Dawn

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Hello! I'm Dawn.

I'm 29, and I'm from a small island in the Mediterranean called Malta - a product of sunny lands and salty seas. I am happiest outdoors and am drawn to things that trigger my thoughts or feelings - conversations, literature, media, movement. I enjoy my own company but am also very happy to be somewhere with good people and good music, so balance my time between both. Striving to keep a childlike playfulness and curiosity alive in everyday life!

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The first time I used workaway was just after finishing university a few years ago. I suddenly had the freedom to explore the places I would visit for more than a few weeks at a time, and through this platform I saw an opportunity to experience those places in a way that was more authentic and that allowed me to connect with a local community of people in a way that just wasn't possible at hostels.

I spent the following year doing all sorts of jobs in Europe and Morocco, temporarily sharing my space and time with all kinds of wonderful people - each of whom had been down their own different path and each of whom had their own skills and wisdom to share with me. I can honestly say that I came back home with broader perspectives, and with the intention to keep travelling in the same way in the future. So, here I am (:

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In my everyday life I work in healthcare, and so far find it super satisfying to be doing something that keeps me on my toes. Everyday is different and I feel like I'm constantly learning.

Outside of work I try to keep my mind and body engaged in different ways. I am naturally very drawn to the sea and this has lead me to scuba and free diving. I dance. I read. I write. Sometimes I cook, occasionally I sketch or paint. More recently I've started attending aerial silks classes and drum lessons. I would also love to learn some basics on guitar and piano, and to make time to practice some sort of martial art.

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Take a look at my couchsurfing profile if you like for more reviews - https://www.couchsurfing.com/people/dawnofthemed

Interessengebiete

Selbstentwicklung

Strand

Yoga / Wellness

Schreiben

Leben im Camper-Van

Segeln / Boote

Outdoor-Aktivitäten

Natur

Musik

Gebirge

Sprachen

Trampen

Wandern

Events & Sozialleben

Zeichnen & Malen

Tanzen

Heimwerken & DIY

Radfahren

Kultur

Kochen & Backen

Karitative Arbeiten

Camping

Bücher

Astronomie

Tiere

Sprachen

Gesprochene Sprachen
Englisch: Fließend
Maltese: Fließend

Mehr Infos zu meinen Sprachinteressen
I want to improve my Spanish.

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Interessiert mich:  

Gartenarbeiten

Heimwerker- und Bauarbeiten

Zubereiten / Kochen von Mahlzeiten für die Familie

Mithilfe auf einem Bauernhof

Betreuung von Tieren

Karitative Arbeit

Unterrichten

Hausarbeiten

Handwerkliche Arbeiten

Tourismus / Gastgewerbe

Kunstprojekte

Sprachen

Ökoprojekte

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Left brain - I studied chemistry, biology, and physics which then led me to a degree in medicine and surgery, and am pursuing a career in emergency medicine with a special interest in expeditions and pre-hospital. I think science, nature, and astronomy are fascinating.

Right brain - I am very interested in psychology, literature, and music. My creative outlets are mainly writing, painting, and dancing, but I am slowly become more familiar with yoga and my goal is to learn to play at least one instrument in the next year. Been going to some aerial silks classes recently and absolutely love it, it's my motivation to get stronger. Always a good time doing arts and crafts.

Balance is key!

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Over the years I have been involved in many different voluntary roles which included work with animal shelters, refugees, and remote isolated communities.

I believe my background has allowed me to work on soft skills such as;

•Keeping a level head under stress
•Developing good communication, listening, and social skills
•Taking initiative
•Learning to have a good time and keep a positive attitude even when circumstances might be less than ideal

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My past workaway roles have included;

•Running an AirBnB in Barcelona - greeting guests, housekeeping, organising bookings.
•Working as crew on a sailboat in Greece - helping captain with sailing, mooring, docking etc., cleaning the decks, organising the cabins, cooking meals, running errands onshore.
•Gardening in Greece - drying and picking herbs, trimming plants, olive picking, fence painting.
•House renovation within a community in Greece - painting walls, sanding down wood, preparing meals for about 15 people.
•Hospitality work at a ski resort in Slovakia - serving food and drinks, making coffees behind the bar, washing dishes, shovelling snow.
•Renovation at a chateau in France - stripping and re-applying wallpaper, painting ceiling and walls.
•Basic construction at a green-roof project in Portugal - working with algamasa to build walls, using eco-friendly solutions such as fungus bricks for insulation and recycled tyres as a flexible base for building on.
•Hostel work in Morocco - preparing rooms, greeting and socialising with guests, organising day trips and activities.
•Coffee plantation in Nepal - gardening, collecting and sorting through coffee beans etc.
•Gardening in Katherine, Australia - weeding, pruning, mulching..


I haven't been able to reactivate my old profile unfortunately so have lost everything on there. But I have my old reviews on a document which I'd be happy to forward if needed.

Basically - I like to learn :) And am very happy to get my hands dirty, so if you are willing to spend some time teaching me, we should make something work.

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When it comes to my career, I really believe that traditional and western medicine should complement one another. Over the years I have gained more and more knowledge on holistic care, and advocate for people to take control of their health. Modern medicine plays a big role in treatment for certain conditions, but before that becomes necessary it is equally as important to recognise the role of consuming real foods, regular movement, community, good sleep, and brain exercise.

Back home I have worked as a medical doctor for the last 4 years, with the intention to specialise in emergency and expedition medicine. Before that, my work experience included customer service, banqueting and waitressing, as well as sales.

More recently have been working as a deckhand, and in support care.

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