In this episode, I take you on a journey through my recent trip to Finland, a country renowned for being the happiest place in the world for five consecutive years. I share my experiences and observations, mainly focusing on the cultural nuances I encountered, such as the surprising lack of eye contact among the locals and the stories behind that.

Before our trip, a friend warned us that Finns tend to avoid eye contact, which struck me as odd given the country's reputation for happiness. However, I soon discovered that making eye contact often led to people looking away, and engaging in deeper conversations revealed the warmth and beauty of the Finnish people. This prompted me to explore the historical context behind this behaviour, leading to a fascinating discussion with our shuttle driver.

Throughout the episode, I encourage listeners to examine their stories and consider whether these narratives are truly theirs to carry. I emphasize the importance of recognizing and releasing old stories that no longer serve us, allowing space for new possibilities and growth.

To support listeners in their journey of self-discovery and story transformation, I introduce my program, "The Stories We Tell Ourselves," which offers tools like hypnosis, subliminals, and EFT tapping to help release stuck emotions and reshape personal narratives. HIGHLIGHTS 00:00:00 - Introduction to Finland and Eye Contact 00:01:06 - Cultural Differences in Social Interactions 00:02:50 - Historical Context of Finland's Social Norms 00:04:38 - Conversations with the Shuttle Driver 00:06:56 - Rovaniemi's Unique Architecture and History 00:08:40 - Carrying Stories That Aren't Ours 00:09:54 - Experiencing Finnish Saunas 00:11:10 - Releasing Old Stories and Moving Forward 00:12:02 - Conclusion and Program Promotion Marsha Vanwynsberghe — NLP Storytelling Trainer, OUTSPOKEN NLP Coaching Certification, Author, Speaker, and Podcaster

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