About me? Well, you could describe me as an aficionado of science and litterature, though I'm not an avid reader, I really enjoy a quiet moment with the musings of a writer. I also enjoy playing chess and having thoughtful conversations with new people. In my leisure time, I usually watch conferences as I am fond of new ideas and the latest discoveries in the scientific world.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

I love meeting new people, one can miss so much alone, and there is a great deal to learn from different people. Everybody can benefit from a fructuous community such as Couchsurfing's.

Interests

• books
• documentaries
• movies
• music
• sports
• gaming
• playing chess

Music, Movies, and Books

Favourite books:

- Crime and punishement by Fyodor Dostoyevsky
- La chute by Albert Camus
- The importance of being Earnest by Oscar Wilde
- Pride and prejudice by Jane Austen
- Time Reborn by Lee Smolin
- L'ignorance by Milan Kundera

Favourite movies:

All of Wes Anderson's movies
All of Quentin Tarantino movies, although if I were to pick one it would the Inglorious Basterds
Christopher Nolan's movies, Se7en, The departed and some of Studio Ghiblis' movies.

And since we're talking about cinema, why not share my favorite tvshows with you:

All time favourite Westworld
Second place belongs to Rick & Morty - the amount of inner turmoil the latter mitigates is incredible
Third place goes to Game of Thrones
Fourth place to House of Cards

And of course, sherlock holmes and others that I have not mentioned, you may dislike some of the aforesaid and it's understandable each one of us likes a specific work of art because it heals a part of him at a precise moment of his life, that's why tastes change and never stay the same. If they do, you are in a comfort zone, so you better get out of there as soon as possible to feel free! Or at least, get the illusion of it;)

Favourite music:

Classical music, Rap music, Folk, Indie and Rock, and last but not least epic mountain's works.

Examples of songs and music that helps me reach a peaceful state:

Danit - Naturaleza (Mose Edit)
Baloji - Peau de Chagrin / Bleu de Nuit
Michelle Gurevich - Lovers are Strangers
Chapelier Fou - Philémon
Jonathan Bree - You're so cool
Nujabes - Feather
Schubert Piano Trio!!!!

Many many more that we can discover together.

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

I mean, this isn't amazing, but what else can I share :/ ? I did the comfort zone challenge at the airport in France. The look on people's face was worth the risk of being marched on!

One day I tried to jump off a cliff right into the sea, I did the beginner's mistake of not checking how high the cliff was (nor how deep the water is), they say you should try your instincts and that's exactly what I did. You know how you get a big pump of adrenaline in your blood when you see an opportunity of trying something new and deep inside, you realise that if you cower then you'll miss something you probably might regret not trying 10 years from now? Well that's how I felt at that moment, as a result, I was thoughtless, I ended up jumping in a weird shape position it's like I was anesthesised in the air, because once I saw how high the cliff actually was, I froze flying in the air, and hit the water with my great absent abs!

Teach, Learn, Share

I can teach how to play chess, hmmm.. what else is there... ? I can cook some Moroccan food, and I say some because usually it's above my cooking skills. I would love to learn to play an instrument, it's been a dream since I've become aware of how music is made, and probably other things that didn't come up to my mind. I would love to share my experiences with others and I love to help if I can, I love listening to what troubles people as I find great joy in helping others learn more about themselves just by giving them a new perspective on things. I am a listener at this great website where people can get help whenever they need, and for free!

You can check up my profile over here: https://www.7cups.com/@SaadMel

What I Can Share with Hosts

I can't host anyone at the moment, but I'm thinking of changing the appartment next year to get more space to host people. It's gonna be amazing!

You know it's not that I'm not accepting guests, it's that currently I am unable to, not that I wouldn't love to! Come on CS developers, can't you be more compassionate and add another option for the aspiring souls out there?

Countries I’ve Visited

France, Morocco, Russian Federation

Countries I’ve Lived In

Morocco, Russian Federation