I'm a herbalist, wilderness therapist, and HeartMath coach living on the West coast of Scotland with my family. I'm currently working on a PhD and running a campsite (www.badrallach.com) where will be running nature-based retreats and creating an "Integral Health Centre." I love hiking, sailing, meditation, cooking (when not rushed), brewing beer, and many other things...

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

Thought it might be an interesting way to meet people while on trips.

Interests

• writing
• music
• hiking
• backpacking
• sailing
• nature
• wilderness
• alternative medicine
• herbal medicine
• herbalism
• natural medicine
• creative writing
• heartmath
• wilderness therapy

Music, Movies, and Books

Pink Floyd, Santana, Yes, Dire Straits, Mark Knopfler, Allman Brothers, Miles, Coltrane, Jazz, Blues, John Mclaughlin (especially Shakti) and classical Indian and Chinese music. My favourite authors are Dan Simmons, David Zindell, David Brin, Gregory Benford (the sci fi list goes on!). Also love Tolkien and Donaldson, as well as a variety of other fantasy authors.

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

In 1999 I hike the Appalachian Trail. 2172 miles.

Teach, Learn, Share

I love teaching about herbal medicine, and sharing my skills, perspectives and practices as a wilderness therapist and HeartMath biofeedback coach.

What I Can Share with Hosts

Interested in learning emotional self-regulation and stress-management skills using HRV biodfeedback techniques?

Countries I’ve Visited

Costa Rica, France, Gambia, Greece, Guatemala, Guinea, Hungary, Italy, Senegal, South Korea, Spain, United States

Countries I’ve Lived In

Côte d'Ivoire, France, Guinea, Scotland, South Korea, United States