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Overview

  • 7 references 5 Confirmed & Positive
  • Fluent in Chinese, English, Indonesian, Malay; learning Arabic, French, Korean
  • 38, Male
  • Member since 2014
  • Erasmus Master Student
  • Master of Dance Anthropology / Bachelor of Cultural Studi...
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About Me

I am a very interesting person who is a little shy but once I am comfortable you will find me to be a very personable person.

I am someone who loves nature and would love to spend time with friends watching the stars and appreciating the beauty of the world.

I have my own blog that I update often: http://www.soulfullythoughtful.blogspot.com

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

I would like to meet people and make new people.

I've relatively lived a life that is very sheltered and would really like to add spice to my life by meeting interesting individuals of the world.

I am grateful now that I have the opportunity to travel Europe since I am studying in France now. I am well travelled in Southeast Asia since I am Singaporean but I think there is more out there. So Europe, I hope you would accept me with open arms.

Interests

I am professional dancer and choreographer in traditional Southeast Asian Dance.

I love to read and write poems. Yes, I am quite the sentimental person but I am accommodating and understanding of people from all walks of life.

I attribute this open-mindedness of mine to my parents who taught me to love people for who they truly are regardless of faith, religion, sexual inclination or political views.

Furthermore the exposure I received while living as an international student in Australia was truly integral in re-shaping my world view: I am a first and foremost, a humanist and I demonstrate my love for humanity in my dance creations.

  • poetry
  • beauty
  • dancing
  • dining
  • cooking
  • traveling
  • volunteer work
  • socializing
  • blogging
  • religion
  • volunteering

Music, Movies, and Books

Comedy, Animation Movies. Ok, ok, I like romantic movies too. Haha!

World Music, I love listening music from everywhere particularly if its music which reflects traditions and heritage.

Currently reading: George Orwell, 1984 / Animal Farm;

The sort of books I read range from topics dealing with peace studies, anthropology, dance research, international relations, comparative religions and performing arts research.

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

Find it difficult to highlight one:

Volunteer work in Zamboanga, Philippines.

I choreographed a flashmob in Singapore to promote Kindness.

Teach, Learn, Share

I cook Southeast Asian food well, although it might be a tad spicy for some.

I can teach you simple dances from my region.

Cultural Exchange ultimately! I am always keen to learn something new!

What I Can Share with Hosts

Intellectual and entertaining conversations.

But as much as I am someone who entertains, I am also a listener. It is always great to listen stories from my hosts and their experiences!

There is so much we can learn from having conversations.

Ultimately, what I can offer you is assurance that I will respect you and the place you have provided me to stay: my eternal friendship :)

Countries I’ve Visited

Andorra, Australia, Brunei Darussalam, Indonesia, Japan, Malaysia, Monaco, Morocco, Netherlands, New Zealand, Philippines, Portugal, Spain, Switzerland, Thailand, United Kingdom, United States, Viet Nam

Countries I’ve Lived In

Australia, France, Norway

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