Hey there, lovely people of the world! I'm Valentina, your friendly neighborhood zen seeker all the way from Chile to the sunny shores of Sydney, Australia. Yep, I traded my empanadas for vegemite, and I've been living the Down Under dream for the past 6.5 years.

🧘‍♀️ Meditation Maven: Picture this – me, sitting cross-legged, eyes closed, embracing my daily meditation routine like it's the best kind of party. Inner peace? Oh, I've got that down to a science. Koalas in the background might join in sometimes – who am I to say no to a eucalyptus-fueled vibe?

🌱 Healthy Living Enthusiast: Avocado-obsessed and green-smoothie chugging? Guilty as charged! But hey, life's all about that balance, right?

🎶 Concert Aficionado: You'll spot me in the crowd, grooving to tunes like nobody's watching (even though they totally are). Indie bands, big headliners – I am completely in love with Alex Turner <3

🌳 Nature's BFF: Hiking is my jam, and I'm not just talking about spreading avocado on toast. Give me a trail, some breathtaking views, and a chance to swim in some beautiful lakes or rivers, and I'm in paradise.

💬 Chat Champ: Whether it's a gripping fiction novel or the latest meditation trend, my ears and heart are wide open. I'm all about sharing experiences, ideas, and maybe a terrible joke or two – after all, laughter's the best soul workout.

🌎 Global Friendship Ambassador: Move over, UN – I'm on a mission to collect friends from every corner of the globe. Let's connect, share stories, and who knows, maybe plan a meditation session on a mountain someday?

😺 Feline Fanatic: When I'm not meditating or hiking, you'll probably find me hanging out with my furry feline friends. Cats and calm vibes – the ultimate combination for soothing the soul.

🥋 Martial Arts Maestra: (I wish) Surprise – beneath the peaceful exterior lies a martial arts enthusiast. I've got some moves up my sleeves. I used to do Jiu Jitsu and now taking boxing :D !

So, whether you're into mountaintop meditations, concert chaos, or just chatting about life's quirks, I'm here. G'day and namaste, beautiful souls! 🌼🐨🧘‍♀️

My LinkedIn for you to see I am real, send me a friend request: https://www.linkedin.com/in/valentinasilvagallardo/

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

Hoping to meet some cool people :D and get to see the Scandinavian region with some locals. I feel like that is the best way to travel.

Interests

• writing
• concerts
• yoga
• reading
• trekking
• spirituality
• rock
• healthy living
• minfulness

Music, Movies, and Books

My fav band is the Arctic Monkeys. My fav book is: The power of now . when it comes to movies I am not quite sure haha but ''Hangover'' was my fav for a long time, I love comedy :).

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

Decided to leave Chile to come to Australia on my own when I was 20. It definitely helped me with my English. I was meant to come back after a year but now I am still in Australia (6.5 years later) haha.

What I Can Share with Hosts

Wine, Food, a good chat. Also, my love for cats haha

Countries I’ve Visited

Argentina, Australia, Brazil, Chile, Denmark, Indonesia, Mexico, New Zealand, Norway, Sweden, Thailand, United States

Countries I’ve Lived In

Australia, Chile