I am an open minded and down to earth ENFJ Australian, who is a first time solo traveller! All help and advice welcome! I'm a primary teacher who wants the best of both worlds - earn money and see the world! I nurture my inner child with fun and curious activities, as well as a good balance of chilling out to maintain positive mental health.

Life is to be lived

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

To meet kind and supportive people to make my travels feel less lonely and more homey! I am keen to have new experiences and feel like a local :)

Interests

• animals
• arts
• culture
• writing
• singing
• design
• fashion
• street art
• photography
• music festivals
• festivals
• dancing
• education
• picnic
• yoga
• running
• board games
• reading
• drawing
• live music
• electronic music
• outdoor activities
• hiking
• camping
• rock climbing
• astronomy
• philosophy
• psychology
• science
• road trips
• food
• nature
• spirituality
• national parks
• learning new things
• queer
• costumes
• learning
• ancient history
• museums
• exploring new places
• thrift shopping
• meeting new people
• fantasy
• mental health
• theology
• jazz music
• ancient wisdom
• sustainable living
• alternative lifestyles

Music, Movies, and Books

I love all music, from hip hop to psytrance, soul jazz to acapella, acoustic to classic rock.

I enjoy many movies (not horror though), but they're always better with company. Visually cinematic, emotional journeys, happy endings, great soundtracks, intrigue and mystery, AI sci-fi, kids animation, comedy, badass action...

I really enjoy TV shows, for example Westworld, The Good Place, Parks and Rec, The Last Airbender, Jessica Jones, Gilmore Girls, Queer Eye, Project Runway, Crazy Ex-Girlfriend, Grand Designs, Skins (UK), Black Books, Dr Who, 3%...

I find myself reading a lot of young adult fiction. Favourite authors include JK Rowling, Tamora Pierce, John Marsden, John Green, Stephanie Meyer (don't judge me). I also love picture books and keeping up to date with what my students are enjoying. I've recently been getting into biographies as well.
I highly recommend Man's Search for Meaning, and am always keen to get suggestions from others!

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

Cycled from Paris to Brugge over two weeks with my family! It's the best way to see the world - not too fast, but not too slow ;)

Teach, Learn, Share

Anything!! I love learning and sharing knowledge/skills/wisdom (I mean, I became a teacher for a reason haha). I consider myself a jack of all trades.

What I Can Share with Hosts

My smile, stories and conversation, cooking, cleaning, tutoring and babysitting... also Vegemite if you are interested ;)

Countries I’ve Visited

Australia, Austria, Denmark, France, Germany, Netherlands, Russian Federation, United States