Finnish Male Statistics

Finnish men are like the dream of many women, more on that here:

True, they are not enough ...

The male population in the country is only 2 million 666 622 people,

- active age (from 20 to 65 years) - 1 870 221, among which the largest age group is from 55-60 years.

- men after 65 - 357 811 people,

- young Finns about 438 630

The average age for a Finnish man is 40 (women are 43).

Most of all men were born for some reason in 1948 - 42,000 people, they are now 66 years old.

In general, more boys are born steadily in the country, in the last couple of years - 105 boys per 100 girls.
Finnish women are quite happy with this "male alignment", their number and age gradation is about the same as for men:

2,760,052 women, of which the bulk of those who are 55-60 years old.

Men live here a little less than their northern friends - on average 75 years, (women - 82 years).

There are also long-lived men: in 2013, there were 100 centenary men in the northern country! If you remember that there are only 2 Finnish men with a little more than half a million .. not so bad!

Find out more about Finnish great men here:Finnish man in detail

In short: the average family, sports-oriented and low-drinking 77-year-old Finn built a house, planted a garden, raised two or three children.

And if not? Do you know other Finns? Of course there are bad Finns! Unfortunately, it is they who first of all bring the distorted Finnish culture to the populace of the border towns: Vyborg, Petrozavodsk, St. Petersburg and others, organizing there a “complete separation”. This is a special caste of Finns, which cannot be called typical, but one cannot forget about this category of the Finnish male population. Although their age, according to statistics, is very short.

A little about the sad.

The main cause of death for sentimental Finns is the heart. The mortality rate from cardiovascular diseases among men in Finland is the highest in Europe. Cancer is the second most common cause. In Finns, more often - lung and tracheal cancer.

Well, those descendants of the Vikings who refer themselves to the breed of cocky warriors, most often die from an accident "under the degree", making up the third group of causes of death.The stereotype that all Finns are drunkards is an exaggeration, although realthe basis is available.

1 out of 3 men are d his age dies from alcohol.

Terrible figures are obtained because the Finn, just the one "one of three", having started drinking, will no longer be able to stop, and will leave this world literally after 5 years of active abuse.

Alcoholism worries the Finnish state the men themselves

worried about other problems:

• loneliness - they are afraid of 54%
• not find a job or lose it (31%)
• inability to pay the loan-7%

Finnish work comes second after family. Male unemployment in the country is very high at the age of 18 to 24, but at 35-44 years old it is minimal, men, despite feminism, quietly oust women from leading positions, although they win back all the points when they reach the age of 45+. and after 50, Finnish men are again in the unemployed risk category.

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Those who have been to Finland as a tourist could hardly fully appreciate the restraint and silence of the Finns, which amazes even other Scandinavians, who are also not talkative people. Journalist Michael Booth, who has gotten to know the Finns well enough, tries to understand the reasons for their reticence - and gives advice on how not to get into a mess when traveling in Finland.

"Foreigners visiting Finland are struck by the taciturnity of local men," writes the English scholar Richard D. Lewis, an expert on Finland, in his book Finland, the lone wolf of world culture.

He claims that Finns do not like gossip and idle chatter, believing that the climate and nature of Finland have shaped the character of its inhabitants: “Low temperatures require laconicism. At 20 degrees below zero, you don’t flirt ... A broad American smile in the Helsinki wind can end in a toothache ".

Finland's climate and landscape have certainly played a role in shaping the national character. However, it is quite possible that the Finns owe their taciturnity to some extent to the homogeneous composition of the population.

Ethnic diversity in Finland is extremely low - immigrants make up only 2.5 percent of the total population, while in neighboring Sweden there are more than 30 percent. Thus, within the framework of the theory of high and low contextual cultures by the American anthropologist Edward T. Hall, Finnish society will be considered one of the most highly contextual cultures in the world.

