Strategies for Living an Unconventional Life with Ingrid Alm

Is it time to rethink the “rules of life?” What if you could redefine success, family, and adventure on your own terms? 

Ingrid Alm is an adventurer, writer, and mom who has made it her mission to challenge the conventional rules of life. Ingrid has walked, paddled, and biked thousands of miles with her family in tow, proving that parenthood doesn’t mean putting dreams on hold. Her latest book, Vi Skulle Hatt Mer Tid (We Should Have More Time), dives into how families and individuals can break free from societal expectations and create a life filled with more play, connection, and meaning.

We talk about everything from rethinking family life and education to how slowing down and embracing uncertainty can lead to more fulfillment. Ingrid shares insights from her own experiences and research, offering a different way to think about what it means to truly live.

Ingrid’s insights will challenge the idea that productivity equals worth and offer practical ways to create a more playful and intentional life. We discuss the power of saying no, the importance of boredom, and why redefining success might just be the key to a happier existence. Whether you’re a parent, an adventurer, or someone looking for more meaning in your days, you’ll find plenty to reflect on in this episode.

What’s one societal "rule" you've questioned or broken in your own life? How did it change your experience? I'd love to hear what they are, and I hope you’ll share them by sending me an audio message.

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Tune In To Learn:

• Why traditional ideas of success may not lead to fulfillment
• How travel and adventure can be integrated into family life
• The role of play and boredom in mental health and creativity
• How to set personal values and create a life that aligns with them
• Why saying “no” can be a revolutionary act
• The benefits of taking a gap year at any stage of life
• How to balance structure with spontaneity when raising kids
• The neuroscience behind stress, relaxation, and making big life changes
• Why disconnecting from technology can help us reconnect with ourselves
• Lessons from Ingrid’s latest adventures across the U.S. and Norway
• And so much more

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