CURRENT MISSION

to uplift and inspire every person that i come into contact with

ABOUT ME

ealer. Messenger. Catalyst. Believer. Creator. Expresser. Giver. Lover. Romantic. Adept explorer of inner truth. Seeker of Harmony. Musician. Genuine. Good hugger. Soul connector. Strength finder. Opinion seeker. Vibrant Artist. Appreciator. Spirit. Feeler. Adventurer. Mountaineer. River Man. Culturalist. Sweat Lodge Ceremony Singer. Appreciator of the limitless bounds of our reality. Meditator. Paraglider. hiker. Relisher in the glow of your vivid imagination. I have many interests. I would believe that through growth as a person and contribution will bring me the life that I deserve. I love appreciating the smell of the mountains in the early sunrise. Sitting in states of such intense presence that my entire experience of reality trancends what I once believed to be reality. the limiting levels that I once knew to be life. My intention is to recreate levels of unimagineable contentment and connection In every opportunity. I can get so inspired at the simplest things in life, and forget all of my challenges in the face of something that moves me. ------------------------------ ------------------------------ ------------------------------ ------------------------------ ----------------- I love experiencing the touch of healing hands in massage, I love to be a healing presence through various means even more, whether it be giving massage, or just listening to something that needs to be said. "No man or woman can heal another, they can only heal themselves until their presence is healing." I strive to be that healing presence, to light up everyone around me. ------------------------------ ------------------------------ ------------------------------ ------------------------------ --------------------- -- I have recognized and integrated the healing power of human contact through massage therapy and Shiatsu. I am constantly refining my ability to feel and move energy through my massage, acupressure, and with my intentions. and have completed my level 1 Reiki Attunement. (That's Energy Work) check "reiki.org" for more info. I suuround myself with people whom are uplifting and inspiring. This brings about unmistakable synchronicity in my life. If I can help any other person in a big way, that energy that I give out always comes back to me 100 fold. I believe and live by the premise that the secret to fufillment is in what you give. You might not be surprised when I get out of my car in East LA to give a homeless woman a hug. Thats me. People might say its so kind, but these things make me feel good inside. This feeling of openness to the possibilities that no one person is any better than another. The feeling of connection as i realize that from one perspective, I am no different than any person in need. I strive to expand myself through understanding the world around me, Soon I start studying for a bachelors in Interdisciplinary studies at California Institute for Integral Studies, and I plan to continue on to a masters program and beyond, in something. This Interdisciplinary Studies degree is outlined here "http://www.ciis.edu/academics /bac.html" --I am always listening to audio books, learning about all of the things that facinate me. I take the opportunity to grow whenever possible though this and other media.. to llearn about the things in life that drive me. ------------------------------ ------------------------------ ------------------------------ ------------------------------ ----------------- --I love music.. Just played with a full band yesterday! All improvised- at a great party- got to sing and play guitar! Interested in forming a band. -- Love to cook. Love to provide food to my friends and family, my main focus is in hosting vegetarian potlucks for my closest friends. I have been volunteering at the shine cafe and learning all sorts of vegan recipes. --Optimist: Always choosing the perspective that creates strength and positive momentum. --Love... A seeker. What does it take to satisfy a womans deepest desires? This is one of many goals... --Yoga: big fan- bikrams is a release, and an escape into the everpresent states of higher consiousness. --Extreme sports... Motorcycle riding, Street Luging, Snowboarding, Surfing, Paragliding, Anything that brings me into a state of presence. ------------------------------ ------------------------------ ------------------------------ ------------- --Family: The greatest connection- family first! --Connection: need i say more? Did you ever notice that some people drain your energy just to be around? Well, you may or may not know that some people energize everyone around them with thier presence. I strive to be that shining light, and to surround myself with other beautiful, inspirational people. --Entreprenuer: "The best way to create financial abundance to help others obtain financial abundance" I create business's and help other people attain thier dreams. If you want to start a business, I can help you. ------------------------------ ------------------------------ ------------------------------ --- “I am aware of the power of my thoughts and words, so I am valuing all that I say and think.” -->this quote says alot about my personality.. ------------------------------ ------------------------------ ------------------------------ ------------- “What if we are who we are waiting for?” -->(this is one that I am now working on) ------------------------------ ------------------------------ ------------------------------ ------------- “If you come to me with thirst, I would not give you water, I would only put salt in your mouth to intensify that thirst. Then you would be compelled to find the true source of that which you seek.” Sadaguru -->(Hard to live by the lesson in this one) ------------------------------ ------------------------------ ------------------------------ ------------- “If your going to do something- do it today- because there are only so many tomorrows” Anthony robbins “They should tell everyone when they are born- that they only have one day to live- because then everyone will live every day like it is their last- will live every day fully.” -->Yes. I believe that I must do everything i can to live my life to its fullest. ------------------------------ ------------------------------ ------------------------------ ------------- “If you want security- go to prison. If you want freedom, step up.”--> This is me. I smile at an opportunity to live my life on the edge, to be free. ------------------------------ ------------------------------ ------------------------------ ------------- “Ive always tried to be what others thought i should be, but now i am going to see who i really am” Maslow --> This is one thing i am seeking, who am I. see my blog on lifes paradox's. ------------------------------ ------------------------------ -----------------------------

