There are so many People - that has no idea or knowledge of Helsinki and Finland ! Only At Canada - Thanks to NHL - almost everybody knows some players - that are born in Finland !
Thank you, I really love interacting with people from the United States, as well, and all over the world in-general. We Finns tend to be quite reserved, especially around people we don't know quite that well. It doesn't mean we wouldn't be interested in you or the things you had to say. I think it might stem from our own issues regarding our own self-esteem and self-image. But I'm mostly speaking from my own personal experience. Other Finns may correct me regarding this. In any case, thank you for the kind words and the interesting video. Will look forward to hearing more from you!
They have a stereotype of being very cold. Not rude or disrespectful, but not as passionate as southern Europeans are known as. Southern Europeans will greet each other by kissing each other on the cheek for example. Northern Europeans not so much. Think of Drago from Rocky.
Such an interesting perspective. I've always viewed Finnish people as a bit shy and reserved when compared to other cultures, and that stereotype is true to an extent, but I guess we just don't care as much about superficial things like small talk, money or boasting about your accomplishments (even though I know that Americans don't mean it like that, but Finns might take it like that way) when we could just cut straight through that and have a more meaningful discussion on a deeper personal level. We are still at least somewhat connected to the nature and I guess old Finnish ancestral spirits are guiding us and giving this sense of wanting to connect and have a deeper meaning for life. I almost get anxious if I cannot enter the forest for awhile. It's a good place to seek solitude, meditate and let your subconscious bubble up and reveal what you need to do. Also sauna is a sacred place where you are literally naked (masque/alter ego off) with the other person so it is an unwritten rule that when you go to the sauna you tell the truth and try to dig deep in your soul or psyche and solve the biggest problems that you have in your life with your friend. After divorce, getting a new job, death in the family etc. these are famous "big sauna rituals". It's a soothing atmosphere where you can reflect on yourself as a person and how you can improve or if you've done some things that you regret. It's basically like a confessional in a secular shrine where you sweat a lot... And drink some lonkeros or beer (truth serum) 😅🍺 Also "vihta" means that you are driving away evil spirits (outer and inner cleansing) so lots of holistic pagan/occult/folklore deep stuff in our culture that go way back before Christianity took over.
Hi Mikaela!Exercise your brain, learn Finnish,it is very rewarding.The big girl problem will take care of itself in time, you are still young.greeting from a Brit in Turku.
@@NoSugarThanks You learn Finnish - in one year ! There are exchange students - that come to Finland - that speak suomi ! Military takes one year - so everybody that has an Finnish Passport - that live abroad !
When you talk to Americans and they ask "how are you", do you start introspecting about your life? I hate that it always takes me a dozen seconds or so to remember he does not care about the answer.
Nothing is like an old familiar cup, you can trust what it promises. It does not leave without permission with others. It gives you what you give it. It does not whine or sulk. It's with you until it breaks or you leave it.
Not sure did i mention in some other videos comment, but every time as i see your video, i think that you remind of actress Keri Russell quite alot (from serie Felicity).
Nice to see your perspective. One point: In my view russians are so family oriented because they don't trust anybody else, especially their government. Americans are so self-centered because narcissim is your culture, also you don't trust your government. Exaggerated, yeah I know. I think it's always beneficial to learn a language, but I'm also too lazy to do how I taught. At first it doesn't seem to be "enough value" to learn finnish or other random language, but in the end; it might change your life. As a finnish I'm also sure you never can't understand finnish culture without learning the language.
Kinda related to your video. In my opinion those high property taxes in the US are a terrible idea, like if a property owner for some reason gets into financial troubles and doesn't have enough money to pay the property tax (I guess a regular house $10 k yearly tax in some places) he/she is forced to sell the property. Of course the high property tax also raises rents.
Finland seems like a cool country. Completely off topic though, for a brief second I though the ceiling light behind you was made of handcuffs. I think I may need to go back to bed.
Finns canot do small talk (or any ohter conversation) before drinking atleast 3 beers.. :D FInns are a bit "cautios" making new friends, but usually the person who talks the least turns out a real smooth talker after you get to know them better. Finns usually think a lot before say anything. And we are shy. Our english is not perfect and we attend to get frozen with persons who's native language is english :D
I have frequently been impressed at the level of English that most Finns have actually! In some ways, it probably makes it difficult for me to learn Finnish because communication with Finns in English is so easy!
