“Sisu “, The Fantastic Finnish Strategy For Difficult Moments

During the Second World War, the Finns, fewer in number than the Russians, stoically resisted. The term

Life can hit us hard in different ways. From very different sides and with completely different methods. Sisu could help in these situations.

What sets us apart, however, is the way we face the hurdles and difficulties of our fate.

We all know that none of us are protected from the adversities of life. Yet we are genetically and biologically prepared to face them, even though no one has prepared us for it.

Man has 3 “magical” abilities that have made it possible to get where we are today: perseverance, resilience and values.

We have all overcome difficulties, suffered losses, and overcome problems. Every effort,  every stone conquered on the way, is a success that we can then be proud of.

However, there are several techniques that can help overcome difficulties. We can also learn a lot from other cultures and adopt interesting techniques.

Today we are talking about a Finnish method that shows us that behind the cold outside there is a warm heart and a combative spirit.

Then find out what  Sisu means and how you too can benefit from it.

Sisu: A brave spirit in difficult times

Many imagine Finland as an ideal state with excellent social policies, little corruption and a world-wide acclaimed education system.

It is an economically highly developed seed, which is also characterized by its democratic thinking.

In addition, the Finns are known for their bravery. In history, too, this caused many conversations when, for example, Russia declared war on Finland in 1939.

800,000 Finnish soldiers face an army of 2.5 million Russian soldiers

The comparison between Finland and Russia is without a doubt astonishing.

800,000 Finnish soldiers faced an army of more than two million to defend their homeland. The climate and landscape hardly differ in this area between Russia and Finland.

However, the Finns fought so bravely  that the bitter fighting ended after a year with a peace agreement. What leads us today from this event is then an attitude to life that is called “Sisu”.

Sisu – the potential that you have within you

Sisu refers to the strength inherent in every human being. But she almost always has to wake up first.

Sometimes a small obstacle is enough to awaken this potential and  to become more resilient through  Sisu and to move forward.

It is precisely this potential that the Finnish people used for themselves in the Second World War. Sisu is still his battle cry, which is deeply anchored in his heart. Because with it you can defy any adversity and emerge successfully from it.

In the further course we explain how to put Sisu into practice.

5 Finnish Keys to Confronting Difficulties

1. Control stress and don’t let fear dominate you

In difficult moments, it is especially important to be effective in dealing with anxiety and stress.

• When negative emotions bring you to your knees, it’s time to fight back. You turn into a small branch that won’t break from the passing wind.

We need to be able to control our fears. We need to approach panic rationally and bring stressful feelings under control.

2. Be persistent

Perseverance is an endangered asset in today’s society. That’s because we’re all impatient and want everything right away.

But people who have sisu are more patient. They accept frustrations, are creative, wait for the right moment and move forward step by step without giving up, without ever wavering.

3. Practice honesty

Respect for oneself and for others is a fundamental value in the Finnish people.

Everyone cares about their fellow human beings because it is clear to them that survival is ensured in community. Finns understand that protecting and respecting themselves and others means a better quality of life.

4. Learn to solve small conflicts, so it works with big ones too

People with sisu do not hide from problems. They prefer to face them by looking for solutions.

Conflict is a part of life. Learning how to solve the most basic problems from a young age is very important in order to then overcome the adversities of life.

5. Be resilient today, tomorrow and always

Resilience is the mirror of a brave and wise soul. Resilient people have learned to face the adversities of life and to transform themselves, to be strong and brave.

• Sisu has a lot to do with resilience. So much that for some it is equated in meaning. It is the reaction to certain circumstances of life that we have to overcome sooner or later.

This Finnish strategy of facing problems is not unknown in our culture either. However, it is important to put them into practice and thus understand life better and always look ahead.

Conquer the islands of your sorrow and turn them into a life full of happiness!