I grew up on a remote hill where my parents regenerated a piece of degraded land, a forest, and thus a small stream. They always wanted to start a school where children learn to live and let live. Since convincing other parents about education beyond textbooks and certificates, they could never actually start that school the way they wanted. I was lucky, I got to learn life to its fullest. :) Obviously, I got no formal education, but I have learned enough to live and let live happily. (By the way, this means learning more, learning relevant, and keep on learning.)

Currently, I am working as a Web developer in a not-for-profit. My partner and I tried to create a learning space for everyone on the same remote hill. We used our income and time for the same. It didn't work out the way we envisaged. Currently, my three little blessings, Hiranya(13), Parthan(10), and Chinmayi(7), and I stay together. They too are learning life using all possible opportunities.

I travel for learning new things. This year I am planning to travel for learning more about outdoor learning and Forest Schooling.

(I haven't done my paid verification because $60 is a bit steep when converted to my currency and I don't travel that often)

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

To meet people from other countries and cultures.
To talk with people with a different perspective so that I get clarity on ideas.
If possible cook and share one or two meals/recipes with the hosts. :)

(I am no master chef. I know a few Indian items and I know them pretty well)

Interests

I believe art and culture are languages beyond borders. Education is the practice of life and kids need an updated system that helps them to live and let live. I am learning more about this.

Tech, used in a sustainable way, can help people. I learn it not just for my work, it excites my head and heart.
I grew up learning how to make grass-thatched houses. Now I work on wood, bamboo, and mud constructions in our future campus.

I grew up in a culture where dance is mostly only for performance, not for relaxation. I hope to forget my inhibitions and learn to dance like normal someday.

• culture
• architecture
• education
• technology
• music
• art
• dance
• live concerts
• wordpress

Music, Movies, and Books

Music:
Indian light and classical music.
Adele

Movies:
(Many Indian Movies)
A Beautiful Mind
Children of Heaven
Hanna
The Help
and a lot more!

Books:
Ishamael
Bury my heart at wounded knee
One River (by Wade Davis)
Genome
A stone for Danny Fisher (Maybe silly, but this is my favourite!)
Journey of Man
Never let me go

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

Visiting a forest near Nantes, France. I felt like the ancient souls or maybe the trees or the forest itself were talking to me. I was overwhelmed with that experience.

Teach, Learn, Share

Teach
A few Indian recipes
Appreciate South Indian classical music or dance, maybe a few other art forms. (I don't do any of these, but I am an educated audience)
If you have land, then watershed management, natural regeneration techniques etc.

Learn
Languages
Dancing for relaxation
Tech
Architecture

What I Can Share with Hosts

I can teach you some basic computer skills, help you with setting up a website, or can give you a hand with your kids.

Countries I’ve Visited

France, Hong Kong, Malaysia, Netherlands, Portugal, Qatar, Sweden, Turkey

Countries I’ve Lived In

India