I'd rather not just list my "good qualities", if you will. As that honestly gives me some odd infomercial vibes. See, I am not a product. And definitely not for sale. :)

Let's just mention some basic facts, and you'll make all of the conclusions needed. I love giving people the freedom of choice and decisions.... I guess here comes the first one!
I travel alone. I want to give at least as much as I receive whether it's my stories, my love, respect or simple house hold help. I believe in humanity and compassion, I believe in equality and animal rights. I am a vegan and I'm most likely to refuse drinking alcohol and smoking. (But I love all kinds of having fun that doesn't involve intoxication, watching movies or hiking the mountains - I'm in!)
I was raised as a rather modest person when it comes to my feelings, I choose words very carefully and don't make false promises, so rest assured if I did say something about how I feel or think, it is 101% true:)
Still, I love so many things and I smile A LOT during the day. I am an emotional listener and storyteller and very opened about what's on my mind. Honesty, I believe, is a key to communication, so always feel free to share your thoughts, opinions or ask some questions :)
Also, I'm bad at self-advertising, as I mentioned, so the best way to get to know me is to actually interact with me ( who would have thought!!)
Thank you for stopping by and spending your time on me! ☀️

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Welcome!

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

For me Couchsurfing is definitely not about accommodation. I want to find beautiful open-minded people that love traveling as much as I do. I want to be a part of something that doesn't exist for the sake of money in the 21st century. I want to give and to receive, exchange, explore, learn and discover. I want to share my freedom without loosing it, make memories all around the world instead of living in a world of memories.

Interests

• culture
• books
• theater
• fitness
• yoga
• traveling
• music
• piano
• hiking
• vegan food
• health and fitness

Music, Movies, and Books

I love songs just like I love people. The ones that touch something in my soul become my favorites. Classic bands, heavy metal, post rock, pop music: you can find almost everything in my playlist:)
Books I highly recommend: One flew over the cuckoo's nest by Ken Kesey, The book Thief by Marcus Zusak, MACBETH by William Shakespeare, The Portrait of Dorian Grey by Oscar Wilde, Flowers for Algernon by Daniel Keyes, The green mile by Stephen King, literally anything written by Ray Bradbury, same with Remarque.

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

Rescued three dogs, one cat and a turtle ( fun story btw).
Currently volunteering at the animal shelter for abandoned dogs near Moscow City.
Went to summer school in Ireland when I was 14, alone, being the only Russian speaking person in the whole school and without knowing a single word in English ✌🏼️

What I Can Share with Hosts

My respect.
Respect and honesty are very important. If you accept me as a guest in your house you can be sure that I will treat you, your friends, family and everything you own with the amount of respect I'd want for myself.
House hold chores help.
If you'll need me to help you on a kitchen or with cleaning - not a problem. As long as I have a good company and a nice person to help to - it's my pleasure.
I'm yet not too good at cooking, but I'm really good at trying to cook 😄 it's fun, so if you're into that or if you'll ask me to cook something - I'll definitely try my best 👌🏼
If you own a piano - I can show you couple of simple Russian melodies 🎶
I'll try to read your future on your palms 👐🏼

Countries I’ve Visited

Belgium, China, Czech Republic, Finland, France, Georgia, Germany, Ireland, Kazakhstan, Latvia, Netherlands, Russian Federation, Spain, Thailand, Ukraine

Countries I’ve Lived In

Ireland, Russian Federation, Ukraine