For years, many Finns have seen Sweden as looking down on us -like “hillbilly alcoholic cousins”: hardworking, but rough around the edges, fond of vodka and saunas, and living in the cold, remote corners of Northern Europe. Swedes have often viewed Finns as people who needed help, but not quite serious cultural contenders. We were…
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From Abba to Öky: A Journey Through Nordic Words
Some people see the Nordics as a utopia—a perfect place to live because of the high quality of life, strong social systems, and beautiful nature. They admire how Nordic countries prioritize education, healthcare, and equality, believing these factors contribute to a happy society. For them, the Nordics represent a harmonious balance between modern life, work,…