My Finnishness

 

 

I like being from Finland and I’m proud of it. Finnish people tend to be a bit negative but there is lots of stuff to love about Finland. Here’s some of my thoughts what’s great and unique in Finland:

 

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Nature

The nature in Finland is beautiful and clean. Where ever you go, you’ll find forests and lakes. You wouldn’t have to travel abroad to enjoy of breathtaking landscapes, great beaches and exotic activities, we have those in Finland too.

Finnish food

Things that tastes to me like Finland and which I will miss while being abroad are: rye bread, coffee, fresh vegetables and berries – not to forget Fazer chocolate. Speaking of food, I have to also point out Finnish school lunches which you can’t appreciate too much. It is healthy, tasty, very reasonable priced and saves Finnish students from eating noodles at every meal.

Public health care

This subject is close to my heart because I’m studying nursing. Finnish health care is one of the best in the world but still people complain about it a lot. Yes – waiting times can be long (but don’t worry, your health condition is being considered) and yes – you have to pay something from your own wallet (but it is just a small amount of what the care actually costs). It isn’t perfect but it sure is the best there is in the world.

Weather

Not sure if you should love or hate Finnish weather. It is like a gift – you never know what you will get. It could be anything between freezing cold and burning heat. There’s four seasons in Finland but it doesn’t mean it couldn’t snow at summer. It is even possible that it’s colder on Midsummer than on Christmas. This is the reason we love out short but bright summer and enjoy it from the bottom of our hearts.

People

How to subscribe Finnish people in generally? I think Finns are shy by nature or at least we get into new things a bit slowly.  We are scared of failing and looking stupid. We are honest and straight. We don’t like to talk about feelings but if you want to small talk, the weather is the top subject.

 

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