Hall calls a highly contextual culture in which people share the same expectations, experiences, upbringing, and even genes. They need less verbal communication, because they are already sufficiently informed about each other and about the typical situations they find themselves in. In highly contextual cultures, words are given more importance, but the need for them is less.

In low-context cultures - for example, in London with its national, racial and religious diversity - the need for verbal communication designed to ensure mutual understanding between people is much higher. There is less generally accepted, less implied, and more gaps to fill.

Other Scandinavian countries also have a relatively homogeneous population and can be considered highly contextual. Norwegian social anthropologist Tord Larsen points to a similar phenomenon in his country, where everyone is more or less alike and "paradoxes and surprises are rare."

In such highly contextual countries as Finland and Norway, it is usually very easy to understand the people you deal with: how they think, what their actions and reactions will be. Finns hardly need to talk to each other.

“A Finnish everyday conversation can contain a minimum of words, but from the point of view of information content it can be equal to a two-hour conversation,” agrees Roman Schatz. “You sit with some Finn in complete silence for several minutes, and suddenly he says:“ Give me coffee. ”You think: “Oh, this is kind of rude.” But what I really mean is: we are friends, we do not need extra words like the English words “terribly afraid to bother” or “let me thank you very much, please.”

The Finns are good at keeping quiet among themselves. But when they go abroad or work with foreigners, problems begin, especially for men, who can speak too frankly and too bluntly, sometimes to the point of being rude. Small talk about anything is especially difficult for Finns. But even the Norwegians succeed in it, if they take it seriously.

“Finns are suspicious of verbosity. If you talk for four or five minutes in a row, they will start to think that they want to hide something from them, - writes Richard D. Lewis. - They belong to the reactive culture, or the culture of listening, in which not initiate conversations, but rather observe the development of events and only then get involved in what is happening. " Lewis agrees that there are historical and geographical reasons for this: "Sandwiched in the cold between the Swedish and Russian gentlemen, the Finns tried not to open their mouths until asked."

A Finnish friend told a story that, in his opinion, perfectly illustrates the attitude of Finns towards generally accepted norms of communication. He and his brother-in-law were driving along a suburban highway in a blizzard, and their car broke down. Half an hour later another car appeared. The driver stopped and came out to help.

Without opening his mouth, he climbed under the hood, somehow started the engine, just silently got into his car and drove away. An acquaintance of mine swears not a single word was spoken. He said to his brother-in-law: "How lucky we are! I wonder who it was?" To which the brother-in-law replied: "Yes, this is Juha. We studied at school together."

Another Finnish friend of mine told me that she likes to go hiking on weekends, but she prefers to do it alone. She gets annoyed when someone expresses a desire to join her. “If you have to spend the night at a camp site on a hike, and there is already another group, I get very upset - probably like most Finns. We like it better when we are alone,” she said, showing atypical talkativeness.

But the Danes, on the contrary, would be delighted to meet other Danes and get a reason to find mutual acquaintances, drink beer and sing songs together.

“If I’m in Helsinki for more than two days, I get a migraine. Too many people, too little personal space,” another Finn shared. “I once went to Hong Kong. It’s outrageous. So many people!” She shuddered at the recollection.

Once, flying over on an airplane, I looked out the window. I was amazed that even in the middle of the forest wilderness (75 percent of Finland's area is forest wilderness, and another 10 are frozen lakes), one could see the lights of houses, or the smoke of saunas, tens of kilometers away from civilization. Finn is calmer when the nearest neighbors are not visible, I thought, and this thought sounded strangely reassuring.

Finnish men are the hardest to talk to

The restraint of the Finns can be mistaken for shyness. The Finnish word ujo that denotes it does not have the negative connotations inherent in English shy. This is also the case for other languages ​​in Northern Europe. In this part of the world, shyness is seen not as an obstacle to communication, but rather as a testament to modesty, restraint, and a willingness to listen to others.

