Random Thoughts on Happiness: A Finn Returns Home
Moving back to Finland after years abroad has been an adventure—and full of surprises. This page is my collection of random observations about the little things that make me (and other fellow Finns) happy.
Pesutupa (Shared Washing Room) makes Finns happy
Ever thought a communal laundry room could be a source of joy? In Finland, it absolutely is.
In Finland, most apartment buildings come with a pesutupa—a shared laundry room that’s nothing short of everyday luxury. And the best part? It’s usually free of charge!
These aren’t your run-of-the-mill laundromats. A pesutupa includes washing machines, dryers, and even a dedicated drying room where you can hang your sheets to dry. Imagine fresh, line-dried linens without sacrificing half your living room to a drying rack.
Honestly, for anyone over 30, this is peak happiness. Who needs a fancy car when you’ve got perfectly folded laundry and no dryer to maintain? Finland, you’ve nailed it.
International Media Talking About Finland Makes Finns Happy
Did you know that anytime Finland gets mentioned abroad, it becomes national news? Case in point: when Stephen Colbert made a joke about us, it didn’t just trend on social media—it made headlines in our biggest newspaper.
We Finns are like a shy kid in school who secretly loves the spotlight. We pretend it’s no big deal, but trust me, we’re saving every mention for posterity.
