Hello, I'm Ryan. I am a writer that is right now mainly focused on spirituality and philosophy.

I have been traveling the U.S. since February of 2018, doing research and collecting stories for a book I am writing on the American religious Experience. I am presently traveling with two other writers, doing a small tour of readings along the east coast and midwest.

I am a bit nerdy and a bit shy, but am always up for good conversation. I am deeply curious and love trying out new experiences. I look forward to hearing your story.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

The best part of traveling is the people that you meet and get to interact with. While I am still new to couchsurfing, I am no stranger to traveling and staying with friends of friends. I want to hear stories, make connections, and explore cities through the eyes of the locals.

Interests

• photography
• coffee
• jazz
• atheism
• history
• philosophy
• spirituality
• film
• buddhism
• feminism
• conversation
• local history
• paganism
• sexuality
• christianity
• creative writing
• zen buddhism
• american history
• writing poetry
• eastern philosophy

Music, Movies, and Books

This is hard.

In regards to music, I really do enjoy everything (even country and rap!), but tend to listen to a lot of jazz and classical music when I am writing, classic rock and jam band stuff when I'm driving, and Nina Simone and Marvin Gaye when I'm making out.

With movies, I enjoy documentaries, science fiction, art house flicks, schlock theater, and am willing to watch anything that someone else suggests.

I read a lot. At any given time, I try to be reading a religious or philosophical text, a non-fiction book, and a novel. I also read a lot of poetry and have been known to enjoy comics and graphic novels.

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

Oh, I've got some stories to tell. I'll just leave it at that.

Teach, Learn, Share

I am not really sure what I can teach, but I am happy to share any knowledge and skills that I have.

I want to learn everything. Teach me about whatever stirs passion in you.

I want to share stories, whatever food and drink I have, and an open mind and a willingness to share.

Countries I’ve Visited

Belgium, Brazil, Czech Republic, Mexico, Niger, Paraguay

Countries I’ve Lived In

United States