There are several degrees of Scandinavian shyness. In the category "excellent neighbor on a long-term flight, but bad - at a dinner party" the most difficult interlocutors - the Finns - are in the lead. They are followed by the Swedes, who also like to be quiet. Next are the Norwegians and Icelanders.

Danes in this sense are practically normal people, perhaps due to the fact that they have always been engaged in trade and live closer to continental Europe. They are better able to maintain the casual conversations that hygge requires at work. Therefore, the rest of Scandinavia is somewhat wary of the Danes, considering them the main sly and talkers of the region. "They have a bit of southern blood in them," one Norwegian told me in all seriousness.

It is a bold exaggeration in the eyes of those who have visited Denmark to attribute an almost Latin American temperament to the Danes and to see them as riotous, reckless, talkative adventurers. At the first meeting, the Danes seemed to me to be Germans, who were placed in improved interiors. Having lived among them and got to know their fellows in the region better, I understand why the Danes have such an image. Compared to a Finn or a Swede, any Dane is just a cabaret entertainer in Las Vegas.

Nordic shyness has gender characteristics. Scandinavian men are more likely to prefer silence, while women are more willing to help a foreigner feel at ease. This may be considered the result of my outstanding personal charm, but Finnish women seemed to me much more talkative than men. True, the latter should be given their due: having made a carefully considered decision to enter into a conversation, a Finnish man will express his final opinion, without burdening himself with etiquette and polities.

Only frivolous people are involved in advertising.

In some respects, Finns can be considered super-Scandinavians. Traditionally, Swedes, Danes and Norwegians keep themselves within the framework of the Janthe Laws: you cannot brag about your achievements or material wealth, you cannot consider yourself better than others, and the like. The Finns have taken this modesty to the next level, with many believing it hurts the country's export opportunities.

"We don't have the nerve to brag publicly about how good we are," said the head of Finland's tourism department recently. "We are quietly standing in a corner and hope that someone will pay attention to us."

Roman Shatz is about the same about Finnish modesty. "Take, say, a bolt. An American will introduce him to you something like this: 'This bolt will change your life! It will make you happy! This is the best bolt in the world" - and then he will describe its technical merits for two and a half hours. And the Finn will simply say: " Here's the bolt. "To advertise something is contrary to the Finnish mentality. Advertising and marketing are only frivolous people. And of course, in the world market, this hinders the Finns."

Sometimes it gets in the way in Finnish conditions as well. Heikki Aittokoski, editor of the international department of the Finnish national newspaper Helsingin Sanomat, said that colleagues often upset him with their restraint. “I like Finnish modesty,” says Aittokoski, formerly a correspondent in Berlin and Brussels, “but it’s detrimental to work if journalists need to promote their ideas or good reports. They will never say, 'This is a godsend! It needs an arshin headline! “.

I constantly tell them to be proud of their ideas. Once I was looking in other departments for a person with good English. They find a girl for me, and I ask if she really knows the language. "Well maybe. I learned a little English, ”the girl replies. It turned out that English is her specialty according to her diploma! She knows him perfectly. "

I wondered if the pathological isolation of the Finns was connected with what is considered to be negative aspects of Finnish society - melancholy, depression, aggressiveness, etc. Or, on the contrary, is it a consequence of historical trauma, unwillingness to discuss numerous conflicts and losses? Or is it just a side effect of the climate, which Richard Lewis thinks is too harsh in the area to encourage gay chatter?

Does a Finnish man really dislike talking and kissing? Four Russian women talk about life with Finnish husbands. Trust in a relationship is highly valued, but romance is still lacking.

"Finnish men don't want to show their feelings"

The best things about my ex-Finnish husband are feminist views, support for a woman's career aspirations and active participation in parenting. He spent a lot of time with our newborn baby and took on most of the responsibility for him.

I have not noticed any special Finnish features in my husband in everyday life. However, it seems to me that usually Russian husbands are more demanding. In Russia, women should always look good, look after the house and look after the children.

