CURRENT MISSION

To be mindful, engaged, and meet others across the globe in order to broaden my experience.

ABOUT ME

I'm a native San Franciscan who has spent extensive both living and traveling abroad. Having gained a number of ex-pat friends overseas, I'm constantly eager to meet foreigners and trade life experiences.

I think people would describe me as funny, sincere, and a someone who appreciates a great conversation.

PHILOSOPHY

Simply to reflect and grow to whatever degree possible. Try to keep in mind that everything is in flux and all things pass (despite how you're feeling in the moment). I find it hard to take my own advice sometimes, but I strive to achieve it.

Interests

I'm an avid hiker and enjoy escaping outdoors and exploring the trails of Northern California. I lived in Japan for two years and try to immerse myself in other cultures to whatever degree possible. I've made it a point to travel extensively in the last few years (Scandinavia, Southeast Asia, Peru, etc...)and will continue the trend this year by traveling to Nairobi, Kenya for my best friend's wedding. My other hobbies include reading (fiction, mainly) and performing stand-up comedy.

• running
• reading
• traveling
• outdoor activities
• hiking
• rock climbing
• mountains

Music, Movies, and Books

Movies (directors): Coen Brothers, Terrance Malick, Tarantino, Wes Anderson, etc...

Books: City of Thieves, The Sisters Brothers, Behind the Beautiful Forevers, The Forever War

Music: John Prine, Mason Jennings, Jessica Lea Mayfield, Amos Lee, The Avett Brothers, Joe Purdy

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

Watching the sun rise on the summit of Mount Fuji; spending a week at Burning Man; climbing the Andes Mountains in Peru; etc...

Teach, Learn, Share

I can teach anyone Chi Running.

Countries I’ve Visited

Austria, Cambodia, China, Denmark, Finland, Peru, Philippines, South Korea, Sweden, Thailand, Viet Nam

Countries I’ve Lived In

Japan