What are finns used to doing?

Lots of customs in Finland

Finns are used to enjoying the outdoors, regardless of the season. They are used to seeing the Northern Lights in Lapland, foraging for cloudberries in the wild, and engaging in winter sports like skiing. They also get used to spending time at summer cottages and experiencing saunas, which are integral parts of Finnish culture.

Also, Finns are used to celebrating their festivals with a blend of pagan customs and Christianity, like the unique traditions they follow during Christmas and Easter.

Second, they are used to appreciating the arts, especially the influence of 'The Kalevala', their national epic, on their national identity and literature.

Moreover, finns are used to engaging in various sports, as staying active is a significant part of their culture. They are used to skiing, skating, and doing hockey in winter, and hiking, cycling, and kayaking in summer.

Next, they are used to valuing egalitarianism, with a society that promotes liberalism and equality, reflected in their traditions and everyday life.

In fact, finns are used to living a balanced life, where work and leisure are equally important, and there's a strong emphasis on maintaining a work/life balance.

These practices are deeply ingrained in the Finnish way of life, shaping a culture that is both unique and inviting.

Picture of a family practicing ski.
Written by: Juan David Gutiérrez Sierra

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