Finnish men don't want to show their feelings. True, I think men in general do not always show their feelings.

Katya, 34 years old

"I can go about my business - even in the evenings"

For some reason, stereotypes still exist in Russia about the role of women and men in relationships. Russian men believe that a woman should keep the house clean and cook food without the help of a man. I have not noticed such a stereotype in Finnish-Russian families.

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Trust is very important in Finland. I can go about my business - even in the evenings. I can meet my friends and freely choose my hobbies. I think this is how it should be in a relationship. In Russia, the husband, unfortunately, seeks to control his wife's expenses.

Russian men know how to be more romantic. They know how to surprise with flowers and gifts and, without additional requests, help women carry heavy things.

Of course, in Russia there are also men who trust women and men who can hardly be called gentlemen. In Finland, there are also enough jealous men who love to control others. I will still talk about my own experiences and what I have noticed in the relationships of my friends.

For Russians, family ties are usually very important. Parents, sisters and brothers are very close. In Finland, there is no such close relationship between relatives. I would like our family to live according to the Russian model.

Friends are also very important in Russia. Guests are a frequent occurrence in my homeland. My husband didn't like it at first, but he gradually began to get used to the company of other people.

Ekaterina, 29 years old

"Finnish men need to be taught how to give flowers"

The best thing about Finnish men is that you don't have to expect any surprises from them. My husband's “Finnishness” is evident in his daily life in the choice of healthy food and the importance of physical activity. Finnish culture pays more attention to a healthy lifestyle than Russian.

With a Finnish man, most decisions are made together. This is great, but still a little exhausting when it comes to simple things like choosing household items or where to eat.

Finnish men differ from Russians in that they do not believe that a woman should do all the household chores. However, Finnish men need to be taught how to give flowers every time, and not just potted ones that live longer.

My Finnish husband pleasantly surprised me with how caring and gentle he can be behind a shy and stoic shell. Loud belching in front of other people annoys me the most.

Anna, 29 years old

"The Finnish man dresses very stylishly, and the Russian man is like Putin."

Russian wives are very beautiful and take care of themselves, the house and the whole family.

The best thing about Finnish men is that they don't cheat. Finns will also help with house cleaning, cooking and raising children.

Finns are very precise and punctual. Russian men can be serious or friendly. The difference is also that the Finn dresses stylishly, has a European hairstyle and is shy. The Russian man either wears comfortable clothes or dresses like Putin.

What surprises me about a Finnish husband is that he is always ready to learn new things. What annoys me most is the closeness of Finnish men.

Albina, 35

Finnish men are looking for wives in Thailand and Russia

In 2017, 4.3 thousand international marriages were concluded in Finland, in which a citizen of the country permanently residing in Finland decided to start a family with a representative of another state.

Male Finnish citizens are more likely to marry foreigners than women.

In 2017, a third of the foreign darlings of Finnish men were representatives of two countries: Thailand and Russia.

In 2017, there were 300 marriages of Finnish men with Russian women.

Finnish men also marry Filipinos, Estonians and Chinese women.

In the modern world, it is getting harder and harder for a man. For centuries, the protracted struggle of the sexes explodes under his feet no longer comic shells. Science, technology and even medicine are also clearly on the side of women, who, having become completely bold, now and then start discussions on the topic: "A man is dying out, is it necessary to support his population?"

Oddly enough, but it is in Finland, the country of victorious feminism, that man and woman are not opponents, they are equal allies, united by a common pleasantly useful cause: enjoying life and raising offspring. Moreover, according to all polls, emancipated Finnish women respect their men, without whom life is impossible, if only because a man is the world's best protector, friend and father. The Finnish man really looks a lot like the ideal one.

Men, ay!

