Posts from 2026
Finnishness- from nothing to future
Finnishness is associated with different thing for different people. For some it is nature, for others quietness or even just saune, but for some of us it is about a new beginning for a new future.
Finnish Tranquillity In Me
Finland is imperfect, and its flaws make it easier for me to appreciate its other qualities even more.
Finnishness - beauty of the simple things
Finnishness is all about admiring the beauty of simple things - that is something that I find Finns to be very good at.
Finnishness
Finnish culture is often associated with nature, cold winters and sauna. However, Finnishness is much more than that. It includes traditions, cultural values and everyday habits that shape the Finnish lifestyle. In this post I will introduce some key aspects of Finnish culture and explain what they tell about Finnishness.
Finnish mushrooms and forest
The relationship between Finns and mushrooms is like a once-a-year date. Every July and August, Finnish take their handmade baskets and put on rain boots. They go into the forests to find mushrooms hiding in the soft moss. Herkkutatti and kantarelli are the most popular kinds. You can also find other types, like Trumpet mushrooms and Sheep mushrooms.