I'm a Texas teacher looking to explore the world and make some friends along the way. I'd consider myself a lifelong learner (I'm often listening to podcasts or reading). I try to keep an open-mind and know that there is something I can learn from everyone. I'm curious, vegan, an aspiring zero-waste minimalist, competitive athlete, son, brother, and Elementary school teacher.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

I enjoy listening to peoples’ stories, making deep connections, and laughing 'til my ribs hurt.

Interests

I like to explore the outdoors, listen to live music, dance, be spontaneous and try new things.

• arts
• humanities
• running
• reading
• traveling
• music
• cycling
• hiking
• camping
• sports
• rock climbing
• swimming
• languages

Music, Movies, and Books

-Etymologicon
-Motorcycle Diaries
-Practicing Peace in Times of War (Chodron's)
-The Lord of the Rings
-The Tibetan Book of Living and Dying
-The Ambivalent Revolution
-All the Marvel Movies
-The Art of Memory
-Commemorations, Gillis
-The Alquimist, Paulo Coelho
-Breathe, James Nestor
-Can't Hurt Me, David Goggins
-Chicago Med TV series

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

Touched my nose with my tongue

Teach, Learn, Share

I'll just blurt out what comes to mind: We must listen and learn. Reflect/Introspection. Have compassion for yourself and others. Strangely, I believe that there are lessons to be learned from suffering and discomfort. I'm grappling with it haha I suppose we're made by the experiences we encounter and endure.

What I Can Share with Hosts

Conversation, food, and a lending hand.

Countries I’ve Visited

Argentina, Brazil, Canada, Chile, England, France, Greece, Italy, Mexico, Netherlands, Portugal, Spain, United Kingdom, United States, Vatican City State

Countries I’ve Lived In

Brazil, Mexico, Spain, United States