Beckyrebecca, 58

I am a highly educated professional woman seeking friendship with a similarly qualified male, with hopes for progression into a LTR. I am a psychotherapist newly embarking on my 3rd career, after successful careers in teaching, and as a pediatric prosthetist & orthotist. My endeavor is to transition into private practice. I desire a mate who lives a health conscious lifestyle to enjoy outdoor activities engaging with nature. I have always enjoyed working hard, whether installing a new raised bed garden in my landscape, or researching and authoring a body of work. I am adept with using power tools, computers, and a cuisinart! I do actually ❤️ to cook when I have time. My ideal mate will have diverse interests. Mine are nutrition, fitness, polyvagal theory, mindfulness, meditation, yoga, organic gardening, artistic creation, spirituality, family, spiritual partnership, pets, hiking, home improvement, brain science, mythology, reading, writing, working out, steam saunas, relaxation, dining out, beaches, different cultures, liberal politics, mental health, ecology, life-long learning!I have 3 independently-living adult children spread across several states and both parents in their 80’s on the East Coast. I am empathic and compassionate, and enjoy volunteering with homeless in LA. I’m energetic, but love my downtime. I’m affectionate, touchy-feely, and enjoy passionate intimacy. I am supportive of your pursuits, but also enjoy my independence to do my own thing.I do not drink alcohol but do not mind if those around me do, adhering to (mostly) healthy guidelines. I’m not into smoking anything or any illicit substances and seek the same. I love to laugh and keep things light- hearted at times. Other times it’s important to connect on more philosophical levels. I love taking good care of my loved ones as they look out for me. I am normally happy, pleasant to be around, and have a positive attitud