True, the number of wonderful Finnish men is strictly limited, for 1 km2 there are about 4 men of active age. The habitat is heterogeneous, there are places of concentrated accumulation of broad-shouldered blue-eyed, there are also areas of useless search. The largest number of all Finnish men is concentrated in the capital region - about 500 thousand, young Finns (up to 38 years old) are also often found in larger cities, for example, Tampere, Lappeenranta, Jyväskylä, Oulu. And men over 45 prefer to settle in small towns, mainly in the south, south-west and near the coast, as well as in Lahti, Imatra, Oulu, Tampere. The largest number of experienced men (over 60 years), of course, in the land of Santa Claus, in Lapland.

The male population in the country is only 2 666 622 people, active age (from 20 to 65 years) - 1 870 221, among which the largest age group is from 55 to 60 years. Men after 65 - 357 811 people, young Finns about 438 630.

The average age of a Finnish man is 40 years old (women - 43 years old).

Most of all men were born for some reason in 1948 - 42,000, they are now 66 years old. In general, more boys are born steadily in the country, in the last couple of years - 105 boys per 100 girls.

Finnish women are quite happy with this “male alignment”, their number and age gradation is approximately the same as for men: 2,760,052 women, of which the bulk of those who are 55-60 years old.

Men live here a little less than their northern friends - on average 75 years, (women - 82 years).

There are also long-lived men: in 2013, there were 100 centenary men in the northern country!

Men are different ...

Finns are very different - calm and noisy, beautiful and not, drinking, stingy, generous, athletic. As elsewhere, they are different. Even the stereotype of the big blond with blue eyes is wrong.

• Savolax are optimistic, with a sense of humor, friendly, sociable;
• dark-haired Karelians are sensitive, responsive, sentimental;
• Hamyalai people are talkative, like to drink, to argue, friendly, but also arrogant, touchy to the point of "showdown";
• Hyalai people are stubborn, constrained, silent, a little lazy, but very reliable and truthful. Considering that over the centuries the small population has been very mixed, this division is very arbitrary. A Pohjalai may live in the Savo or Helsinki region, and a Karelian in the Swedish islands.

There are also many Swedish Finns in the country, always tastefully dressed, cultured, low-drinking and traveling a lot.

But, despite all the male diversity, a resident of Finland, to one degree or another, has typical character traits:

• resentment. Especially when it comes to his home or country.
• passion for planning and calculating. For a Finn, improvisation is a real feat; one who has withstood a sudden “failure in the plan” is entitled to a medal. Want to piss off a Finnish man? Say that tomorrow, instead of the store, there will be a trip to the park. Have you seen the smoke of an exploded electrical appliance? You will have the opportunity to admire - this is how your man will look in a figurative sense at the moment of realizing the news. He's been planning a trip to the store all week, he can't walk in the park tomorrow.
• propensity for long reflections is not a property of the brain, it is a property of character, the Finn is very responsible for the decision made and the words spoken: “They take the bull by the horns, and they catch a man at his word,” says a Finnish proverb.
• “Think it over for a week, but say it clearly,” another proverb teaches. Finns don't understand hints and figurative expressions.
• laconic and obligatory. If there is essentially nothing to say, a real man will not talk about trifles. The Finn has a special attitude to what is said - he said, then he did. Or he didn’t say, but he did it on time.
• “Not all men wear pants,” says an independent Finnish man who rarely turns to other people for help and is critical of himself. Finn's problems are his own business. Who is guilty? Most likely, he himself and only himself will be able to fix everything.
• calmness and patience. But if you manage to infuriate the Finn, not only a fight can happen, but, with the support of alcoholic degree, even a shootout.
• Excitement, risk. Players, avid debaters for money, regular lottery participants. A sensible Finnish man sets up a special bank account "for games", where a certain amount of money periodically rotates, now increasing, then decreasing. Such an account is convenient because you can only risk the amount that has already been accumulated.
• lack of complexes about the appearance. Finns do not try to hide external flaws. They prefer sportswear, casual home and classic clothes. They have a special love for 80s fashion and are very fond of hats. And not only in combination with a long cloak, which would be appropriate. A true Finn can wear a wide-brimmed hat with sweatpants and a short jacket with an elastic band at the bottom "a la 80s".
• A true descendant of a Viking is powerful, long-haired and tattooed. Long hair for the men of the country of hard rock is a symbol of masculinity and a warlike spirit. Outside of this image are only those who are over 45 (then tattoos were not held in high esteem), the indigenous inhabitants of farms and those who, on duty, are forced to maintain the image of a respectable office worker.

