Craig in the magical land of Asia profile picture

Craig in the magical land of Asia

Our Inner World Creates Our Outer World

About Me

Recently moved to Seoul from Los Angeles to teach English. If someone had told me 6 months ago I'd be doing this now I'd have told them they were smoking something. Grew up in Chicago, went to the University of Wisconsin after, and then wound up working for Corporate America in Los Angeles after that. Ever worked in Corporate America before? Then you may better understand exactly why I came to Korea to teach English.
Owned & Operated one of LA's top concert booking agencies, affording me the rare privilege to meet and develop friendships with business owners, celebrities, recording artists and comedians from all over the world, while compiling a photo gallery collection of over 50,000 images that I cherish, since several of these people are no longer 'with us'. A real person who is never phony, loves adventure, creativity, a challenge & a good laugh best describes me.
Studying Hap Ki Do with some top martial artists here in Seoul - working toward a black belt one of these days. Looking forward to meeting dynamic people and traveling extensively in Asia (hello Thailand in July!) and worldwide, while seeing the best Korea has to offer. Teaching English to kids is proving to be very rewarding and certainly a nice change of pace - and no tie required is a BIG perk.
Interested in learning to speak more Korean and meeting people born and raised here, as well as those traveling as I am, from other parts of the world. If there is a way to do something better, faster, and more efficiently, while helping people less fortunate than I who need it and deserve it...I like that a lot too. Feel free to drop a line and say hi.
Rising Sign is Aquarius
You are an interesting mix of introspective and outlandish.
Waving your freak flag high, you really do things your own way.
You care very deeply for humanity and are a complex analytical thinker.
You have no tolerance for fools, slackers, cruel individuals or dullards.
Charming, kind & witty, many are drawn to you and feed off your warm radiant energy.
People look to you for new ideas, assistance and innovative trends.
What's Your Rising Sign?
Myspace Extended Network Banners Myspace Codes

My Interests

Globe Trotting, computers/technology, intelligent people, original discussions, photography, music, film, comedy, philosophy, politics, business, live entertainment, great coffee, literature, smart & confident women, downhill skiing, Hap Ki Do & inline skating.

Some random guy
I normally call 'me'

WELCOME...
WE'RE GLAD YOU MADE IT!

I'd like to meet:

Open minded, adventurous people who love life and keep a positive attitude - especially when faced with challenges. Those that believe we shape our own lives and that destiny is not something that just 'happens' to us. Everyone has a story to tell, usually entertaining and something I can always appreciate and learn a thing or fifty from.
Your results:

Survey says if I were a superhero I'd be the:
GREEN LANTERN
Green Lantern 85% The Flash 80% Hulk 70% Catwoman 65% Superman 60% Wonder Woman 60% Robin 60% Spider-Man 55% Supergirl 55% Iron Man 55% Batman 50% Strong will power and
a good imagination.

Click here to take the Superhero Personality Test

Music:

Eclectic - from Rock to Jazz to Hip Hop to Classical. I've stacked together a collection of tens of thousands of songs, podcasts & audio books to fit the mood - whatever it may be at that moment. Country music & audio books have been getting most of my iPod play these days, another unexpected development since arriving in Korea.

w/ 'The Rings'@ Olympic Park

w/ some of my awesome English students

@ Seoul Temple near COEX

Movies:

Comedies, Documentaries and Drama. Still think "The Godfather" is the best movie ever made, until I see something that tops it. Caddyshack remains the funniest comedy ever made - although a few come very close. Using your mind

Your sexual hidden talent is your ability to use your mind. Sex is mostly in your mind and to your partners delight you have mastered the arts of seduction and atmosphere.

Take this quiz at QuizUniverse.com

Television:

Boston Legal, Friday Night Lights, Heroes, Prison Break, House, Dexter, Weeds, Sopranos, CSI: Miami, Entourage, The Nine and Law and Order. Have never watched Lost but people say it is great and something I should check out.
LET'S TAKE A CLOSER LOOK:
My Five Factor Personality Profile
EXTROVERSION:
You have high extroversion.
You are outgoing and engaging, with both strangers and friends.
You truly enjoy being with people and bring energy into any situation.
Enthusiastic and fun, you're the first to say "let's go!"
CONSCIENTIOUSNESS:
You have medium conscientiousness.
You're generally good at balancing work and play.
When you need to buckle down, you can usually get tasks done.
But you've been known to goof off when you know you can get away with it.
AGREEABLENESS:
You have high agreeableness.
You are easy to get along with, and you value harmony highly.
Helpful and generous, you are willing to compromise with almost anyone.
You give people the benefit of the doubt and don't mind giving someone a second chance.
NEUROTICISM:
You have low neuroticism.
You are very emotionally stable and mentally together.
Only the greatest setbacks upset you, and you bounce back quickly.
Overall, you are typically calm and relaxed - making others feel secure.
OPENNESS TO NEW EXPERIENCES:
Your openness to new experiences is high.
In life, you tend to be an early adopter of all new things and ideas.
You'll try almost anything interesting, and you're constantly pushing your own limits.
A great connoisseir of art and beauty, you can find the positive side of almost anything. The Five Factor Personality Test

