What is Finnish culture? Have you ever wondered what life is like in Finland? Englishman John Swallow has lived in the land of saunas and sisu for fifteen years, enjoying the forests and lakes of the countryside and striving to achieve the famous Finnish work/life balance. A recent challenge led him to ponder the definition of Finnish culture and some of its key elements. These thoughts kickstarted a journey of discovery that revealed everything from feelings of admiration and wonder to amusement and downright hilarity. After much consideration, he finally identified a possible list of factors that might make up the essence of this country’s culture. After reading this, you might even be tempted to bring a little Finnishness into your own life.