CURRENT MISSION

I am looking to step outside of my comfort zone, make new acquaintances, learn new things, and see the world as it is.

ABOUT ME

I am a somewhat introverted dude that is looking to become less-insulated and more realistic. Understandably, there is much to do in this aim.

PHILOSOPHY

I try to see philosophies, and people, for the good in them, while not getting bogged down in the negative. I try to trust, even if I have misgivings, because I find that trust can dissolve a number of contentions.

Ultimately, I want to be happy, and I do not believe this should be at anyone else's expense- therefore, by trying to assist other people on their quest for happiness, I figure I'll get good practice on my own.

我为什么加入 Couchsurfing

HOW I PARTICIPATE IN COUCHSURFING

So far, I have not. :(

COUCHSURFING EXPERIENCE

Very little, aside from the occasional housing that has been graciously been provided to me while traveling to dance events.

兴趣

Brains! Cognitive science is a fascinating thing. Computers, by analogy, are far less complex and thus less interesting but fascinating in their own way. I'm kind-of-sort-of into philosophy, have and practice hemi-semi-demi-buddhist sorts of leanings, and generally am very skeptical both ex- and in-ternally. I enjoy a good conversation with a minimum of useless chatter and an enthusiastic game of chess. As a union of philosophy and technical proclivity, I am very much enamored with open source software.

• dancing
• chess
• traveling
• science
• software

音乐、电影和书籍

I'm a fan of science fiction and dark humor. R. A. Lafferty is one of my favorite authors, as is Philip K. Dick, Robert A. Heinlein, and others. I enjoy learning and reading about science from such luminaries as Steven Pinker, Richard Feynman, and a number of others.

I would not be surprised to find more people that enjoy the fantastic television show 'Lexx' in Europe than in America.

我做过的一件不可思议的事情

Every day, in its own way.

教，学，和分享

I am very skilled in a number of technical disciplines and am always eager to lend my advice or more technical assistance to whatever I can. I am an origamist and think there is much to be learned about mindfulness from the simple engagement of hands and paper. Most importantly, I try to learn whatever I can from what is around me in a discerning way, whether it's how to properly build a campfire or lashing bamboo. Learning's fun.

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