CURRENT MISSION

Embracing the unknown

ABOUT ME

I was born and raised in Philadelphia, lived in New York City for the past 5 years, and now live as a citizen of the world vagabonding throughout Europe. I've recently graduated from NYU with a degree in Public Health and Urban Design and left my job as an Environmental Scientist/Industrial Hygienist to pursue the abundant opportunities the world has to offer.

Currently I'm taking the time explore myself and life's journey - wherever that takes me. At some point, I'll merge my passions of helping others and improving quality of life into a career (perhaps through physical or occupational therapy?)

PHILOSOPHY

"Limitations live only in our minds. But if we use our imaginations, our possibilities become endless" Jamie Paolinetti

"The greatest mistake you can make in life is to be continually fearing you will make one" Elbert Hubbard

"I'm scared of failure all the time, but I'm not scared enough to stop trying" Ronda Rousey

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

HOW I PARTICIPATE IN COUCHSURFING

I am a mindful traveller hoping to develop the best understanding of the culture, people, and essence of each city I visit - how better to do that than through those who live there?!

Interests

Lifelong learning | Meeting people |Being active (running, hiking, yoga, weight training, climbing... anything that involves being outside) | Food, nutrition and cooking | Mindfulness | Appreciating nature | Thrill seeking | Working with children | Festivals and Concerts | Travel

I love all things that allow me to challenge myself - whether that's conquering huge fears or simply trying new things. I'm a bit of a thrill seeker/adrenaline junkie and enjoy all things spontaneous! I'm ready for anything and always down for an adventure. I love laughing, sharing stories, and any opportunity to explore and develop a deep connection with people. I wear my heart on my sleeve and can live without small talk; I prefer being open and getting to know who people truly are.

• culture
• design
• perfumes
• concerts
• festivals
• dining
• cooking
• desserts
• yoga
• running
• traveling
• socializing
• hiking
• rock climbing
• science

Music, Movies, and Books

BOOKS
The Heart of Darkness, James Conrad | The Things They Carried, Tim O'Brien | The Wisdom of Insecurity, Alan Watts | Vagabonding: An Uncommon Guide to the Art of Long-Term World Travel, Rolf Potts | Wild: From Lost to Found on the Pacific Crest Trail, Cheryl Strayed | "4 Hour" series, Tim Ferriss | Le Petit Prince, Antoine de Saint-Exupery

MOVIES (just a few favorites)
Man on Wire | American Beauty | Requiem for a Dream | Fight Club | Donnie Darko | Into the Wild | Chef | Her | The Royal Tannenbaums | Boondock Saints

MUSIC
Trance, Deep House, Techno, Nu Disco, Electroswing, Alternative Rock, Indie Rock, Ambient (but I really do enjoy a bit of everything, each genre has its merits)

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

"Amazing" is a bit subjective, let's chat and swap stories instead

What I Can Share with Hosts

I would love to share in the beautiful experience of preparing and enjoying a meal together. If the appropriate ingredients can be located, I can make some homemade Vietnamese/South East inspired dishes (showing off my mother's heritage - she's from Vietnam) or healthy but delectable meals and desserts.

Countries I’ve Visited

Aruba, Austria, Belgium, Canada, Croatia, Denmark, France, Germany, Honduras, Italy, Jamaica, Mexico, Netherlands, Saint Martin (French part), Sint Maarten (Dutch part), Slovenia, Sweden, Switzerland

Countries I’ve Lived In

United States