Originally from Yorkshire, I've spent the last 15 years in Brighton (13 as a teacher in an international college, and training as a person-centred counsellor over the past 5 years) and made the decision to leave my job and cycle around the world. I have always cycled, not only to stay physically fit, but also as a means of maintaining my mental health naturally. I would describe myself as friendly, courteous, open, honest, empathic, non-judgemental and most importantly clean and tidy :)
I'm woeful at learning languages though I will always try (replace woeful with lazy).

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

I'd like to circumnavigate the globe by bike, and where possible I will camp, but I'd also like to experience the luxury of a bed (or couch) every once in a while (more frequently than that actually) at the same time as meeting interesting, hospitable people.

Interests

• dogs
• walking
• cycling
• self improvement
• comedy
• livemusic
• empathy
• german shepherd
• vipassana meditation
• wim hof method

Music, Movies, and Books

I like all types of music. I don't have a favourite but we can safely cross mumble rap off the list. I like playing the guitar and will miss mine while cycling (even considered carrying a miniature one!). I like all the best films and none of the bad ones ;)
What's a book? Best read recently: Recovery: Freedom From Our Addictions, Russell Brand

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

Walked the Camino De Santiago (1000km)

Quit my job to cycle around the world...if I don't do it now I never will!

Teach, Learn, Share

All good ideas :)

What I Can Share with Hosts

Stories. Meals. Laughter.

Countries I’ve Visited

Belgium, Bulgaria, France, Germany, Greece, Ireland, Italy, Netherlands, Portugal, Scotland, Tunisia, Turkey, United States, Wales

Countries I’ve Lived In

Spain, United Kingdom