Exploring Empathy and Adventure with Liv Á Argjahøvda

Exploring Empathy and Adventure with Liv Á Argjahøvda

Author: Chris Liddle October 29, 2025 Duration: 42:32

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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📱 Connect with Liv: @dinkrop_duvaelgerselv

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Chasing Common Ground: Lifestyle Conversations with Chris Liddle is a space for thoughtful dialogue that lives between categories. Host Chris Liddle believes meaningful progress comes from connecting ideas across the usual boundaries of education, culture, and self-improvement. Each episode, whether a solo reflection or a conversation with a guest, is built on a simple, powerful question: where can we find shared understanding? This isn't about quick fixes or passive listening. It's a purpose-driven exploration of the habits, philosophies, and societal shifts that shape our daily lives. The aim is to uncover practical insights and nuanced perspectives that resonate, helping you move forward incrementally but intentionally. You'll hear discussions that feel like a good, meandering talk with a curious friend-one that leaves you with something to chew on, not just consume. The podcast deliberately avoids easy labels, weaving together threads from personal development, cultural commentary, and societal observation to examine what a considered life can look like. It’s an ongoing series for anyone tired of echo chambers and interested in the subtle art of building a better year, and a better self, through conversation. Tune in for a consistently engaging mix of voices and topics that all circle back to that essential chase for common ground.
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