I am a recovering social worker turned yoga therapist. My specialties are showing people how gentle movement linked to the breath can change one’s relationship to chronic pain, trauma, insomnia, depression and anxiety.
I have been married for 30 years to the same dear man that I met when he was traveling in Australia. I have two adult children and a senior in high school. We all like to travel and have been to 60 countries between us. We also love doing yoga together.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

I am intrigued and delighted by the concept. I guess when I travelled extensively in the 80s, Couchsurfing was more informal then. But I have been the happy recipient of many people’s hospitality around the world. As a way to give back, I have offered my home and my network to many strangers. It has indeed made my life richer.

Interests

Reading, walking/hiking, yoga, writing, cooking and traveling.

• thrift shopping
• walking in nature
• cooking and eating
• reading and writing
• traveling the world
• therapeutic yoga

Music, Movies, and Books

I enjoy many genres of music including classical, jazz, folk. I like historical movies that give an in-depth look at a person or an era. A book I am currently reading is “Acedia & Me” by Kathleen Norris - it is utterly compelling - a cross between theology, mental health and suicidal tendencies.

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

Dived on the Great Barrier Reef

Teach, Learn, Share

I am a life long learner. I just got my MA at 54. I love helping others to travel and plan their travels and/or figure out how they will fund their travels by the specific lifestyle choices they make. I think living simply with a small ‘footprint’ is key to a contented life. I will teach a basic yoga class (on a mat or a chair) pretty much anywhere, anytime. Anyone can benefit from learning basic body and breath anatomy.

What I Can Share with Hosts

I am very low maintenance. I like to talk and share but I also like companionable silence. I don’t need to be entertained.

Countries I’ve Visited

Andorra, Australia, Bahamas, Canada, China, England, France, Greece, Hong Kong, Iceland, India, Israel, Italy, Jamaica, Mexico, Nepal, New Zealand, Palestine, Philippines, Puerto Rico, Russian Federation, Scotland, Singapore, Spain, Switzerland, Thailand, United Kingdom, United States, Virgin Islands, U.S., Wales

Countries I’ve Lived In

Australia, England, United States