But men can be immodest too. Extremes: The most obvious immodesty for men is sporting extreme or offensive hairdos, clothing, and accessories. As stated in a previous post, modesty is about being moderate. Being moderate also includes not showing off costly apparel. Set aside pride and don humility, especially at church or in the temple. Tight Clothing: Men are just as guilty as women for wearing tight clothing, revealing their toned chest (or even gut sometimes) and rear end. Although women for the most part are not visual creatures like men, an immodest attractive guy can be a temptation to many women. Then there’s women like me who are turned off and for that reason would like you to be modest! Revealing Clothing: If what you are wearing doesn’t cover garments, whether or not you are endowed, then it is immodest. This rule applies to athletic wear as well. Of course some sports require certain clothing that may not... Read the rest of this entry »

We may think we are dressed modestly when really we aren’t, even if we are following all the written rules. Modesty is just as much about the spirit of the law as it is about the letter of the law. Here are some ways to check for accidental immodesty before heading out the door. Sneaky Skin: You may not realize areas of skin that are showing because you cannot see them. Stand in front of a mirror and bend over in all directions. Check for skin showing on your backside, tummy, and chest. If you can see down your shirt, so can anyone else taller than you. Tight Clothing: Modesty not only means covering skin, but also covering curves. Men are just as interested in tight clothing that show off every line of your body as they are in clothes that reveal those curvaceous body parts. Your clothes are too tight if you can’t pinch them, move around comfortably in them, or put them on easily. Glamour: Flashy, big, and too much jewelry; heavy,... Read the rest of this entry »

We’ve all heard the modesty talk so many times, we could recite it in our sleep. And most of us already dress modestly, so it feels like they’re preaching to the choir. But this time it’s not about the clothes—modesty extends beyond fashion to all aspects of your life. Conversation: What we talk about with our friends and boyfriends is just as important as what we wear. If you have nonmember friends who like to share their sexual conquests, tell them that’s private information you aren’t interested in. When on dates, especially when engaged with the honeymoon night on the horizon, don’t talk about sex. Of course, guys are guilty too, usually for crude humor. Let them know it’s not funny to you—sex is a sacred topic. Photos: We all have Facebook pages through which we share our everyday lives, vacations, and fun times with the rest of the world. We need to be careful, though, of what photos we post of ourselves. What may seem... Read the rest of this entry »

Church, school, home—we are modest where and when expected. However, are we using the following situations as excuses to dress immodestly? Beach/Pool: Summer sunshine and warm water beckon bare skin. It’s great to feel the sun, wind, and waves after being covered all winter. But only give in so much. Choose your swimsuit by how much it covers, not by its name—even one-piece suits can be immodest with overflowing cleavage and no backs. Athletics: Sports, dance, and exercise all require flexible, proper-fitting clothing. It’s possible to find such clothing in modest styles, such as longer shorts and looser clothing, or to wear spandex shorts underneath. Even sports with mandatory uniforms can be worked around; it all depends on how much you’re willing to try. For example, a girl in my stake ordered her high-school cheerleading skirt longer than required with no problem. If you do face problems, cover up when you aren’t... Read the rest of this entry »

In various work environments have established safety policies and procedures. In my former place of employment, an employee had to be cognizant of his/her surrounding areas. If something went wrong, there are specific Lock Out Tag and Try procedures that must be performed in order to safely work on the machine, remove any fiberboard that [...]  Read More →

Mormons believe that our bodies are gifts from God, a stewardship to care for. The standards we live by to respect our bodies include modesty and sexual morality. The following was written by “A Mormon Girl“ Recently, I sat in an interview to be a role model in my local community. They were looking for girls to represent the different towns, shopping centers and landmarks by doing community service. I sat in the interview just waiting to burst with enthusiasm. I am passionate about being a part of change in society. A lot of the world believes that the way young women portray themselves on television, magazines, and other media is a form of freedom of speech. A freedom to express themselves. Just another step towards empowerment. If we are really that much closer to empowerment, why are we using our bodies? Men have never used their bodies this much in this form. If we have become any more empowered is it in the form that we want to be empowered in? Are the young women... Read the rest of this entry »

I just ironed. Gasp!  I know!  Me?  Ironing?  Will wonders never cease? I hate to iron.  I think it stems back 12 years ago when I was putting the iron away on a shelf and it fell and landed on my pinky toe and broke it.  Ever since then, I have had a hate/hate relationship with the iron.  I don’t buy 100% cotton shirts.  #1, they shrink in the wash, even if you are careful.  And #2, they have to ironed.  So I just avoid them. But…(and here’s the really cool news, the whole reason why you are reading this post)… I get to sing in the choir for the General Relief Society Meeting in the Conference Center on September 25th!  I am so excited!  We have to wear a white, button up shirt for the choir.  So I had to go buy one.  Now, I know I am going to get a lot of you saying, “You could have borrowed one from me,” and my mom has already offered and I know I would fit in hers.  But I was thinking about it and... Read the rest of this entry »

A young woman in my area recently tried to commit suicide after receiving over 3,500 negative texts from her peers. Her attempted suicide left her a paraplegic. Her plight, and others that have recently been highlighted in the national news, make me worried about the world my daughters are growing up in. When I listen to news reports like this my mind starts to ask a lot of questions. Will I let my girls have cell phones? Texting service? A Facebook account? Is Hannah Montana too sassy and too old of a show to let my eight-year-old watch? Is there anything decent on the radio these days? How can I raise daughters who value intelligence, virtue, and integrity more than the latest fashions or celebrities? Am I modeling the behaviors I value the most in women? One of my favorite quotes comes from Margaret Nadauld, a former President of the Young Women’s program from the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. “The world has enough women who are tough; we need women who are... Read the rest of this entry »

Certain TV shows and previews reminded me of a quote from Sister Margaret Nagauld: “Women of God can never be like women of the world. The world has enough women who are tough; we need women who are tender. There are enough women who are coarse; we need women who are kind. There are enough women who are rude; we need women who are refined. We have enough women of fame and fortune; we need more women of faith. We have enough greed; we need more goodness. We have enough vanity; we need more virtue. We have enough popularity; we need more purity.” We need to be classy women–women with manners, discipline, integrity, virtue, sincerity, and charity. Sister Nagauld isn’t the only one to have said this: 1. “It is, unfortunately, all too easy to illustrate the confusion and distortion of womanhood in contemporary society. Immodest, immoral, intemperate women jam the airwaves, monopolize magazines, and slink across movie screens—all while being celebrated by the world.... Read the rest of this entry »