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My Experiences of Finnishness

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Finnishness

Silence, calmness and connections are the main values of Finnishness

Finnishness for me

A bit about the luxury of free space we have in Finland, it's clean nature, waters and reliability.

Sauna and Ice Swimming - Part of My Finnish Life

Finnish culture is full of traditions that connect people with nature and each other. For me, two of the most meaningful ones are the sauna and ice swimming. They might seem simple, but together they reveal a lot about what it means to be Finnish.

Finnishness: Peace, space, and a cup of coffee

For me, Finnishness is peace, silence, and contentment. It’s a long weekend at the cottage, a sauna, morning swims in the misty lake, a cup of Juhla Mokka from a blue-and-white Marimekko mug, a long stare out of the window into the emptiness and the freedom of not having to fill the silence with unnecessary words. It’s also so much more.

What Finnishness means to me - Forests, nature trails and karelian pies

When I first read the prompt for this blog I found it hard to describe what Finnishness means to me. Mostly because it’s something I don’t really think about. Feeling Finnish or thinking about Finnishness is mostly something that slowly sneaks up on me while I am far from home. It can manifest itself in missing a certain type of bread, craving a certain candy or simply missing the quietness of everyday life.

Exploring Finnishness: The Spirit of Finland

Finland might be a small Nordic country, but Finnishness is rich and multifaceted, shaped by a history of resilience, a connection to nature, and an emphasis on equality and honesty. Many elements of Finnish culture are unique, and as the world becomes more interconnected, people are increasingly fascinated by the values, lifestyle, and traditions that define Finnish identity.

My experiences of Finnishness

My experience of Finnishness is all about the unique blend of nature, freedom, and community that makes this country so special. A lot of people picture Finland as a country with amazing scenery, including thousands of lakes and snowy wilderness areas. Indeed, Finland is often celebrated for its natural beauty, and I really appreciate the tranquil serenity that comes with it.

Finnish nature and culture

This blog text is about what Finnishness means to me and especially how significant part the nature is for people in Finland.

My Perspective of Finnishness

What comes to mind when thinking about Finland and Finnishness? Is it the beautiful landscape, the happiest people in the world or santa claus? All of these are a part of Finnishness, but in this blog post I'll dig in to the roots of Finnishness from my point of view.

What Finnishness means to me

The midnight sun, colorful leaves, the northern lights and nature awakening after a long winter are all extraordinary things I, as a Finn have had the privilege to experience. In this post, I'll delve deeper into Finnishness based on my own perspectives.