I'm interested in understanding life's real purpose. I enjoy meeting people, explore ideas, culture and new concepts.

I'm happy with the company of an inquisitive teenager to a hundred year old, as long as they have a passion for something, an open mind, humour, warmth, and an honest personality.

I try and live by my life mantras: 'Live more - Consume less!' and 'If it's not fun, why do it?'

I'm a passionate non smoker, (apologies to those hooked on Nicotine).

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

I love to meet local people, see their corner of the planet. Staying in hotels is too isolated and prevents me from getting the full joy of travel. Ultimately, the people are more important than the places I see.

It's also fun to host and show you around where I live.

Interests

Hill walking; Yoga for the body; mind and soul; Cycling; Running; Spirituality; Debating ideas; Personal development; Wine tasting; Sustainability; Astronomy.

• culture
• dining
• cooking
• wine
• wine tasting
• yoga
• running
• walking
• drinking
• traveling
• socializing
• cycling
• hiking
• soccer
• astronomy

Music, Movies, and Books

Music: Anything from the Beatles to the Clash! From 'My Sweet Lord' to 'Hyperactive'.
Movies: Ghandi, Shawshank Redemption, Cool hand Luke, Bourne series, The Godfather, Dr Zivago, Back To The Future, Far From The Madding Crowd.

There's too many to single out but I also like SciFi and RomComs too!

One of my many failings is that I read a lot of non-fiction but I'm far too lazy to read novels. Often I ask, please give me the gist of the story in two pages!

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

Still breathing!

Teach, Learn, Share

Indian and English cultures, cook some of the food, practice yoga, go hiking, cycling, running. Debate anything, drink tea/wine/cider.

I enjoy learning and experiencing new things and have a very open mind and willing to try new stuff. I like to be challenged and challenge others.

I'm happy to share whatever I have, including a spare bicycle and a smile.

What I Can Share with Hosts

My Humanity. Sense of humour. Humility. Sense of Fun!!

Quotes from the late great Mahatma Ghandi:

'Live as if you were to die tomorrow; learn as if you were to live forever.
The weak can never forgive. Forgiveness is the attribute of the strong.
Happiness is when what you think, what you say, and what you do are in harmony.'

Countries I’ve Visited

Belgium, Canada, France, Germany, India, Ireland, Italy, Jersey, Luxembourg, Malta, Morocco, Netherlands, Portugal, Scotland, Spain, Switzerland, United States, Vatican City State, Wales

Countries I’ve Lived In

England, India