I teach in London ON, while finishing my PhD in English. I'm also teaching at a college and loving it.
I'd describe myself as good-humoured, easygoing, educated, active, healthy, spontaneous, and open-minded.
I enjoy nature and the company of people who are open and genuine.
I care about social justice matters and movements and support them however I can.

I think people should share good times together more often. Life's too damn short!

PS I've been away from Couchsurfing for a while and just got back. Hope to meet some cool people here!

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

I find the underlying idea of Couchsurfinig interesting and practical. It reminds us that travelling is not all about getting from one point to the other or just about consumerist tourism -which involves booking best reviewed hotels and visiting the most famous places without even venturing to experience the local life and culture.

For me couch-surfing opens a window to connecting with people, taking interest in their culture and lifestyle, without any expectations. It is about making a human connection.

Interests

I'm into literature and art. I enjoy sports and work-out-- volleyball, badminton, biking, hiking, etc. I like being outdoors, going to beach, wandering into nature and getting lost in trails!
I enjoy movies and books too, but a bit picky with those.

• arts
• culture
• books
• literature
• human rights
• exercise
• drinking
• movies
• traveling
• outdoor activities
• cycling
• hiking
• kayaking
• sports
• volleyball
• badminton
• tourism
• beaches
• nature
• sushi

Music, Movies, and Books

There are a few.
I like these directors: Jim Jarmusch, Quentin Tarantino, David Cronenberg, Theo Angellopolous, Martin Scorsese, and Christopher Nolan. There are others of course.

With books I enjoy fiction that ventures into the darkest corners of human mind or questions the normal everyday reality: Edgar Alan Poe, Herman Melville, William Burroughs, Nathanael West, and countless others.

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

Yeah I've done one amazing thing or two. The bucket-list is not all checked off though!

What I Can Share with Hosts

I can share stories about my trips, I can share a drink or a dessert, I can cook Persian food, and we can all share a good time.

I live in a one-bedroom and have enough space for one depending on my life schedule. Get in touch and I'll try to help.

Countries I’ve Visited

Canada, Iran, Turkey

Countries I’ve Lived In

Canada, Iran