CURRENT MISSION

Meeting other creative souls.

ABOUT ME

I'm an audiophile, writer, horologist, and part-time kindergarten teacher. Back when I still resided in the States, I performed guitar in a pop-punk band called 'Eve of Triumph.' I've since transitioned to playing fingerstyle and acoustic rock, but I never neglect my ukulele, which has stuck with me through some incredible journeys.

You can get an idea of the music I'm currently writing by visiting my SoundCloud page:

https://soundcloud.com/fallenhopes

And for those interested in exploring trending news articles, opinion pieces, and independent journalism, my website is located at:

https://www.athoughtspot.com

I'm fairly easy to get along with. Most people would describe me as being both talkative and opinionated, but I tend to avoid unnecessary arguments. Life's too short to spend your time drowning in negativity.

You can also follow me on Twitter or Instagram @ ProjectEsuna.

PHILOSOPHY

Although I'm an atheist, I have many deep spiritual beliefs. I believe it's important to take a vacation from the mass delusion we all indulge in regularly; to open our eyes and feel a connection with the Earth and its place in the cosmos.

"When we no longer see the self as self, what do we have left to fear?" - 老子

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

HOW I PARTICIPATE IN COUCHSURFING

I enjoy making new friends from different parts of the globe, showing people around my city, and listening to travel experiences and stories of personal growth.

WHY I'M ON COUCHSURFING

I hope to meet new friends and have interesting discussions. I mostly stay in hotels while traveling, but I'd love to learn more about different cultures, foods, and beliefs.

COUCHSURFING EXPERIENCE

I've met some unique and interesting people through CS.

Interests

Apart from what you've already read, it might be interesting to learn that my OCD often leads me to splurging on unnecessary items, as I quickly form new obsessions.

Recently, I've begun collecting various rocks and crystals for no reason other than to admire their aesthetic traits.

I guess there are far worse vices to be locked into.

Music, Movies, and Books

Movies: OldBoy, Fearless, V for Vendetta, The Crow, Confessions, The Man from Nowhere, Bruce Lee (all films), Ringu, Ju-on, Kairo, Okuribito, Miyazaki films, etc;

Music: Everclear, Bright Eyes, Pedro The Lion, Dropkick Murphys, Brand New, Taking Back Sunday, Anti-Flag, Green Day, Atreyu, Avenged Sevenfold, Johnny Cash, Weezer, System of a Down, Rodrigo y Gabriela, Beirut, Alkaline Trio, The Cure, The Ramones, Blink 182, Boxcar Racer, Angels & Airwaves, The Beach Boys, etc;

Books: Everything by Hunter S. Thompson, Anne Rice's Vampire Chronicles, H.P. Lovecraft's Stories, Velocity by Dean Koontz, Fight Club, A Confederacy of Dunces, The Time Machine by H.G. Wells etc;

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

I will always remember the way that Saipan looked upon my first arrival. Such a tiny, beautiful mass of land in the middle of nowhere...

The sky was clear with just a light, powdery shade of blue -- interrupted only occasionally by the presence of enormous, towering clouds which lay atop the crystal clear water of the Pacific.

Amazing.

Teach, Learn, Share

If you'd like to discuss creative writing, music composition, or just need help with learning English, then feel free to reach out and send me a message.

What I Can Share with Hosts

Any skills that I possess.

Countries I’ve Visited

Cambodia, China, Hong Kong, Japan, Laos, Malaysia, Northern Mariana Islands, Taiwan, Thailand, United States

Countries I’ve Lived In

China, Hong Kong, Northern Mariana Islands, Taiwan, Thailand, United States