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My Experiences of Finnishness

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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.

What Makes Me a Finn?

What makes me a Finn? This question is challenging for someone like me, who believes that a world without borders between 'us' and 'others' would be preferable. Nevertheless, I have discovered certain aspects that perhaps make me slightly more Finnish than, let's say, Swedish. Read on, and you'll find out what they are!