Futurist, fellow, author, and friend.

The progressive realisation of a worthy ideal.

ABOUT ME

I have lived in Rome, London, Sydney, Santa Fe, Frankfurt, NY and LA. The US for the last six years. I am open, well traveled, and the rest remains unwritten...interested in technology, ecology, ,healthy living, yoga, working out, languages the list will just keep going on an on :)

I have published a number of books on Future trends and in my spare time am an artist.

https://books.apple.com/us/author/mark-m-whelan/id1215839006

https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B004MXOPR0/

https://www.saatchiart.com/markmwhelan

Here's my blog.. www.markmwhelan.com
www.futurecenter.ventures

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

I travel a lot and happy to offer a room when I can; furthermore, I have lived in many countries and have a vast network who I am very happy to pass on contacts to good, intelligent and sincere people.... and love to engage in conversation.

COUCHSURFING EXPERIENCE

stayed with the guys in mission...really was an amazing time with Nikhil, Hanako, Eva and the crew

Interests

artificial intelligence, business intelligence, rapid reasoning, innovation, design thinking, scrum, rapid reasoning development, social media, mobi, philosophy, chess, literature, yoga,
travel, languages, art, literature,finance, yoga, philosophy, kabbalah, krav maga
martial arts, ninjitsu, wing chun, muay thai, gym, traveling, weight lifting, dancing, tango, salsa, music, sustainability, microfinance, peer to peer,

• yoga
• working out
• technology
• chess
• traveling
• music
• boxing
• martial arts
• business
• communications
• ecology
• languages

Music, Movies, and Books

Classical music

European and independent films

innovation, literature, poetry and philosophy.

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

My Journey Through Life threatening illness : A Story of Resilience and Alternative Healing
(pictures in my profile that show the progress)

In 2020, I faced one of the biggest challenges of my life when I was diagnosed with a rare disease . What followed was an intense month-long stay in an isolation oncology ward, where I underwent five grueling rounds of chemotherapy. However, my approach to healing extended beyond conventional treatments.
Determined to support my body's natural healing processes, I explored various holistic and alternative therapies alongside my medical treatment. This included:

Nutrition: I adopted a carefully researched, plant-based diet rich in anti-inflammatory foods and natural immune boosters.
Mind-Body Techniques: I practiced daily meditation and visualization exercises, focusing on imagining my body healing itself.
Traditional Chinese Medicine: I worked with an experienced practitioner who used acupuncture and herbal remedies to help manage side effects and boost my immune system.
Exercise: Even in isolation, I maintained a gentle exercise routine, including yoga and short walks when possible.
Emotional Support: I engaged in regular therapy sessions and maintained strong connections with loved ones, believing in the power of positive emotional states in healing.
Detoxification Practices: I implemented safe, doctor-approved detox protocols to support my body in processing the chemotherapy drugs.

Teach, Learn, Share

educated joyful intuitive vessels

What I Can Share with Hosts

What I Can Offer as a Guest:
As a seasoned traveler and tech professional, I bring a unique blend of skills and experiences to share:

Tech Insights: With my Silicon Valley background, I can offer fascinating discussions on the latest tech trends, AI developments, or even help troubleshoot tech issues.
Culinary Adventures: I love cooking and can whip up a delicious europena-inspired meal or introduce you to some C fusion dishes I've perfected over the years.
Language Exchange: I practice a number of languages h and have picked up conversational Spanish and Italian and basic Russian and Portugese . I'm always eager to practice or help with language learning.
Photography Skills: I'm an amateur photographer and would be happy to capture some great shots of your neighborhood or help improve your Instagram game.
Professional Networking: If you're in tech or business, I'd be glad to connect you with my extensive network in Silicon Valley and beyond.
Cultural Exchange: With my diverse background, I can share unique perspectives on Irish, British, and American cultures.
Mindfulness Practice: I'm a certified meditation instructor and can guide short sessions if you're interested in stress relief techniques.

Countries I’ve Lived In

Australia, Germany, Italy, Mexico, Portugal, United Kingdom, United States

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