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Overview

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  • Fluent in Chinese (Simplified), English, Yue (Cantonese); learning Chinese (Simplified)
  • 28, Male
  • Member since 2017
  • No occupation listed
  • Studying Physiotherapy
  • From Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
  • Profile 95% complete

About Me

After taking a gap year in 2017, I’ve made a promise to myself that no matter how busy I am, no matter where I am, I will have to take time to travel and to share/help others.

Current Plans
Travel around Malaysia between 7/2 – 20/2

About me:
Simply put would be that I love to give more than take and am open-minded to everything.
I don’t believe money can buy anything and hence I live my life almost always satisfied with what I have (unless I’m lost and I can’t find food or water).

I like things to do things myself if I can – walk, climb, cook, wash etc. anything I have the capacity to do I will do. If I need to learn something, I will be happy to learn it as well.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

in 2017 during my gap year i met a couple who hosted me and introduced me to their city. That was one of the most memoriable experiences of that trip and from there, i found this amazing community. I often just meet up with people in hangouts and events since i cannot host in my parent's home but i know exactly what i'll be doing when i get a home of my own.
I've always valued the people i meet and the different lifestyle experience i have while traveling moreso than the seeing the touristy areas. Meeting hosts compared with staying in hostels and compared to staying in your own apartment gives a perspective that is completely different all together. i like to mix in a bit of everything on my trip and i always hope i can learn a bit about others and share a bit about myself when i travel. What's a better time to share than while travelling?

Interests

  • cooking
  • sports
  • business
  • philosophy
  • food
  • learning languages
  • exploring new places
  • meeting new people
  • healthy lifestyle
  • good conversation

Music, Movies, and Books

GHIBLI MOVIES and Joe Hisaishi

Haruhi Murakami is my favourite author - after each book, i almost feel mind-boggled, almost making me think differently. I love all his book.

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

Took a year off my studies which is definitely not something i would have imagined until i clicked and booked a ticket away in 2017
Fought in a boxing ring after 3months of boxing training in China.... you definitely learn more when safety isn't important at all...

Teach, Learn, Share

Umm.. i'm just very open to sharing anything, whether it is knowledge, thoughts or experiences. Just ask :)

I do love to cook - i 'm not sure what cruisine i can cook since i cook with whatever ingredients i have in the fridge and i buy food according to season and prices. Just do a quick youtube/ google and try out a new dish everyday is how i go about things. I've recently learn to manipulate a bit of dough and can make a decent dish out of any ingredients.

What I Can Share with Hosts

My knowledge in the health and fitness field and my own experiences. i can give a decent head and shoulder massage according to my sister and mum as well.
We can exchange languages and experiences. Love a bit of life philosophy as well

Countries I’ve Visited

Cambodia, China, Croatia, Czech Republic, France, Germany, Hungary, Japan, Malaysia, Netherlands, Poland, Singapore, Slovenia, South Korea, Thailand, Viet Nam

Countries I’ve Lived In

Australia, China

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