I've lived a relatively sheltered life and suffered from bouts of anxiety and depression on and off over the years. I've been coping much better recently and have greatly benefited from CBT and yoga and meditation. I love a good nature trail to walk through and then to retreat indoors for some gaming time with my friends or to surf the web. I am an avid writer and have written poetry, short stories, and lyrics. I have been writing my entire life and it is one of my strongest passions. I also play the keyboard and believe that music has helped to keep me grounded. I love creativity and am pleasantly surprised whenever I happen to stumble upon it through my short reach. I seek to lengthen my view, change lives and bring happiness and laughter to others. That is what I hope for.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

I want to get out of my comfort zone and meet new people. I want to be independent and see the world and take in what other cultures have to offer. I want to learn and to simply exchange emotions, knowledge, thoughts, friendship kindness, adventure and creativity with others. I want to experience my life as something bigger than my own world and current living situation. I want to reach out and connect and be changed forever. I need more to my life and that life needs me. I don't want to be lonely anymore.

Interests

Creative Writing(Poetry, short stories, scripts, spoken word, stream of consciousness, journaling etc.), Comedy, Playing my keyboard, hiking, camping, canoeing, kayaking, reading, yoga, meditation, Netflix, video games, the internet, music, concerts, swimming, friends, romance, traveling, bon fires, creativity, compassion, passion,

• culture
• writing
• poetry
• concerts
• yoga
• meditation
• crafts
• video games
• reading
• traveling
• music
• piano
• spoken word
• hiking
• canoeing
• kayaking
• camping
• swimming

Music, Movies, and Books

Movies: Lord of the Rings trilogy, Harry Potter, I am Legend, Almost Famous,

Music: Rock, EDM, Indie, punk, hip hop, Alternative, dance,

Books: Maximum Ride series, Charlie Bone, Goosebumps, Lord of the Rings, Harry Potter

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

Volunteered at the "Wanna Play Program" (Now called "The Social Enrichment Center" http://www.socialenrichmentcenter.com/) Under Beth Roberts as an assistant to the counselors during their day of maintaining a time structure for play, crafts, building, and other activities for young children. I volunteered back in the Summers of 2012 and 2013.

Teach, Learn, Share

I would love to teach someone how to play the piano. I want to learn the ropes of another culture and build my social skills. I want to share my awareness that I've cultivated through mindfulness training. Yoga and meditation have helped to turn my whole outlook on life around. They have boosted my motivation tremendously and I want others to feel that impact.

What I Can Share with Hosts

I can share my music, my writing and my compassion for others. I am willing to earn my keep and to help with daily activity and to contribute whatever my mind can muster.

Countries I’ve Visited

Canada

Countries I’ve Lived In

United States