I am a lively and thoughtful person. My curiosity often leads me to exciting experiences. I currently view the world through the lens of my PhD, which has led me to discover a great passion: the world of autism. I enjoy researching and teaching, regardless of the activity in question. The piano has accompanied me throughout my life, and it is perhaps the mirror in which I can see myself the longest, along with the face of the sunset and the presence of the sea. What I like most about the piano is improvisation and the dialogue between different styles.
I am constantly seeking meaningful friendships and learning new things about the world and humanity. Among the most important references in my life are my family and, in particular, my sisters.
I appreciate sharing, generosity and honesty. I therefore enjoy cooking, playing sports, playing games and chatting with friends. I travel a lot, but not necessarily far. My current life is divided between Bayonne (Basque Country, France) and Geneva (Switzerland), on a monthly basis.
I love languages, whether learning or teaching them, with all that this implies in terms of cultural differences. Windsurfing is a great passion of mine and I dream of the day when I can devote more time to sailing on the open sea.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

I'm on Couchsurfing because I like travelling, meeting welcoming people, making new friends, hosting those who are curious to discover the city where I live, and getting to know other cities through the eyes of those who live there.

Interests

• reading
• traveling
• music
• windsurfing
• sailing
• anthropology
• teaching
• science
• dance
• social justice
• feminism
• peace
• community
• acrobatics
• autism
• swing dance
• music improvisation

Music, Movies, and Books

I don't think it makes sense to choose just one favourite. But I'll give a few examples of what fascinates me.

Music: “The Sage” (from Pictures at an Exhibition) by Emerson Lake and Palmer, Mahler's First Symphony, “Il coyote” by Lucio Dalla, listening to Brad Mehldau improvise.

Films: ‘Mon oncle’ by Jacques Tati, ‘La ricotta’ by Pasolini, ‘Azur et Asmar’ by Ocelot, ‘Monster’ by Kore-eda, the films of Werner Herzog...

Books: ‘Il libro degli errori’ by Rodari, ‘Un Amore’ by Buzzati, “Disgrace” by Coetzee, ‘Beloved’ by Morrison, scenes drawn by Sempé

Teach, Learn, Share

I enjoy teaching and learning. In particular, I enjoy passing on the basics for entering the world of my passions, such as windsurfing and piano. I want to learn about the world, societies, and ways of perceiving experiences.

What I Can Share with Hosts

We can chat, visit urban and natural places, play games indoors or outdoors, play sports together, play music, go to the cinema or eat or drink out, cook together...

Countries I’ve Visited

Germany, Iceland, Mexico, Norway, Portugal, United Kingdom

Countries I’ve Lived In

France, Italy, Spain, Switzerland