In this engaging discussion, Hamed, a 43-year-old software engineer originally from Iran, recounts his experiences adapting to life in Finland. Hamed shares his journey of learning Finnish, which was initially challenging due to his temporary mindset and resistance to the language. Eventually, his perspective shifted as he accepted Finland as his new home. Hamed highlights the role of making Finnish friends, listening to music, and immersing himself in Finnish culture as crucial to his language acquisition. He recounts specific experiences, such as working in a multicultural center, participating in language courses, and navigating daily interactions. Notably, he discusses how expressing emotions in Finnish significantly improved his fluency. Hamed emphasizes the importance of mindset, cultural immersion, and having fun in the process of learning a new language. His story provides valuable insights for anyone struggling to learn Finnish or integrate into a new culture.

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00:00 Mindset Shift: Accepting Finland

00:28 Introducing Hamed

03:27 Journey to Finland: A Twist of Fate

09:14 Settling in Finland: Early Struggles and Acceptance

13:18 Learning Finnish: The Turning Point

14:35 Language Learning Journey: Courses and Immersion

30:12 Practical Experiences: Internships and Jobs

34:16 Customer Service and Learning Finnish

35:31 Navigating Finnish Formalities

37:29 Overcoming Language Barriers in Sales

41:13 Embracing Finnish Culture

42:00 Effective Language Learning Strategies

42:49 Mindset and Integration

46:39 Practical Tips for Language Learning

01:03:56 Challenges and Encouragement

01:08:06 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

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