Truth About Finnish Relationships: Self-Sufficiency, Silence and Sisu I Miika Martikainen

Get your FREE guide to dating in 6 European countries HERE: https://tinyurl.com/2rp2tt6u Complete guides to dating in Finland: https://www.dating-beyond-borders.com... This week, I talk to Miikka, a Finnish content creator known for his videos on Finnish culture. We dive into everything from saunas to small talk, with a special focus on Finnish relationships. Miikka shares insights on gender equality, the lack of PDAs, and what he wouldn't tolerate on a date. Tune in for a candid look at dating in Finland and the cultural nuances that shape relationships. Say hi to Miikka:   / miikka_martikainen   Each week I will interview guests from all around the world on the topics of culture, connection and of course, dating. The goal is to go as deep as possible and to really understand where we all come from and how much culture influences our life. Sign up to the weekly newsletter: https://datingbeyondborders.eo.page/n... Say hi on Instagram:   / datingbeyondborders   Dating Beyond Borders channel:    / datingbeyondborders   0:00 Intro 1:44 How true is the Finnish man stereotype? 2:13 Do Finns hate small talk? 4:50 Do Finns hate compliments? 6:30 Do Finns love living far away from each other? 11:16 Finnish men don't know how to talk? 15:26 One place Finns do open up 18:55 Finns love this one activity 25:36 Do Finnish men not say "I love you" often? 27:00 Do Finnish men give flowers and gifts? 28:50 Finns don't like theater in dating 29:40 Gender roles in dating: what if the woman expects chivalry? 37:24 Is jealousy a part of Finnish relationships? 42:39 Why is "sisu" important? 44:50 Are Finns happy? 47:46 Finnish work-life balance 49:50 Other important Finnish concepts 59:46 Finland is incredibly quiet 1:01:50 What is your advice to foreigners on meeting Finns?