CURRENT MISSION

meet, understand, and embrace people and their culture around the world

ABOUT ME

I was born in Iran but grew up in holland.
In some ways these countries seem totally different.
One environment known for its social restrictions while the other for its liberalism. Yet, both are beautiful.

This has definately formed my character. Look at everything from different perspectives, dont judge too quickly and beauty can be found everywhere!

PHILOSOPHY

Release fear, open the mind, and follow the heart: Live your life.

Yet, Its easy to have a philosophy, but living according to it day by day is where the real challenge lies.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

HOW I PARTICIPATE IN COUCHSURFING

A friend from an international student association introduced me to CS.

COUCHSURFING EXPERIENCE

In East Africa I have had several hosts. They offered a window into their local culture. Something that would have been impossible through regular tours or even through backpacking alone. Their hospitality and our sharing of opinions and interests tripled the value of my journey! Definately want to increase my CS experience!

Interests

I like to watch movies, read books, and like to play games: snooker, bowling, frisbee etc. I think every adult should now and then feel like a child, is good for the spirit. My newest favourite hobby has become salsa. Once you have found the salsa rhythm it is hard not to smile. What a great invention form South America! I am also a quite active sporter. Lately, I mainly do cycling and spinning at a fitnessclub.

• arts
• culture
• books
• beauty
• environment
• movies
• billiards
• socializing
• cycling
• backpacking
• bowling
• science
• tours
• snooker

Music, Movies, and Books

Movies: American Beauty, A beautiful Mind, Adaptation, Big Fish, Unusual suspect.

Music: U2, Alicia Keys, Celine Dion, Michael Jackson, Madonna. A song from a popular persian movie from the 60's: Soltaneh Ghalbah. Great song.

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

The most amaing country I have seen has been India. You have to see it for your self....

My most amazing experience in life is being caught by a hippo while sleeping in my tent at night and being able to retell the story!

Teach, Learn, Share

I like to meet people that are open-minded and curious about other people, culture, science, arts, and life in general!

Countries I’ve Visited

Austria, Belgium, Brazil, Colombia, Ecuador, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, India, Iran, Italy, Kenya, Latvia, Luxembourg, Monaco, Netherlands, Peru, Romania, Russian Federation, Rwanda, San Marino, Slovenia, Spain, Switzerland, Tanzania, Thailand, Turkey, Uganda, United Kingdom, United States, Venezuela

Countries I’ve Lived In

India, Iran, Netherlands, Thailand