CURRENT MISSION

To make the world a better place to live in!

ABOUT ME

Bonjour! Hello! Hallo! Hej! Hola!

Hmm, I could try to say 'hello' in many different languages, but I assume that would take more than just one page. I'll stick to 'hello', as I assume that most people will understand that ;).

Hi, I am Litje, originally Chinese, but born and raised in The Netherlands. I knew of the concept of couchsurfing before, as I have some friends who are couchsurfers themselves, and have even couchsurfed myself two times, but for some reason only decided now to make a couchsurfing account.

I am a happy person, who loves spending time meeting up with friends and making more friends throughout the world. I always find it tricky to describe my personality, so let me put it this way: friends would say that I am...: cheerful, positive, hospitable, kind, intelligent, considerate, helpful, social, adventurous, enthusiastic, ambitious. Hmm, in a way this description is biased, as there is a reason why they are your friends, right? Should perhaps ask non-friends next time how they would describe me :P

I care a lot for people who are marginalized, stigmatized and/or treated badly in society. My special concerns go to women in low-income countries. I even moved to India to make a change. That was so exciting! In the future, I hope to continue to contribute to empowerment of these people and positive changes in society.

In my spare time, I love reading, watching movies, listening to music (Hindi music!), undertaking cultural activities such as attending musicals, visiting museums and historical places. And not to forget: I love travelling! I have been to quite a lot of places in Europe, but I hope to discover more countries of the other continents.

Any questions that I haven't answered yet? Please drop me a note and I am happy to tell you more about myself!

Meet you perhaps in the near future?

Au revoir! Tot ziens! See you! Nos vemos! Adeus! Auf Wiedersehen!

PHILOSOPHY

I am a caring person who wishes the best for everyone and wants to contribute in any way to empower those ones who needs our help the most. I have done quite a lot of voluntary work and will continue doing that. To me, the best present you can get is a thankful person, who shows you how happy they are just because you added something small to their lives. I get happy when I see happy faces around me. I don't take things for granted, and work hard to achieve things that are important and significant to me. Although perhaps idealistic, I hope to make the world a better place to live in ;)

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

HOW I PARTICIPATE IN COUCHSURFING

When I have time, I'd like to meet people during couchsurfing meetings and get in touch with the locals of my travel destinations!

COUCHSURFING EXPERIENCE

I hosted two people from Switzerland before and couchsurfed one time in England and one time in Austria. At that time, I did not have a couchsurfing account but these people were friends of a friend of mine, who is a couchsurfer. It's so interesting to talk to people about what they're doing in life, what perspectives they have on certain issues, and what dreams and wishes they aspire. What I really like as well: they are locals, so they know how to go around in town, what to see and visit, and how to travel from A to B. I am amazed by how friendly, hospitable, and intelligent these people are, sharing whatever they have with you, even though you only know each other for some hours. Like I said before, you become friends in a very short time!

Interests

I am interested in gaining knowledge about human trafficking, the human psyche, and human behaviour. One day, I hope to work as a researcher and psychologist combined. I like eating out or having tea/coffee with friends, going out on day trips, reading books, watching movies, cooking, dancing, and music.

• books
• dancing
• cooking
• coffee
• movies
• reading
• traveling
• eating out
• socializing
• music
• bungee jumping
• sports
• extreme sports
• languages
• psychology

Music, Movies, and Books

I like different kinds of music, nothing in particular that would stand out. I listen to pop music, jazz, R&B, Soul, Hindi music. Considering movies, I like psychological thrillers, dramas, and romantic comedies. I like reading books about women's lives throughout the world.

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

Moved to Australia! I lived there for one year but had the best time ever! I travelled around and have seen most places there. I loved seeing the wild dolphins, wales, koalas, and kangaroos. I met aboriginals and learnt a little bit to play the didgeridoo, so cool! I tried snorkling and saw beautiful fishes in the ocean! (Ps. I am not fond of extreme sports, so didn't do bungee jumping or the like). I also moved to and lived in India! People there are so fascinating! I was amazed about the way they think and live their lives.

Teach, Learn, Share

I gladly talk with people about psychology, trying to figure out why people behave like they do, or feel like they do, or think like they do. I hope to become a better health professional and a better person by meeting people through couchsurfing. I am interested in sharing perspectives, opinions, and thoughts about life.

Countries I’ve Visited

Australia, Austria, Belgium, China, Croatia, Czech Republic, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, India, Italy, Latvia, Norway, Slovakia, Spain, United Kingdom

Countries I’ve Lived In

Australia, India, Netherlands, Sweden, United Kingdom