Exploring Empathy and Adventure with Liv Á Argjahøvda

I got to visit Liv and her family last summer in Denmark, and it really left a mark on me. In this episode, we talk about growing up between cultures, raising grounded kids in a digital world, and how empathy can be a guiding principle when you’re unsure where to go next. Liv brings a quiet wisdom that’s been shaped by travel, parenthood, and a life dedicated to helping others feel seen.

If you’ve ever wrestled with how to connect movement, purpose, and compassion — this one’s for you.

⏱ Episode Breakdown:

[02:00] Early sparks of empathyHow traveling to Nepal as a teen shifted Liv’s worldview and instilled a lifelong desire to help others.

[06:00] Culture, curiosity, and what makes us humanLiving across the globe taught Liv to value connection over differences — and how to prep for every country with good shoes and an open mind.

[10:30] What orienteering teaches about lifeA family sport with layered mentorship, inclusivity, and community-first values — why it’s become a pillar for Liv’s family.

[20:00] Screens, social media, and raising teens todayLiv shares how walking, setting goals, and simple routines helped her son disconnect from gaming and reconnect with purpose.

[30:00] Coaching different people, different pathsWhy helping someone starts with asking the right question — not everyone needs a meal plan, some just need permission to rest.

[38:00] The power of walking and setting meaningful goalsHow a list of 100 goals and going on weekly walks can shift your whole outlook.

[41:00] One last takeaway: just go for itLiv’s advice for anyone holding back on something they’ve been wanting to do.

🎤 Host: Chris LiddleExploring the overlap between lifestyle and wellness, one real conversation at a time.

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