Hello! My name is Valeria, and I'm 27 years old. Currently, I reside in Oviedo, Spain, although I am originally from Chile. I have spent most of my life in the countryside in southern Chile, which has taught me to appreciate the beauty of nature from a young age. I love spending time outdoors and exploring natural places on my bicycle.

I arrived in Spain on December 14, 2022, leaving my family and my three loyal companions (the kitten Ragnar, the kitten Lathgertha, and the dog Freyja) in Chile. I am excited about the opportunity to get to know new cultures and places while contributing to my journey.

I am a psychologist, and I am currently pursuing two doctorates, one in Chile and another in Spain. I am studying a Ph.D. in Psychology at the University of Concepción in Chile and a Ph.D. in Education and Psychology at the University of Oviedo. My life's purpose is to make a difference through education and psychology, being the first generation in my family to have the opportunity to access higher education. Therefore, I understand firsthand the transformative power of education.

I am passionate about board games and video games, which led me to found my own gaming venture, "Ragnarök Games," with the support of the government. In August 2022, I launched my first board game in Chile, featuring my adorable companions, Lathgertha and Ragnar, as the protagonists. I invite you to check it out at https://www.instagram.com/ragnarok.games.spa/. I will be delighted to share a copy with my hosts and play together.

I consider myself a creative, optimistic, and proactive individual. I enjoy socializing with new people and am constantly creating something new. I even built part of my house in Chile with my own hands. I greatly value effort and dedication in my projects.

My personal Instagram is: https://www.instagram.com/val_ragnarok/

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

I want to meet new people and new cultures, I want to expand my mind with new learnings.

Interests

• culture
• cycling
• nature
• friends
• videogames
• animal
• boardgames

Music, Movies, and Books

I enjoy reading about various cultures, politics, and religions. My passion is listening to people's life stories, discovering their experiences, and learning from them.
Music: I'm not selective; I've learned to appreciate all kinds of melodies.

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

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Teach, Learn, Share

The true growth comes when we teach, learn, and share from the heart.

What I Can Share with Hosts

I can prepare delicious Chilean dishes for you, help with household tasks, share my rich culture, and learn from yours. Moreover, I can teach you Spanish while you help me improve my English.

Countries I’ve Visited

Belgium, Colombia, Croatia, Ecuador, France, Germany, Italy, Malta, Netherlands, Norway, Spain, Vatican City State

Countries I’ve Lived In

Chile, Spain