So sorry to read about your experience but sadly not surprising. Finns are a reserved & stern nation that is increasingly not too ‘foreigners’ friendly
Thank you, Galina. We've been given hints by Stefan's family (who moved to Finland some 20y ago and who, beyond the good stuff, have also been badly trampled down by the system there) on the unwelcoming nature of the Finns, yet I make an effort to stay away from generalisations, as they are damaging for all parts involved. I can also see how the lack of sun and the harshness of the weather can propel the people up north towards a more reserved and austere culture/personality. It's NATURE. At the same time I think a behaviour and a mentality like this one goes beyond cultural differences, and that the human species is degenerating as we speak, unfortunately.
I agree with you & also don’t want to generalise, as I travel to Finland sometimes, enjoy nature & have many dear friends there who are wonderfully warm
So sorry to read about your experience but sadly not surprising. Finns are a reserved & stern nation that is increasingly not too ‘foreigners’ friendly
Thank you, Galina. We've been given hints by Stefan's family (who moved to Finland some 20y ago and who, beyond the good stuff, have also been badly trampled down by the system there) on the unwelcoming nature of the Finns, yet I make an effort to stay away from generalisations, as they are damaging for all parts involved. I can also see how the lack of sun and the harshness of the weather can propel the people up north towards a more reserved and austere culture/personality. It's NATURE. At the same time I think a behaviour and a mentality like this one goes beyond cultural differences, and that the human species is degenerating as we speak, unfortunately.
I agree with you & also don’t want to generalise, as I travel to Finland sometimes, enjoy nature & have many dear friends there who are wonderfully warm