@@MigratoryMikaela Yep, we Finns are generally quite good in English - some just underestimate their skills (such typical Finnish thing to do). But I have heard many foreigners saying the same thing.
@@MigratoryMikaela I feel like Finnish people are thinking if you ask them "How are you?" that you ACTUALLY care for them and I mean of course in some sense you do care, but not in sense Finnish people feel like if you ask them this question. I feel like Finnish people might be fooled by American politeness and then Americans are amazed by Finnish honesty :D
As a fellow autistic and polyglot, I will say that the idea of your brain atrophying is a non-thing. I'm an older bloke, and I continue to enjoy learning new languages. You mention that you know Russian, so being the speaker of a second language (at least), you will never have trouble learning additional languages, as long as the languages and ways you choose to learn them suit your mentality. Now, get out there and do the thing. Cheers!
Skiing is exhausting only if you try to go fast. If you go barely faster than walking, it's not exhausting at all. Light jogging is definitely more exhausting.
@@jiilaa_with_randomness Sure, the same way bicycling is exhausting if you have a bike with brakes dragging all the time. I'd recommend fixing the equipment before using it.
Suomalaisia (hope I got that close to correct) are able to be "satisfied", and don't all feel the drive to be better, richer, smarter, more successful. Happiness can be found in a nice omakotitalo, kids, hobbies, travel... Evening classes in languages, professions, hobbies, are really affordable, and an excellent way to meet people, unlike in (z.B.) Germany, where even classes in German language are expensive, and many "hobby" classes seem to cost €200! Finns are not as hard to get to know as the "reputation", and friendship is meaningful. Don't expect workplace friends, look for common interests, meet people at the local bar, or Tori...
When I travel, I start learning the language with basic phrases and elaborate from there. Nobody cares about the grammatical mistakes; language is just a tool to get the nail down. Maybe you could also start with simple things, simple language, and let time be the teacher.
And, BTW, Finns are not at all bothered by speaking English, anyone under 50 years old, and generally speak very well... The only thing that is sometimes a bit difficult is the total lack of gender in pronouns, so that Finns sometimes say he, and she, in the same conversation, for the same person. But, Finland is far more gender - neutral than the USA, and many Finns have no use for "Mister" in conversation with senior people, preferring simple respect, without a lot of deference.
@@lohikarhu734 English has been the dominating foreign language taught in Finnish schools since the early 70s. Before that German was more dominating than English. My view is that people who are 65 years or younger generally speak good English.
You say that Americans are hard working - We all know that ! Have You ever heard of people that are studying alot - so if You work hard - do you still have time to study ?
I'f You want to feel like home talk to someone in autism specrum, formerly Aspergers syndrome. We can be direct without being polite. I just finished writing that when You mentioned Your Autism 😂
You already know not to expect small talk, If someone else did think that was what I meant. No we are the ones in Finland who are weird because our complete lack of it, in a coutry where it is already pretty non existant.
Yes...no "blah, blah, basketball score, blah, football hero, blah..." And USA Americans (vs. Mexican/Canadian/Chilean/Brazilian... Americans) can be incredibly "brittle" if your discussion touches sex, religion, military, patriotism, political parties, foreign policy... The wrong "opinion", stated to the wrong person can literally lead to violence!
In my RUclips app on Android the level's fine. I think RUclips automatically normalizes all videos to a certain loudness level, but maybe the normalization is inactive on some scenarios, like certain devices?
So you are in Finland there is one russian movie(funny,semi comedy) how one finnish guy came for russian hunt in Russia. It's named Osobennosti natsionalnoy ohoty.Особенности национальной охоты.
In Finland your success, status and human value does not exist. Sure you can have it nice but in the end there is only you, no expectations, just you. ...for now. Helsinki is kind of losing it's identity. It's more like multinational society where you experience the whole earth in one city since bus drivers stopped saying "good morning" Finns are fading fast.
