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From Shocked to Liberated: A Journalist's Sauna Journey

A DW journalist shares her personal journey adapting to the nudity in German saunas, comparing it to her initial experience in a Turkish hamam, and highlighting the cultural differences.

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What is the author's initial reaction to nudity in German saunas?: The article discusses the author's experience adjusting to the nudity norm in German saunas, contrasting it with her initial discomfort in a Turkish hamam.
How did the author's perspective on nudity in saunas change over time?: Initially, the author found the nudity in German saunas shocking, stemming from her upbringing in the US where public nudity is uncommon. Over time, however, she embraced it as a liberating experience.
What is the Aufguss, and what role does it play in the sauna experience?: The Aufguss, a ritual involving pouring scented water onto hot coals and wafting the steam with a towel, is a highlight of the German sauna experience, enhancing the heat and aromatherapy.
How does the author compare her experiences in German saunas and Turkish hamams?: The author's first experience with public nudity was in a Turkish hamam, where she felt uncomfortable and exposed, unlike her later experiences in German saunas which she describes as more relaxed and accepting.
What are the key cultural differences between German and Turkish sauna experiences, as described by the author?: The author notes the difference between German saunas (mixed-gender, textilfrei) and Turkish hamams (gender-separated, requiring full nudity). She eventually came to find the German sauna culture liberating and comfortable.

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