A human on a project to teach empathy on a global level. I identify as an introverted extrovert who dons an elephant onesie during events where I help high school students learn and apply Comp Sci in creative contexts. Eight years spent in the intersection of technology and theater naturally landed me in the world of virtual reality storytelling. Thus, I sometimes plan spontaneous trips to various parts of the country/world to record footage or conduct interviews. I also enjoy meeting new humans, and changing lives in positive, growth-oriented ways. My friends have described me as 'empath,' 'deep-thinker,' and 'weird - very weird.'

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

Traveling the world is great, and fun; my personal preference at the moment is to travel with intent. My last backpacking trip to Southeast Asia was a result of a proclamation that I wouldn't return to the states until I deepened my relationship with someone - flying back to America was definitely a bitter-sweet return.

Now-it’s for leisure and loose intentioned exploration.

Interests

• theater
• performing arts
• dancing
• wine
• technology
• eating out
• hiking
• storytelling
• cognitive science
• lucid dreaming
• virtual reality

Music, Movies, and Books

Beautiful mind, How to train a dragon, shawshank redemption

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

I became lucid in a dream within a dream where I entered the body of a civilian to fight the Joker.

Teach, Learn, Share

I love to learn about diverse human experiences. I love to share stories and tips.

What I Can Share with Hosts

Fascinating stories of family dynamics, meaning of life, and Silicon Valley.

Countries I’ve Visited

Cambodia, Canada, China, Denmark, Indonesia, Japan, Malaysia, Mongolia, Philippines, Singapore, South Korea, Spain, Taiwan, Thailand, Turkey, United States

Countries I’ve Lived In

China, Singapore, United States