CURRENT MISSION

Short Term: Travel in Asia
Long Term: Apply for PhD Position

ABOUT ME

Hello! My name is Steven, I've lived all my life in the UK, having grown up and gone to school here, though I have family in Switzerland.

A year ago I left my previous job as a Software Developer, because I realised I was no longer happy in my job. Since then I've taken a CELTA course to teach English to foreign learners, and have been teaching English in South Korea for the last year. I will be going back home to London in March 2015.

PHILOSOPHY

My current approach to life is to pursue whatever I feel will be the most fulfilling and bring the most happiness. Life can be unpredictable, and therefore it's sometimes best to see where it takes you.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

HOW I PARTICIPATE IN COUCHSURFING

I think this can be a very positive experience, as long as surfers and hosts ensure they treat each other with respect and communicate to ensure everyone has a great experience :)

COUCHSURFING EXPERIENCE

I haven't had any experience yet both surfing and hosting, but everyone has to start somewhere!

Interests

Cycling:€“ I think cycling is one of the best ways to explore a new area.
Go / Chess:€“ I'€™m happy to challenge you to a game.
Snowboarding:€“ After a life of skiing I've recently converted.
Films: If you've got a favourite movie I haven't seen I'd be interested to see.

• drinking
• movies
• chess
• traveling
• cycling
• surfing
• skiing
• snowboarding
• software

Music, Movies, and Books

Movies: Fargo, Ghost World, Shawshank Redemption, Leon, Home Alone 2
Music: David Bowie, Chilli Peppers, Gipsy Kings, The Killers, Amy McDonald
Books: Harry Potter, Camp 14

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

During a guided tour to North Korea, I sang the national anthem during a round of drinks with the North Korean guides.

Teach, Learn, Share

Skills I can teach you:
- Swiss German
- Diabolo (The spinning top on a string)
- How to play Go (Baduk)
- C++

Skills I'd like to learn:
- More German

What I Can Share with Hosts

A friend who can help you out if you're ever in London :)

Countries I’ve Visited

Belgium, Cambodia, Canada, China, France, Germany, Hong Kong, Indonesia, Japan, Laos, Macao, Malaysia, Monaco, Morocco, Netherlands, North Korea, Norway, Peru, South Korea, Spain, Switzerland, Taiwan, Thailand, Ukraine, United States

Countries I’ve Lived In

South Korea, United Kingdom