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Overview

  • 2 references 1 Confirmed & Positive
  • Fluent in English, French, Spanish; learning Dutch
  • 42, Female
  • Member since 2010
  • Researcher at the University of Chile
  • Mathematics/theoretical computer sciences
  • From south of Belgium
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About Me

CURRENT MISSION

feel life and share that feeling with others

ABOUT ME

I am a pretty random human being, that is, totally unique and full of contradictions. I like to move and live in different places. I live now in Chile, used to live in the US, traveled for 6 months in Asia and grew up in Europe.

The last few years I have been interested in meditation and in general spiritual practices. Whatever ``spiritual practices'' may mean :-) Can just be taking a crowded metro in Santiago. I guess I am saying I love to explore the different visions each of us can have of life, what can fulfill us deep inside. I like to connect with people, have a glimpse on how they create their life. I am ready to have my world be turned upside down, even if it can be a though ride.

I am spontaneous and shy at times, with colorful dresses, I have a lot of worries that I like to work with, I like cooking, walking barefoot, learning, being helpful, and a little human being trying to dance on its own rhythm.

PHILOSOPHY

This is quite a wild trip :-)

Even if I have no idea what this is all about, I am ready to explore, be open. To cherish the parts inside that feel like sparkles and full life. I know it feels good to be of help for other people. It doesn't mean I master this art, constant work in progress. But the part in me that can feel openness and compassion seems to have more wisdom and peace (and audacity and creativity too).

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

HOW I PARTICIPATE IN COUCHSURFING

Even though I registered 2 years ago, I actually never used couchsurfing. Want to give it a shot now and see how it works out.

COUCHSURFING EXPERIENCE

I had the chance to have a relatively big flat in Amsterdam for few years. We had very often people on a mattress on the floor. I also ended up on couches in very different locations. All of those were spontaneous "couchsurfing", without using the internet. I feel very grateful for all those experiences.

Interests

Buddhism, traveling, meeting people, mountains, nature, learning, adventure.

  • arts
  • dancing
  • dining
  • cooking
  • instructor
  • meditation
  • walking
  • traveling
  • socializing
  • buddhist
  • swimming
  • mountains

Music, Movies, and Books

I do enjoy people making art, whatever it is, when it feels it is simply a way for their heart to express themselves.

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

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Teach, Learn, Share

I can teach french, I also used to work as a swimming instructor. I am interested in learning how the mind works, what makes people feel alive, what they really care for. In general, I simply love the process of learning. And I like to share, from thoughts to sweat, from food to smile.

Countries I’ve Visited

Argentina, Australia, Benin, Burkina Faso, Cyprus, Egypt, France, Gambia, Italy, Laos, Lithuania, Peru, Poland, Portugal, Senegal, South Africa, Spain, Switzerland, Thailand, United Kingdom

Countries I’ve Lived In

Belgium, Chile, Netherlands, United States

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