08 Oct
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Embracing Shamanic Traditions in Modern Times

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For centuries, the enigmatic figure of the shaman has captivated our collective imagination, evoking images of mystics who bridge the gap between our world and the spirit realm. However, as we delve deeper into the 21st century, it’s crucial to dispel some outdated notions about shamanism and recognise its evolving role in our modern society.

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22 Jun
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Midsummer Celebration in Finland: Embracing Mystical Traditions

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Midsummer, known as Juhannus in Finland, is one of the most beloved and widely celebrated holidays in our country. Falling around the summer solstice, usually between the 20th and 26th of June, Midsummer marks the longest day of the year and the arrival of the much-awaited summer season. It is a time when we Finns come together to embrace nature, enjoy the outdoors, and partake in age-old traditions.

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13 Jan
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Mythical Northern Lights – sparks from power animals or messages from the souls?

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The Northern Lights, the colourful light pattern dancing in the northern sky, have amazed and fascinated people throughout history. They still attract huge numbers of tourists to Lapland to admire the Aurora Borealis. In Finnish folklore, there are several birth stories for the northern lights and they also have many different names. What they have in common is that they were often associated with something dark and gloomy.

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