I consider myself an outgoing and open-minded person who’s always curious to explore new perspectives and experiences. In social situations, I aim to make others feel at ease, while also setting boundaries.

I'm currently in my final semester of Psychology and about a year and a half ago, I also started studying Computer Science. I work as a private teacher and a cleaner.

I do lots of sports, except for running, tabletennis and fitness, most of them irregulary. You can find them in my interests :)
I'm learning French, my level is currently between A2 and B1 on the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages.

I enjoy being around people, going out, and doing physical activities. Nevertheless I appreciate quiet days. I’m always looking for genuine connections.

I value sustainability and public welfare. I consider myself a queer-feminist and constantly work on myself in that regard. I eat vegetarian.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

On my trip to Mexico I've met people who were couchsurfing. They've met the most amazing people and made interesting acquaintances. When I moved to Innsbruck to study Psychology, a friend of mine stayed with people from Couchsurfing because he hadn't found an apartment so far. They were so kind, I wanted to be part of this community ever since. When I'm traveling, I'm not too interested in the touristic highlights or established routes. I travel to get to know the country, the culture, life there. Couchsurfing is a great way to accomplish that.

I had only one couchsurfing experience so far. In England I was staying with a retired teacher. He stated in his profile, that he has a passion for old things. Before arrival I thougt, he may have a collection of antiques but literally his whole house was antique. He had old devices for all sorts of things, ranging from an ancient water siphon for soda to a device that ingraves an audio on a wax roll. Even the toilet flush seemed to be a hundred years old. To top it all of, he had an organ with two thousand pipes in this living room, including a century-old 'organ-cumputer' which functioned with something like punch cards.
Most importantly: He was a genuine guy and it was a lovely experience. I certainly don't expect such unconventional acquaintances but it fully convinced me of couchsurfing.

Interests

I’m interested in history, culture, and politics.

• books
• cooking
• fitness
• running
• politics
• hiking
• sailing
• sports
• swimming
• psychology
• climbing
• salsa
• tabletennis
• history and culture

Music, Movies, and Books

Tolerant in Music, I can enjoy a lot of different genres, also depending on my mood of course.
I mostly read novels. My favorite author so far is Ian Stefan Zweig.

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

A squad on one leg?

Teach, Learn, Share

I can always talk about and share insights of my studies.
Also, I love to cook.

What I Can Share with Hosts

Food, company, conversation, cultural exchange and hopefully an acquaintance which enriches your every day life.

Countries I’ve Visited

Belize, Bulgaria, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Greece, Guatemala, Indonesia, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Mexico, Netherlands, Norway, Portugal, Spain, Switzerland, Turkey

Countries I’ve Lived In

Austria, Germany