Survey Says: 72% Open Minded
You are a very open minded person, but you're also well grounded. Tolerant and flexible, you appreciate most lifestyles and viewpoints. But you also know where you stand firm, and you can draw that line. You're open to considering every possibility - but in the end, you stand true to yourself.
How Open Minded Are You?
What does your birth month say about you?
August: Your Birthstone: Peridot ? AUGUST = FLIRT You've got the best personality and are an absolute pleasure to be around. You love to make new friends and be outgoing. You are a great flirt and usually find yourself with a very attractive partner. It is also more than likely that you have a massive record collection. When it comes to films, you know how to pick them and may one day become a famous actor yourself - you've definitely got the look and charisma for it!
Take this quiz !
Quizilla | Join| Make A Quiz | More Quizzes | Grab Code

You Are a Smart American
You know a lot about US history, and you're opinions are probably well informed.
Congratulations on bucking stereotypes. Now go show some foreigners how smart Americans can be. Are You a Dumb American?

Books:

Fiction, Autobiographies and Self Improvement. Currently reading "The Dynamic Laws of Prosperity" by Katherine Ponder & "One More Day" by Mitch Albom. Recently finished: "My Life" the autobiography by Bill Clinton, "The Power of Positive Thinking" by Norman Vincent Peale, "Secrets of the Millionaire Mind" by T. Harv Eker, "The Alchemist", "The Four Agreements" by Don Miguel Ruiz, "Tuesdays with Morrie" & "The Five People You Meet in Heaven" by Mitch Albom & "The Greatest Salesman in the World" by Og Mandino. Other strong recommendations: "Seven Habits of Highly Effective People" by Stephen Covey, "Rich Dad Poor Dad" by Robert Kiyosaki, "How to Get Rich" by Donald Trump, "I Got Here You Can Too" by Bruce Berman, "Life is Tremendous" by Charles 'Tremendous' Jones, "Your Best Life Now" by Joel Osteen, "Think and Grow Rich" by Napoleon Hill, "The Magic of Thinking Big", "How to Win Friends and Influence People" by Dale Carnegie, "The Power of Now" by Eckhardt Tolle and "Mafia Summer" by E. Duke Vincent. I highly recommend these titles to anyone looking to expand their mind and question the status quo...God knows it certainly needs questioning.
You Are a Bright Star Soul
Like a shining star, you have no trouble being the center of attention. In fact, you often feel a bit hurt when all eyes aren't on you, but can enjoy privacy being 'off the radar'. You're dramatic and a powerhouse of pure energy. You posess a divine quality or uniqueness that's hard to define. A natural performer, it's likely you'll become famous in some circles - Just learn not to take everyone's reaction to you so personally!
Souls you are most compatible with: Newborn Soul and Prophet Soul What Kind of Soul Are You?

Heroes:

Rudy & Martha Scheiner (my grandparents), Ken & Diane Markley, Ann Wilson, Michael Jordan, Bill Clinton, Tom Leykis, Tony Robbins, Joel Osteen, Al Pacino, Oprah Winfrey, Helen Keller, Harriet Tubman, Dr. Martin Luther King, Howard Stern, Hunter S. Thompson (RIP), Muhammad Ali, Bill Smith, Phil Jackson, Linda Desiante, Walter Payton, Socrates, David Geffen, Brian Grazer, Mother Theresa, John F. Kennedy & Robert F. Kennedy "Bobby", all those who died for causes they believe in with 100% of their heart and of course the best model for each of us to live our life by Jesus Christ.
ACCORDING TO THE COMPUTER, WHEN I DECIDE TO MOVE BACK TO THE USA SOMEDAY:
The American Cities That Best Fit Me:
78% Madison, WI
72% Las Vegas, NV
65% Philadelphia, PA
61% Washington, DC
55% Chicago, IL Which American Cities Best Fit You?
The Wisconsin Badgers
Alumni - and damn proud of it
Your Attitude is Better than 80% of the Population
You've got a winner attitude. You're always optimistic and cheery. Your personality will get you far in life. How's Your Attitude?

What Famous Leader Are You?
personality tests by similarminds.com