Outside of Helsinki, Finns don't talk meaningless smalltalk, instead it's good to be prepared for the fact that if you talk to a Finn, the conversations can become very long, deep drawing and detailed and then it's not a good idea to stop and talk if you're in a hurry or don't have time to stay and talk. Such conversations can even last for hours and go on and on so that some employers even forbid all conversations in the workplaces to avoid people getting stuck in conversations. However, some say that this trait would only apply to us Häme people and sometimes Savo people and Karelians as well.
Good content but, Finland is the best place for illegal immigrants, refugees, asylum seekers etc. Coming to Finland as a legal immigrant (likewise me) to study, work, invest etc. is a waste of time.
Finns live in Finland and Estonians live in Estonia. Finnish language and Estonian language are related which means that grammar of languages are quite similar. Finns can't understand Estonian people when they speak their own language and vice versa unless you have studied the other.
Wow, I have never heard an american speak so calmly and at "normal" speaking volume.
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Maybe the Finnish reservedness has rubbed off on her?
@@satanic_rosaI was thinking the same. How long has she been in finland? edit: first time visitor. She must be canadian not from usa? 😅
And she said she is american. Must be from minnesota? 😅 edit: she is autistic? About the same as finnish from american perspective.
Ahh she is russian... what a plot twist.
I never been in Finland, but i feeling that Finns is good and kind people
Just people: good, bad and everything between..
There are so many People - that has no idea or knowledge of Helsinki and Finland ! Only At Canada - Thanks to NHL - almost everybody knows some players - that are born in Finland !
Many non-Finns had no idea Nokia is a Finnish company. They thought Nokia is from Japan, or something. xD
@E5rael I sure that many people don't know where Finnland on the map
@maxsolo2459
The name of the country is Finnland only in some languages. It's not the English name for Suomi.
Thank you, I really love interacting with people from the United States, as well, and all over the world in-general. We Finns tend to be quite reserved, especially around people we don't know quite that well. It doesn't mean we wouldn't be interested in you or the things you had to say. I think it might stem from our own issues regarding our own self-esteem and self-image. But I'm mostly speaking from my own personal experience. Other Finns may correct me regarding this. In any case, thank you for the kind words and the interesting video. Will look forward to hearing more from you!
They have a stereotype of being very cold. Not rude or disrespectful, but not as passionate as southern Europeans are known as. Southern Europeans will greet each other by kissing each other on the cheek for example. Northern Europeans not so much. Think of Drago from Rocky.
Such an interesting perspective. I've always viewed Finnish people as a bit shy and reserved when compared to other cultures, and that stereotype is true to an extent, but I guess we just don't care as much about superficial things like small talk, money or boasting about your accomplishments (even though I know that Americans don't mean it like that, but Finns might take it like that way) when we could just cut straight through that and have a more meaningful discussion on a deeper personal level. We are still at least somewhat connected to the nature and I guess old Finnish ancestral spirits are guiding us and giving this sense of wanting to connect and have a deeper meaning for life. I almost get anxious if I cannot enter the forest for awhile. It's a good place to seek solitude, meditate and let your subconscious bubble up and reveal what you need to do. Also sauna is a sacred place where you are literally naked (masque/alter ego off) with the other person so it is an unwritten rule that when you go to the sauna you tell the truth and try to dig deep in your soul or psyche and solve the biggest problems that you have in your life with your friend. After divorce, getting a new job, death in the family etc. these are famous "big sauna rituals". It's a soothing atmosphere where you can reflect on yourself as a person and how you can improve or if you've done some things that you regret. It's basically like a confessional in a secular shrine where you sweat a lot... And drink some lonkeros or beer (truth serum) 😅🍺 Also "vihta" means that you are driving away evil spirits (outer and inner cleansing) so lots of holistic pagan/occult/folklore deep stuff in our culture that go way back before Christianity took over.
Hi Mikaela!Exercise your brain, learn Finnish,it is very rewarding.The big girl problem will take care of itself in time, you are still young.greeting from a Brit in Turku.
@@NoSugarThanks You learn Finnish - in one year ! There are exchange students - that come to Finland - that speak suomi ! Military takes one year - so everybody that has an Finnish Passport - that live abroad !
When you talk to Americans and they ask "how are you", do you start introspecting about your life? I hate that it always takes me a dozen seconds or so to remember he does not care about the answer.
Nope. You always respond good and never give the answer. Or if someone says okay you still don't ask why.