The average Finnish city dweller is a 35-year-old single bar or sports fan.

The average villager is a 45-year-old father of a family, a lover of fishing and hunting.

Beer, fishing, sauna? Or movies, wine, casinos?

A typical Finn's morning begins with a mug (2-3) of coffee, reading a newspaper or news on TV. The evening is more varied. Someone has a sofa TV-Internet. Someone to the gym or jogging, someone to drive motorcycles or take a walk with a pet for 2-3 hours. If there is a child, then in the evening it is obligatory "daddy's time". On Fridays, many head to the bars right after work. Most often, combining pleasant - a mug (2-3) of beer with useful - billiards, a sports match on the big screen, or a karaoke bar. They can sit with friends on Saturday in some oriental restaurant - Asian cuisine, Mexican and Indian cuisine is in high esteem. Finnish men like it sharper.

A sauna is also obligatory on weekends. An additional sauna can happen at least every day - in the morning, before work and in the evening after work.

In the summer, of course, a dacha - where they go for the weekend to go fishing in silence by the lake, contemplating the surrounding and so close beauty of their native land.

The hobbies of Finnish men are known all over the world: every second Finn is either a guitarist or a racer. Everyday calmness and unhurriedness bursts out with "incendiary hobbies": motorcycles, hard rock and sports. Finnish boys seem to be immediately born skating, skiing and with clubs in their hands. And, of course, water sports, running and climbing are typical hobbies of Finnish men.

The Finnish man does not sigh at the moon, does not strew your path with rose petals, but he is quite capable of rock serenades with a guitar.

They say little about love - why? After all, the Finn does not throw words to the wind, if he once said that he loves, then he will definitely inform if he changes his mind. If that happens at all.

There is no need to expect seductions from a Finnish man, flirting is a completely incomprehensible concept either by the mind or by the body. The descendants of the Vikings are also not trained to compliment women. But your "prince" will not compose fairy tales, and you will not need a fork for noodles from your ears.

Yes, Finnish men rarely give flowers, but only because Finnish women did not bother to motivate them competently. Show once how immensely happy you are with the scent and the floral appearance - rush around the apartment with a vase, rearrange, admire, put your hand to your heart - and it drags the whole flower shop in your teeth.

In general, northern men are completely devoid of creativity, slow-witted, but very accommodating. One has only to "show in pictures" what you want, on what days, in what quantity - and "Voila!": Pink petals, a coat served, coffee in bed.

Striptease, cruise, any whim

Finnish men rarely take the first step. But not because they are indecisive, just because real men let a woman go ahead, inviting her to “speak out,” but what a Finnish woman wants is what a Finnish man gives her.

They appreciate a good housewife, but if a woman does not have time - it's okay! A wonderful, hardy Finn is very unpretentious in everyday life:

If there is no food, he goes to the store, cooks, feeds everyone. Recently, Finnish men have developed a fashionable hobby - cooking courses. They willingly spend their leisure time at the stove. He won't be hysterical about the dust on the TV either: he won't notice, or he will clean himself. In general, the broad-shouldered Finnish macho buzzes around the house like a bee, rumbles like a vacuum cleaner and squirt like a cutlet in a frying pan.

In addition to these small features, Finns have a quality rare for men - not pay attention to a woman's appearance and not notice her age. For example, the difference of 7 years "in favor of the wife" is generally considered the norm.

