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Overview

  • 7 references 5 Confirmed & Positive
  • Fluent in English; learning Japanese
  • 42, Male
  • Member since 2009
  • Human Being
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  • From Redmond, WA, USA
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About Me

CURRENT MISSION

Learn as much as possible

ABOUT ME

I have had many changes in my personal outlook and interests in my life thus far. At present I am immersed in following and exploring the spiritual paths of hatha and raja yoga. I began practicing asana in early 2013 and have been practicing the Ashtanga style since mid-2014. Meditation practice has come into my life earlier in 2015 and I have been enjoying connecting deeply within myself and exploring different methods.

My primary interest in life these days is to experience as many new things as possible and to learn and grow in love and compassion for all beings. Finding ways in which I can serve others and connect with source is a great joy for me, which also brings challenges as I continue to overcome old habits and find humility.

I don't know where my life is heading, and that's perfect! All I need to do is follow where my heart tells me to go and I trust that the universe will direct me to exactly where I need to go 😌

PHILOSOPHY

My family is all humanity, and my country is the world.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

HOW I PARTICIPATE IN

My experience with CS has been forming a traveling perspective only since I don't stay in one place very long. It's been a blessing to meet and share with all the people I've met on the road and I am so grateful for this community 💖

COUCHSURFING EXPERIENCE

I've now had the pleasure of staying with CSers in Thailand, Florida USA, Australia, and Japan

Interests

Unconditional Love
Wonder
Joy
Authenticity
Non-Violent Communication
Permaculture
Sustainability

  • culture
  • design
  • dining
  • yoga
  • meditation
  • traveling
  • teaching

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

I spent 2 years of my undergraduate studies in Tokyo, Japan in 2009-2010. Taking the time to learn and integrate with the Japanese language and culture was a transformational experience as it was my first time living abroad. Since then I've had trouble staying in one place for more than a year.

Teach, Learn, Share

I have completed a 200 hour yoga teacher training and can offer tips and lessons in basic yoga asana. I also worked as a professional hairdresser for 7 years and am happy to share my skills cutting hair.

I'm interested in learning more about all areas of sustainable food production, such as permaculture and biodynamic farming. I spent 6 months WWOOFing in Hawaii on the island of Maui where I gained a permaculture design certificate, and I would really enjoy sharing and exchanging knowledge and skills in these areas!

If there's something you enjoy and like to share, I'm open to learning about nearly everything 😃

Countries I’ve Visited

Cambodia, Canada, France, Italy, South Korea, Thailand, Viet Nam

Countries I’ve Lived In

Japan, South Korea, United States, Viet Nam

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