Hi from Finland.. We dont do smalltalk (waste of time), we don't talk about money (to make someone envy, waste of time).. Nice and short vid..
Nothing is like an old familiar cup, you can trust what it promises. It does not leave without permission with others. It gives you what you give it. It does not whine or sulk. It's with you until it breaks or you leave it.
Not sure did i mention in some other videos comment, but every time as i see your video, i think that you remind of actress Keri Russell quite alot (from serie Felicity).
Are you sure, that you haven't been a Finn in your previous life😂🤗 your attitude is far from American one😄 nice video 😊
Nice to see your perspective.
One point: In my view russians are so family oriented because they don't trust anybody else, especially their government. Americans are so self-centered because narcissim is your culture, also you don't trust your government. Exaggerated, yeah I know.
I think it's always beneficial to learn a language, but I'm also too lazy to do how I taught. At first it doesn't seem to be "enough value" to learn finnish or other random language, but in the end; it might change your life. As a finnish I'm also sure you never can't understand finnish culture without learning the language.
Kinda related to your video. In my opinion those high property taxes in the US are a terrible idea, like if a property owner for some reason gets into financial troubles and doesn't have enough money to pay the property tax (I guess a regular house $10 k yearly tax in some places) he/she is forced to sell the property. Of course the high property tax also raises rents.
Finland seems like a cool country.
Completely off topic though, for a brief second I though the ceiling light behind you was made of handcuffs. I think I may need to go back to bed.
Well, you certainly aren't one of the loud Americans.
Don't worry. You seem too intelligent to small talk. And hair is just fine. We don't like fake people. Wellcome to finland!
Finns canot do small talk (or any ohter conversation) before drinking atleast 3 beers.. :D
FInns are a bit "cautios" making new friends, but usually the person who talks the least turns out a real smooth talker after you get to know them better.
Finns usually think a lot before say anything. And we are shy. Our english is not perfect and we attend to get frozen with persons who's native language is english :D
I have frequently been impressed at the level of English that most Finns have actually! In some ways, it probably makes it difficult for me to learn Finnish because communication with Finns in English is so easy!
@@MigratoryMikaela Yep, we Finns are generally quite good in English - some just underestimate their skills (such typical Finnish thing to do). But I have heard many foreigners saying the same thing.
@@MigratoryMikaela I feel like Finnish people are thinking if you ask them "How are you?" that you ACTUALLY care for them and I mean of course in some sense you do care, but not in sense Finnish people feel like if you ask them this question. I feel like Finnish people might be fooled by American politeness and then Americans are amazed by Finnish honesty :D
As a fellow autistic and polyglot, I will say that the idea of your brain atrophying is a non-thing. I'm an older bloke, and I continue to enjoy learning new languages. You mention that you know Russian, so being the speaker of a second language (at least), you will never have trouble learning additional languages, as long as the languages and ways you choose to learn them suit your mentality. Now, get out there and do the thing. Cheers!
By the way, that mug is one of the most common Moomin mug there is. "A slightly chipped Moomins in the blizzard" -special.
For sure, there are upsides to us Finns - just never thought it would be "the lack of small talk" LOL.
Small talk is useless.
Skiing ;) That's as exhausting as swimming. Ever tried it? Like cross-country skiing, not downhill...
Skiing is exhausting only if you try to go fast. If you go barely faster than walking, it's not exhausting at all. Light jogging is definitely more exhausting.
Well, you know when there's no slide on skis... It's exhausting, totally ;)
@@jiilaa_with_randomness Sure, the same way bicycling is exhausting if you have a bike with brakes dragging all the time. I'd recommend fixing the equipment before using it.
finaly american who is calm and nice
Why would we talk about money, when it's not an issue here?
The US is so much richer country than Finland is, but the money isn't a problem here. We just see life very differently.
Suomalaisia (hope I got that close to correct) are able to be "satisfied", and don't all feel the drive to be better, richer, smarter, more successful. Happiness can be found in a nice omakotitalo, kids, hobbies, travel... Evening classes in languages, professions, hobbies, are really affordable, and an excellent way to meet people, unlike in (z.B.) Germany, where even classes in German language are expensive, and many "hobby" classes seem to cost €200!
