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Dyeing the Skin on the Shaman Drum: A Unique and Creative Craft

The shaman drum, is a fascinating and distinctive handcraft that can be brought to life with a little dedication and know-how. When creating your own drum, you’ll often find yourself in the position of dyeing the drum skin. In Finland, reindeer hide is commonly used for drum skins, while in other parts of the world, leather from cattle, camels, or even deer might be employed.

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Midsummer Celebration in Finland: Embracing Mystical Traditions

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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Nature connection – why is it important to us?

You and I are part of nature and Mother Earth. We are living and conscious beings – and so is Mother Earth. The natural elements: earth, water, fire and air vibrate deep in your body, and you are also one with the plants and animals. You may not be aware of this, or your original connection may have been lost.

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What messages can be found in the rock paintings of our ancestors?

There are more than 100 rock paintings found in Finland. The paintings date from between 5000 and 1500 BC. The most famous sites include the Astuvansalmi rock paintings and Hossa Värikallio. Numerous domestic and foreign tourists visit these areas every year. Can rock paintings be viewed in any other way than just as an ancient relic? Can a modern person find in them a message left by our ancestors?

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Stress, depression, burnout? Seek help from your power animal

A power animal – what is it? The concept might be strange to many of us.At school, we don’t learn what a power animal is, because western society treats them mostly as a nonsense. However, a power animal could be described as some kind of spiritual guide that takes the form of an animal in a person’s mind. Read how to connect with your own power animal.

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