I decided: I’ll put a present for my husband on February 23rd under the tree in the living room. And then she has been without attention for a month.

If among the readers there are still women who do not like Finnish men, then after the next paragraph even their stone hearts will tremble.

A house is a pride for a Finn, so any breakdown and malfunction is repaired immediately, and there is no need to ask. If he himself cannot, he will control how the specialist will do it. The lawns near the house are cut, the snow is removed, the windows are washed, the tree is taken out in early January. And in general, the Finn is for variety: moving furniture is not a question, renewing the paint on the walls is happy.

And most importantly, Finnish men give a feeling of peace and reliability. They enjoy the routine of life and do not require constant celebration.

And as an incredible bonus, they completely share the "female happiness":

• Dress warmly
• And through the silence of the alleys
• We'll go hand in hand

Taking a walk before bed is an absolutely real sketch from the life of a Finnish couple.

And if the weather is bad, it is wonderful to sit in your house by the fireplace, wrapped in a blanket, watch TV, read, talk and hold the hand of a loved one.

There is, of course, one "but". A man, even a Finnish "racer and rocker", is prone to serenity and inactivity at home. Therefore, if a woman does not make an effort, almost the entire household and raising children will fall on her shoulders. Finnish ladies call such sloths "couch potato", finding which in their house, they ruthlessly throw out the door, in the sense of getting divorced. In Finland, it is not customary to literally kick men out of the house.

In general, a Finn may well live alone. But he doesn't want to: “A man without a wife is like a shed without a roof,” popular wisdom admonishes. “Marriage protects men from premature death,” a large-scale sociological study echoes her. There are not many single Finns - 22%, most of them are young people, because men prefer to have a family and especially children after they serve in the army, unlearn, find a well-paid job and take some steps in their careers, that is, around the age of 30 ...

Even a woman can build a house, plant a tree, but only a man can raise a child.

“The mother is dear, but the father is even more expensive,” - Finnish folklore seeks to give recommendations for all occasions, bearing in mind that it is the father who should be involved in the all-round development of the child: circles, sections, hobbies, trips. In Finland, fathers are more likely to be found walking and playing with their children than mothers. According to statistics, 56% of girls and boys (7-12 years old) like to spend time not with their mothers, but with their fathers. Beloved dads in Finland are celebrated on Father's Day, in November.

The status of the Finnish pope also emphasizes the right to paid maternity leave. A man can take a week's rest immediately after "giving birth", and then, if desired, nurse his son or daughter for 10 months, receiving 70% of his salary and without losing his job. The question of who will take care of the child is decided only from the point of view of material or career benefits. If the wife's salary allows, dad can sit with the child until the baby is three years old. According to statistics, in 2012, on average, every Finnish man from 15 to 77 years old had 2.23 children. At the age of 20–29, Finns have no more than 1 child. At the age of 34–39, as a rule, the second appears. The third child is rare, usually after 40 years.

As a result, the average family, sports-oriented and low-drinker 77-year-old Finn built a house, planted a garden, and raised two or three children. Otherwise, as statistics show, he did not live to see these years.

A little about the sad

The main cause of death for sentimental Finns is the heart. The mortality rate from cardiovascular diseases among men in Finland is the highest in Europe. Cancer is the second most common cause. In Finns, more often - lung and tracheal cancer. Well, those descendants of the Vikings who refer themselves to the breed of cocky warriors, most often die from an accident "under the degree", making up the third group of causes of death. The stereotype that all Finns are drunkards is an exaggeration, although there is a real basis. 1 in 3 middle-aged men die from alcohol. Terrible figures are obtained because the Finn, just that, 1 out of 3, having started drinking, will no longer be able to stop and will leave this world literally after 5 years of active abuse.

