Hi! My name is Josie and I’m currently traveling around Europe until early August 2019. I am passionate about mental health and strive to have an open-mind about every new experience I have and every new person I meet. I believe that the power of listening and empathy cannot be overstated and that building relationships and connections with different people is a crucial step in bettering the world.

I also love being outside, camping, hiking, swimming, eating, having deep conversations, volcanoes, taking photos, and just general exploring (even in the places I have lived the longest).

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

I want to meet new people and hear their stories

Interests

• salsa dancing
• music
• hiking
• camping
• geology
• psychology
• language exchange
• food
• film photography
• mental health
• conservation
• environmentalism
• spanish
• volcanoes
• baking/cooking
• plastic free
• magical realism

Teach, Learn, Share

I love Latin music and am hoping to learn more about dancing salsa, merengue, bachata...really any form of dance. I also love learning new languages and would greatly appreciate anything you can share with me from your native language (I can help with English and Spanish in return). I would love it if you gave me suggestions for things to do, see, and eat (and join me if you can!) I’m open to whatever you would like to share, I love learning new things.

What I Can Share with Hosts

I love to bake, cook, and take photos. I would be happy to cook and/or bake for you! I can also help teach you English and Spanish.

Countries I’ve Visited

Australia, Belgium, Botswana, Brunei Darussalam, Canada, Colombia, Costa Rica, England, Ethiopia, France, Indonesia, Italy, Malaysia, Mexico, Netherlands, New Zealand, Philippines, Singapore, Sweden, Switzerland, Taiwan, Thailand, Zambia

Countries I’ve Lived In

New Zealand, United States