we are very diverse

Also all the tire dust that is releasing chemicals onto the skin.

unless you're in a place where human shit flows freely, that is not much of a concern. stores are usually not such places.

That’s exactly what I was thinking. Humans suck at remembering history when they can’t see the consequences anymore.

The linoleum floor of a supermarket is a godless abomination, further from mother nature than any other surface

Nothing quite like a spiritual connection with concrete

ugh, i hate that woo-woo "grounding" bullshit. gives the rest of the barefooters a bad name. honestly there's so many good reasons to go unshod without bringing in magical nonsense.

I once found a pair of barefoot running sandals online that were otherwise normal with rubber soles etc, but had a copper rivet inserted through the sole to facilitate that connection to earth.

Connecting to some basic ass tile work.

I once saw a girl very abruptly stop walking on a rather busy street, throw herself down on a nearby bench in a hurry, take out her stuff from her tote bag and just start knitting with an oddly peaceful expression on her face as if nothing happened. I was left wondering what the fuck I just witnessed. Happened in the span of like 4 seconds.

Yes she was barefoot.

I'd say dog pee is the least concerning thing on the list.

Also, parasites 😬

I'm reminded of this one barefoot hippie who would do nature survival shows without shoes. I understand how it worked for him in the forest or desert with brambles and whatnot, but how does that work in an urban area?

Stores can't dictate what's legal, so this is not illegal. It's just not allowed under some store rules, but the most they can do is kick you out.

Sladnas