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How to Write a High-Quality Compass Bio

A strong bio is the heart of Compass. It helps others understand who you are, what you care about, and the type of connections you seek. Use the sections below as a guide — include what feels meaningful, and feel free to expand or combine sections as needed.

1. Introduction

• Briefly introduce yourself: name/nickname, age, languages spoken, location, and general lifestyle.

Example:

Hi, I’m Lily, a 28-year-old living in Paris. I speak English and French fluently, work in environmental research, and love exploring creative hobbies on weekends.

2. Connection Goals

• Specify what types of connections you’re seeking: friendship, romantic, collaborative, or multiple.
• Include your availability, timezone, and how you prefer to communicate.

Example:

I’m looking for deep, meaningful friendships and long-term collaborative projects. I’m in CET timezone and usually available evenings for calls or meetups.

3. Core Values

• Share the principles that guide your life, decision-making, and relationships.
• Consider values like honesty, growth, emotional stability, ethical responsibility, or integrity.

Example:

• Intellectual curiosity: I enjoy exploring new ideas and challenging my own assumptions.
• Emotional stability: I prioritize calm, constructive dialogue in conflict.
• Ethical responsibility: I aim to reduce suffering in the world through conscious choices.

4. Interests and Activities

• Hobbies, intellectual pursuits, and preferred ways to spend time.
• Include specifics (books, movies, sports, creative projects, volunteer work).

Example:

• Hiking, meditation, and yoga
• Reading philosophy, neuroscience, and science fiction
• Community volunteering: environmental cleanups

5. Personality and Thinking Style

• Include your thinking style, emotional tendencies, and results from evidence-based personality tests (e.g., Big 5, MBTI, enneagram).
• Optional: describe humor, creativity, ambition, organization, or typical reactions to stress.

Example:

• Thinking style: analytical and reflective
• Humor: playful sarcasm and witty observations
• Personality: introverted, high conscientiousness

6. Lifestyle and Preferences

• Include practical habits and preferences: diet, sleep, exercise, living situation, work-life balance, and pets.
• You may also note subcultures, routines, or quirky habits that define your day-to-day life.

Example:

• Mostly vegan
• Early riser, morning exercise routine
• Live in a small apartment, enjoy minimalism

7. Health and Self-Improvement

• Share relevant physical or mental health traits, triggers, therapy goals, or what you’re actively trying to improve.

Example:

• Working on managing anxiety during high-stress situations
• Physically active but recovering from a minor knee injury

8. Romantic Relationships (Optional)

• Only include if seeking romantic connections.

• Examples of what to share:

  • Love languages (giving and receiving)
  • Timeline for relationship goals
  • Romantic orientation and preferences
  • Family goals (children, pets)
  • Work-life balance and financial habits
  • Housing situation (renting vs. owning)
  • Comfort with dating someone with kids

Example:

• Romantic orientation: heterosexual
• Love languages: quality time and words of affirmation
• Prefer a monogamous relationship, ideally building a family in the next 5–10 years

9. Ideal Connections

• Describe the traits, values, or interests you’d like in the people you connect with.
• Include where alignment is essential vs. where diversity is welcomed.

Example:

I value honesty, curiosity, and humor. I’m open to different career paths, but shared commitment to personal growth is important.

10. Altruistic and Community Values

• Share causes or community efforts you care about.
• Examples: sustainability, social justice, volunteering, or charitable initiatives.

Example:

• Active in local environmental and animal welfare projects
• Support education access initiatives in developing countries

11. Conversation Starters

• Include questions, prompts, or topics you enjoy discussing.
• Helps people reach out naturally and start meaningful conversations.

Example:

• What book changed the way you see the world?
• Favorite thought experiment or philosophical puzzle?
• How do you integrate mindfulness into your daily life?

Tips for a Great Bio

• Be authentic and specific. Concrete examples are more memorable than general statements.
• Balance depth and readability: enough information to connect meaningfully without overwhelming.
• Update periodically as your interests, availability, or goals evolve.
• Respect privacy — share what you’re comfortable with, but don’t shy away from showing personality.