I consider myself an open-minded, easygoing, and calm person. I am on a perpetual journey to learn new things, have my perceptions challenged, and spread good around the world. I also have a wandering spirit and enjoy traveling to ground myself.

Although I am a positive person who enjoys chats, my natural inclination is towards being chill and observant. So all in all, if I was an animal, I'd be a slightly broody cat who disappears in search of adventure from time to time :P

Also, I am a 2nd grade teacher doing the usual teacher jazz: empowering and supporting young minds!

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

It's fun to meet people and listen to their stories.

Interests

Hiking
Reading
Eating (probably a bit too much)
Sleeping (Again, probably a bit too much)
Art
Coffee
Enjoying life

• arts
• education
• coffee
• reading
• traveling
• socializing
• hiking
• teaching

Music, Movies, and Books

Books and Authors: anything by Haruki Murakami, The Alchemist, Harry Potter, Kazuo Ishiguro, Isabel Allende, Banana Yoshimoto, A Tale for the Time Being, Wicked, Diana Wynne Jones...

Movies and Directors: anything by Studio Ghibli/Hayao Miyazaki, Makoto Shinkai, Hosoda Mamoru, Wes Anderson...

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

I lived and volunteered on a ship for 4 months. We went around the world and learned about peace, human rights, equal and sustainable development, and respect for the environment.

Teach, Learn, Share

Language-wise, I can teach English. I can also hold conversations in both Cantonese and Japanese. I studied Psychology, Public Health, and Education, so I can share conversations on any of those topics. I also love teaching kids, so I work well with children if you happen to have kids.

I'd also love to have conversations around books, travel, beliefs, life philosophies, etc.

What I Can Share with Hosts

Stories, laughs, and memories

Countries I’ve Visited

Argentina, Australia, Austria, Belgium, Brazil, Cambodia, Chile, England, France, French Polynesia, Germany, Hong Kong, Hungary, Indonesia, Italy, Japan, Madagascar, Malaysia, Mauritius, Mexico, Mozambique, Namibia, Netherlands, Peru, Singapore, Slovakia, Solomon Islands, South Africa, South Korea, Taiwan, Thailand, Uruguay, Viet Nam

Countries I’ve Lived In

Australia, Japan, United States