My Finnishness as a foreigner
Everyone that visits Finland leaves with a piece of the country still within them, so even as a foreigner you can have Finnishness in you.
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Finland Swedish Finnishness
My name is Miranda and I’m a Finland-Swede. Fennoswede, is another word for it, and it simply means the people in Finland who speak Swedish. And I am one of them. In this blogpost I will dive in deeper into what being a Finland Swede means to me.
What I Love About Finland: Embracing Finnishness
When I think about what I love most about Finland, a few key elements come to mind: the quiet independence of the people, the beauty of our distinct seasons, and the rich cultural traditions that make life here so special.
What is Finnishness made of?
Finnishness is a sum of many great and unique elements that sets us apart from other nations and their people. In my blog post I will open a few of the elements which I believe are cornerstones of Finnishness.
Finnishness; review of unique and exotic culture
What kind of adjectives appear to your mind when is talked about Finnishness? Many of us would probably answer things like introvert and shy, but also trustworthy and persistent. These adjectives actually describe pretty well Finns. But how these qualities make us so special as a nation? What kind of things we can spread out to world when we stay abroad for longer period?
Sauna: The heart and soul of being Finnish
In Finland, the sauna is not just a place to warm up—it's a deeply rooted tradition that reflects the nation's connection to simplicity, nature, and well-being. Stepping into the steam, Finns embrace a ritual that speaks to their core values of equality, peace, and resilience.
Finnish Melancholy and Sisu
Finland is known as the happiest country in the world, but many people might not know that melancholy is a big part of our culture, and sisu is what keeps us going.
Without our nature our Finnishness is Finnish less.
The Finnish nature is a key part of our Finnishness.
Embracing silence and space: The Finnish way of life
Finland, known for its stunning natural landscapes and unique cultural traits, offers a glimpse into a way of life where silence and personal space are cherished. In a world that often feels overwhelming and noisy, the Finnish approach to these concepts provides a refreshing contrast.
The expectations vs reality of living in Finland as an international student
For international students coming to Finland, it might be hard to know what living here is like. How true are the stereotypes? And how is life in actuality? From the winters to the people, everyone has a unique experience discovering Finnishness.
Exploring Finnishness: How I see Finnish culture
In this post I will cover some of the key aspects of Finnish culture and how to distinguish a Finnish person when meeting one. What to know about finnish habits and values, and ultimately what things connects us as Finns.
Finnishness for me
My experience on Finnishness? Oh, it is a tricky question. I could talk about the amazing nature and four seasons of Finland. They are quite unique because not in many countries you are able to experience “real” summer as well as cold winter. But no, I’m not going to talk about nature. What really is unique, are the people.
The Some Elements of Finnishness
Finnishness is a multifaceted experience, quality and frankly way of life that every person has their own opinion about. These are some elements of Finnishness that I've come across as a Finn who has lived her whole life in Finland... Surprising right?
How does it feel to be Finnish?
Finland is a country that arouses interest. Things are surprisingly good here, even though the Finns can seem serious.
The four seasons of Finland
The four seasons of Finland and what they can teach you.
My Perception of Finnishness
Finnishness is a pretty broad concept by itself. I believe that everyone has their own perception of it, and that there is no simple way to explain it without experiencing it. However, after travelling around the world a lot and living in other countries like China, I've had to try to explain Finnishness a lot of times. The following will be my explanation on the key things of Finnishness that I always mention when someone asks about it.
Finnishness
What being a Finn means to me.
Finnishness
What comes to mind when I wonder what Finnishness entails