What is sisu?

For Finns, sisu is more than just a word; it is very much embodied as part of Finland’s national character.

On the one hand, it is a mystical almost magical force, thing, concept or entity that occupies the core of Finnish spirit, values and culture; while on the other, it is something deeply personal that as the exists in the heart of Finns in terms of who they are as individuals and who they are as a people.

Sisu translates is more than simply ‘grit’ and ‘resilience’.

Sisu – a capacity of extraordinary determination and resilience – has helped the Finns quietly achieve their potential and become a global success.

This ‘mysterious force’ has played an important role in every area of their lives: in business, politics, relationships, education and in childhood.

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