We live in a crazy chaotic world that is in constant fluctuation, and I think it's my duty to learn as much about it as I can. Studying only got me so far, but through firsthand experiences a fuller picture can more easily emerge. I am seeking to create dialogues with all people about any and all topics. Only through a productive dialogue can we grow and develop properly as a global society.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

I'm on Couchsurfing because I think one of the best way to learn about a place is through the people who live there. So, this seems like an easy way to meet locals before even getting to a place. Although hostels are a good way to meet people, often the people staying there are as clueless as I am about the real local spots, and hostels often just offer the mainstream tourist spots (I'm looking to really discover unique places to get closer to cultures around the world).

Interests

• photography
• music festivals
• yoga
• live music
• electronic music
• hiking
• scuba diving
• rock climbing
• swimming
• film photography
• stargazing
• videography
• slacklining
• acro yoga
• video production
• street photography

Music, Movies, and Books

A few of my favorites:

Music: Lotus, Dispatch, Earth Wind & Fire, Beirut, Bonobo, Flying Lotus, Lettuce, The Talking Heads

Movies: Whiplash, Fight Club, Cloud Atlas, Apocalypse Now, 10 Things I Hate About You, Stand By Me, Pulp Fiction, Spirited Away

Books: 1984, To Kill a Mockingbird, 1Q84, Lord of the Flies, Slaughterhouse 5, Game of Thrones

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

While hanging out at the second annual climbing competition in Guilin, China I surprised myself by slacklining for 40 continuous minutes without touching the ground. Now prior to this day if anyone had asked me how long I thought I could stay on a slackline I would have said maybe five minutes. But after watching one man (who did not fit the stereotype of athletic) go before me and stay on the line for 25 minutes I knew that I should to challenge myself and see what I could really do. 40 minutes later I stepped off the line completely surprised with myself and a bit sweaty.

What I Can Share with Hosts

I am up for nearly anything, and ready to share any knowledge I have including:

- slacklining (currently have a small travel size one)
- acro yoga (partner acrobatic yoga, super fun!)
- rock climbing (not an advanced climber but a fun climber)
- scuba diving (I'm a certified PADI Instructor)

I've also spent the last 2 and a half years living in southeast China and exploring southeast Asia. Ready to share any an all firsthand knowledge that I have about my experiences.

Countries I’ve Visited

Cambodia, China, Thailand

Countries I’ve Lived In

Chile, India, Indonesia, Laos, Malaysia, Nepal, Philippines, Uganda, Viet Nam