I am an American from Boston, Massachusetts and spent the past 4 years out at university in Fort Collins, Colorado where I studied tourism. Traveling has been a passion of mine for a long time so I figured studying tourism would open doors to see the world and all the beauty it has to offer. Traveling for me has become not only about discovering and learning about the exterior world, but also about turning inward to learn about myself and my own culture through introspection and the perception of other peoples and their cultures. I strive to understand the world as a whole by spending time in various countries and experiencing as much as possible. Through a spiritual lens I see life as being full of positive, meaningful, and beneficial lessons and experiences if one looks at it right - it's all about the silver lining!I have been living in Chiang Mai, Thailand for the past 3 months and am so stoked to head south to Australia. I am new to couchsurfing hence my lack of friends, verification, etc.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

To find some awesome locals in the places I visit and hear, understand, and converse their perspectives about the place I am visiting! Also looking to engage in awesome conversation about travel, the planet, humanity, interests, etc.!

Interests

Outdoor Recreation - Snowboarding, trekking, rock climbing
Creative Projects - sustainably repurposing things, art, community based events, gardening
Spirituality - meditation, philosophy, buddhism, sacred geometry, good conversation
Having a beer with some friends while enjoying the weather / the company of good people.

• arts
• culture
• beauty
• beer
• meditation
• gardening
• politics
• traveling
• music
• outdoor activities
• snowboarding
• buddhist
• rock climbing
• tourism

Music, Movies, and Books

Music - Anything 1970's, Bob Dylan, The Beatles, The Doors, The Zombies, Rock, Widespread Panic, Thievery Corporation, Phish,

Movies - V For Vendetta, Across The Universe, Almost Famous, Documentaries

Books - The Art of Happiness, Way of the Peaceful Warrior, Alan Watts, Harry Potters , anything philosophy.

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

Studied abroad in Chiang Mai, Thailand for 5 months in the spring of 2014 during Uni where I learned about SE Asia politics, Thai Art & Culture, and Human Security Issues in Asia where I fell in love with the city and now i'm back (for now)!

Teach, Learn, Share

I love engaging others in conversation about their passions, ambitions, and perspectives with an open mind free of judgement - opening dialogue about our life stories and what we hope for the future. I am open to learning everything and anything in life.

What I Can Share with Hosts

I can share an open mind, great music, good vibes, and perspectives!

Countries I’ve Visited

Cambodia, Laos, Saint Kitts and Nevis, Thailand, Viet Nam

Countries I’ve Lived In

Thailand, United States