Hi

I'm Jana (pronounced Yana) and I currently live in Toronto, Canada where I am completing a master's degree in communication and cultural studies.

I enjoy biking, dancing, good podcasts, foraging, and cooking.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

I spent some time travelling in 2016* and had some of my most memorable experiences with the help of couchsurfing hosts. I have a deep appreciation for the generous hospitality I've received from the couchsurfing community and always respect people's homes as if they were my own.

*my friend Amy and I couchsurfed through her account when we travelled together so a few references went to her profile and not mine. You can cross-check here: https://www.couchsurfing.com/people/amy-pollock

I haven't been travelling as much recently, but prefer to stay with someone through couchsurfing when I do find a weekend to get away. I enjoy making shared meals, taking a walk through your favourite part of town or park, or getting to know each other over some good coffee.

I don't currently have the capacity to host people in my home as it's a very small place with a lot of busy people, but I hope to be able to in the future.

Interests

I have been trying to learn more about forest ecology this year. I'm also interested in sound and listening, neuroplasticity, and how mirror neurons work.

I spend most of my time biking, drinking coffee, dancing, and learning to play the cello.

What I Can Share with Hosts

Respect for shared space
Cooking and clean up
Plant care tips
Ikea furniture assembly

Countries I’ve Visited

Belgium, Brazil, Cambodia, Croatia, Czech Republic, England, France, Israel, Italy, Netherlands, New Zealand, Poland, Spain, Thailand, United States, Venezuela, Viet Nam

Countries I’ve Lived In

Canada, Czech Republic, Italy