Alcoholism worries the Finnish state, men themselves are worried about other problems:

• loneliness - they are afraid of 54%
• not find a job or lose it (31%)
• inability to pay a loan - 7%

Finnish work comes second after family. Male unemployment in the country is very high between the ages of 18 and 24, but at the age of 35–44 it is minimal. Men, in spite of feminism, quietly oust women from leading positions, however, they win back all the points when they reach the age of 45+, and after 50 Finnish men are again in the category of unemployed risk.

And Finnish men don't have February 23rd. And no one will say kind words to them on this day, they will not praise them, there will be no gifts and official speeches. What to do, this is a holiday of Russian men. They deserve it, because no matter how wonderful the Finns are, our men are the best in the world!

It is not easy to be a man in this century.
To be the best, the winner, the wall,
A reliable friend, a strong person,
Strategist between the world, between the wars.
Men, dear, patience,
In solving difficult problems!
Health to you, love and inspiration,
Great victories and every success!

Marrying a Finn or how to get married happily in Finland

Finland, or Suomi, is a distant and mysterious country in the north of Europe, attracting attention with its originality and dissimilarity from others. Its magnificent nature, pristine lakes and mesmerizing landscapes attract tourists here, ancient buildings and attractions attract romantics and adventure seekers. This is the land of Santa Claus, magic gnomes and fairies. If you decide to marry a Finn and stay in Suomi, you will feel the amazing spirit of the New Year's fairy tale inherent in this stunning state.

Many people want to get married in Finland. Firstly, it is a prosperous country with a good standard of living, high social security of citizens and a calm, comfortable life. In addition, women are attracted by the amazing character traits of Finnish men, which make them ideal life companions. Probably no other country in the world will give you as many impressions as Finland, acquaintances, men who live here.

Many women looking for a husband on dating sites wonder whether marrying a Finn is good or bad. One thing can be said: here you should not look for happiness for those who are tuned in to windy, short-term relationships. Finn is reliable and stable. No wonder there are so many anecdotes about the representatives of this nation. Every Finnish man is solid as a tank, in which it is safe and nothing is scary. Yes, the mentality of a Finnish man often does not allow him to show his feelings, shower his beloved with millions of roses and sing serenades under the window. It is important for a Finn to prove his love in deeds, not in words. Finnish men are those people for whom the main thing is that all family members are well dressed, well fed and have everything they want. And only then romance and beautiful words. This is also appreciated when choosing a man, when the goal is to marry a foreigner, but it is not yet clear from which particular country.

Every Finnish man deeply values ​​the concept of family and marriage. This is a real breadwinner who perceives his wife as the mistress of the hearth. Hot Finnish guys are generous and magnanimous, and they are attached with all their hearts to those they love. Even if acquaintance with men from Finland did not develop into a romantic relationship, rest assured that you will find a faithful and devoted friend.

Finns have an amazing property - they know how to be friends. By marrying a Finn, you will learn that the main thing in this marriage is partnership and sincerity. A husband from Suomi is unlikely to deceive you even in trifles. These people are distinguished by simplicity and truthfulness, it is easier for them to tell the truth than to invent something.

Any acquaintance with Finnish men will prove to you that the people of Suomi are simple and natural. They are not inherent in the feigned stiffness or sugaryness that is the mental trait of some other nations. Finns are a bit shy, sentimental and reticent. Many people think that I will meet a man from Finland, and he will write long letters with declarations of love. This is not entirely true. The maximum that a Finn in love will allow himself to show is to write a short message that is unlikely to convey what hurricane is raging in his heart.

Dating Finland men over 50 have now become very popular among our compatriots. The fact is that the Finns are not looking for young nymphets, preferring a life partner of equal age. In Finland, it is generally accepted that life after 50 is just beginning. Older people are active, travel, work and play. Many older men dream of finding their soul mate, who would become a reliable friend and companion. On most sites offering dating Finland men, it is easy to find thousands of profiles of older Finnish men who want to find their destiny.

If you dream of finding a true friend and beloved man all rolled into one, Finland and Finnish men will be the best choice for you. Become happy in Suomi!