PHILOSOPHY

I am trying to enjoy the present moment, I am living this day as if it is my last

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

COUCHSURFING EXPERIENCE

7.15.05 - I visited Three Rivers at the base of the Sequoia National Forest, the owner of a large chunk of river front property invited me to stay in the Teepee in trade for working the organic garden an hour a day.. What a deal... I was able to contribute even more through mopping the art gallery before yoga classes and keeping the riverfront clean (the locals like to forget thier beer bottles fdown there)
I enjoyed amazing company, and most of the people i met decided that they liked me instantly.. which lead to my being invited into numerous circles of friends.. including an opportunity to go live in a village in the National Park... which i did.

8.12.05 - San Francisco - Met up with a friend from myspace.. we hung out and just talked at her home.. then visited the cafe gratitude.. one of the most unique and instantly sucessful cafe's in the city

8.14.04.. Just found a wonderful person, riding my bike through the city, and enjoyed the company of her roommates during a wonderful dinner party.. she took me into her home, and I was able to contribute by doing massage work on her and her rommies.. They made dinner, and we had wine and ben and jerries for dessert. All of the energy that I put into massage was returned.. though that was absolutly not expected or necessary... What goes around comes around i guess.

Interests

I love to play guitar, Sing, Surf, Snowboard, laugh, play, be. I love to light people up, make them smile. I strive to live life to its fullest. I love nature and alternative medicine, especially the healing modalities. I love being me, sitting in contemplation, feeling all of the feelings that arise. Living. To be alive is the greatest gift. And just to be here, and be breathing, and thinking, and feeling, and knowing. Just to be. I am not religious but open to anything. I have my views and respect yours. I have no hatred or resentment, only love and forgiveness. I am a manifestation of pure love and respect for everything and everone that is arising

• arts
• books
• singing
• dining
• cooking
• recipes
• wine
• beer
• vegetarian
• vegan
• yoga
• massage therapy
• partying
• house parties
• gardening
• blogging
• music
• guitar
• blues
• cycling
• hiking
• adventure races
• mountaineering
• surfing
• skydiving
• snowboarding
• sports
• paragliding
• extreme sports
• business
• communications
• medicine
• volunteering
• rivers
• mountains

Music, Movies, and Books

movies: what the bleep, waking life,
books: Ken wilber, Eckhart Tolle,Robbins, Chopra, Weil, Don juan, Don Miguel Ruiz etc.

Music... Too many.. Dave Matthews band. John mayer. Jack Johnson, Santana, megan slankard, One Giant Leap, Eric Clapton, The Cranberries, All of the KFOG albums, Van Morrison, J turtle etc.. I love to Play and listen to live Jazz, Funk, Soul, Blues, Folk rock etc.

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

I have meditated amongst the Big Redwood Trees in the Forest..

Climbed a mammoth fallen tree and sang my heart out.

Sang and danced in the center of a powerfully energized drum circle in 3 rivers

Played the Blues with a Powerful Blues Band and actually kept up... even contributing some vocals...

Surfed a 10+ foot swell at Morro Bay Rock, CA

Learned to Paraglide at Morro Rock CA

Packed a parachute for a skydiver

Went Skinny dipping in the middle of one of the most prestigious Santa Barbara house parties, with 2 beautiful women.. and then got left behind by my "friends"!

Cliff dived in Kuaii

Countries I’ve Visited

United States

Countries I’ve Lived In

Argentina, United States