Typically, when people are describing themselves, they say their name, what they do, and maybe a hobby or two. I think that's just our default response. When asked to describe yourself, how do you amount all of your life experiences that made you into who you are into a few sentences? Basically, what I'm trying to say is this: I have no idea how to answer this question. I went about it in an extremely pretentious manner, and I realize this, but I like looking deeper into things. About me: I love the rain, and rainy days. I love the feeling of being so small in a world so big. I like the idea that all that exists has a story all it's own. I adore the art and practice of yoga, and really have an appreciation for art in all of its forms. I would rather spend a week living, truly living, than a lifetime sedentary. Hopefully, this platform will help me achieve something somewhere in the middle. One of my favorite books has a quote that I adore: "I wanted to run away from everything, but I wanted to run towards something too. Don't you see how it was?" This is how I will describe myself. With a quote I didn't even write.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

I absolutely adore traveling, but as a college student, it gets a little expensive. I have recently started a new chapter in my life where I want to try and live every day as if it is my last, create beautiful memories, meet incredible people, and learn their stories. I want to create travel vlogs and make art and share it with the world, and someday, my kids, if that is to be a chapter in my life. I want to live life while I still can, because the world has everything to offer, if only we reach out and take advantage.

Interests

• dogs
• writing
• vegetarian
• yoga
• movies
• video games
• reading
• traveling
• music
• live music
• hiking
• nature
• videography
• vegetarianism
• indie
• star wars
• lord of the rings
• cliff diving
• yoga and meditation

Music, Movies, and Books

Music: This is impossible for me to narrow down. I'm pretty much a fan of any and all music -- that's not to say I don't listen to it or don't carefully curate playlists, I just really have a wide appreciation for all things music related. It has been a passion of mine for as long as I can remember. The only genre I really can't listen to for long is Heavy Metal. I listen to anything from Radical Face to Frank Ocean, from Bon Iver to EDEN, and from Juice WRLD to Manchester Orchestra. Side Note: I absolutely adore and would die for live music. I am the city curator of a program called Sofar Sounds in West Lafayette, IN, where we host live concerts with local artists in secret locations.

Movies: Favorite Genre is probably Indie Films, here are a few of my all time favorites:
- Place Beyond the Pines
- The Minimalists: The Documentary
- Requiem for a Dream
- Blue Valentine
- Mustang
- American Beauty
- Lady Bird
- Ida

Books: I'm a huge reader, I love a wide variety of genres. I'd love to discuss this with any other couchsurfer!
- Catcher in the Rye
- Winesburg, Ohio
- East of Eden
- Tender is the Night
- The Alchemist
- Of Mice and Men

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

I am the city curator for Sofar Sounds in West Lafayette, IN. This is a global music series that aims to make live music more intimate and bring it back to it's original purpose: connecting the artist with the audience. The shows feature three unannounced artists in a secret location that can range anywhere from a coffee shop to someone's living room. It is probably the coolest thing I've done, besides travelling to Spain on my own.

Teach, Learn, Share

I'm a listener. I will listen to anything and everything another soul is willing to share with me. I love to hear stories. I could listen to theories and conspiracies for days. I can share this part of myself. I'm not sure what I myself have to offer, but if anything I happen to mention interests you, I would love to explore this.

What I Can Share with Hosts

I love to discuss greater philosophical questions, as well as pretty much all types of media -- books, music, movies, video games, etc. I'd love to skip past small talk and form a real human connection! I would also love to assist with any cleaning and cooking that needs completed. I can share some pretty cool vegetarian recipes! I'd also love to share some yoga practices with anyone who would be interested in that sort of thing.

Countries I’ve Visited

Spain, Trinidad and Tobago

Countries I’ve Lived In

United States