Finns are not as hard to get to know as the "reputation", and friendship is meaningful. Don't expect workplace friends, look for common interests, meet people at the local bar, or Tori...
This is very accurate
real nice!
Lol why does she herself give such finnish vibes.
I thought that Americans move around a lot - at least those that I know. Maybe it is related to my profession.
Why don't you run in snow?
When I travel, I start learning the language with basic phrases and elaborate from there. Nobody cares about the grammatical mistakes; language is just a tool to get the nail down. Maybe you could also start with simple things, simple language, and let time be the teacher.
The noize is not that bad.
And, BTW, Finns are not at all bothered by speaking English, anyone under 50 years old, and generally speak very well... The only thing that is sometimes a bit difficult is the total lack of gender in pronouns, so that Finns sometimes say he, and she, in the same conversation, for the same person.
But, Finland is far more gender - neutral than the USA, and many Finns have no use for "Mister" in conversation with senior people, preferring simple respect, without a lot of deference.
@@lohikarhu734 English has been the dominating foreign language taught in Finnish schools since the early 70s. Before that German was more dominating than English. My view is that people who are 65 years or younger generally speak good English.
I wouldn't be able to live in the US just because of the small talk, but of course there are other things also.
Привет, Микаэла) Как дела, как день?) Ты красивая и интересная)
You say that Americans are hard working - We all know that ! Have You ever heard of people that are studying alot - so if You work hard - do you still have time to study ?
I'f You want to feel like home talk to someone in autism specrum, formerly Aspergers syndrome. We can be direct without being polite. I just finished writing that when You mentioned Your Autism 😂
I was writing while listening.
You already know not to expect small talk, If someone else did think that was what I meant. No we are the ones in Finland who are weird because our complete lack of it, in a coutry where it is already pretty non existant.
Yes...no "blah, blah, basketball score, blah, football hero, blah..." And USA Americans (vs. Mexican/Canadian/Chilean/Brazilian... Americans) can be incredibly "brittle" if your discussion touches sex, religion, military, patriotism, political parties, foreign policy... The wrong "opinion", stated to the wrong person can literally lead to violence!
I could see that kind of conversation going badly pretty quickly
you might want to check the audio level, it's kinda low
In my RUclips app on Android the level's fine. I think RUclips automatically normalizes all videos to a certain loudness level, but maybe the normalization is inactive on some scenarios, like certain devices?
@@JiihaaS guess i don't have that option on, had to crank the sound up and the next video i watched was LOUD
Google translation thought you´re talking about finished people not Finnish people...and thanks that you call us Finns...we are not fishes... (fins)
Ha, true Finns dont talk.
So you are in Finland there is one russian movie(funny,semi comedy) how one finnish guy came for russian hunt in Russia. It's named Osobennosti natsionalnoy ohoty.Особенности национальной охоты.
In Finland your success, status and human value does not exist. Sure you can have it nice but in the end there is only you, no expectations, just you.
...for now. Helsinki is kind of losing it's identity. It's more like multinational society where you experience the whole earth in one city since bus drivers stopped saying "good morning"
Finns are fading fast.
That's pretty much in Helsinki area only. Finland is more than that.
Outside of Helsinki, Finns don't talk meaningless smalltalk, instead it's good to be prepared for the fact that if you talk to a Finn, the conversations can become very long, deep drawing and detailed and then it's not a good idea to stop and talk if you're in a hurry or don't have time to stay and talk. Such conversations can even last for hours and go on and on so that some employers even forbid all conversations in the workplaces to avoid people getting stuck in conversations. However, some say that this trait would only apply to us Häme people and sometimes Savo people and Karelians as well.
Helsinki has been a mix of cultures from the very beginning. Where do you think stadin slangi came from?
Good content but, Finland is the best place for illegal immigrants, refugees, asylum seekers etc. Coming to Finland as a legal immigrant (likewise me) to study, work, invest etc. is a waste of time.
Финны такие же как эстонцы🥱🤥
and Russians are the same as Kazakhs🥱🤥
There are differences.
Finns live in Finland and Estonians live in Estonia. Finnish language and Estonian language are related which means that grammar of languages are quite similar. Finns can't understand Estonian people when they speak their own language and vice versa unless you have studied the other.