'You're not to think you're anything special': Why Swedes hate standing out
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Swedes prize equality, dislike boasting and often prefer to blend in. The century-old idea of Jantelagen helps explain why – and offers visitors a key to decoding Swedish culture.

The century-old idea of Jantelagen helps explain why Scandinavian cultures prize equality and egalitarian behavior. Building a culture that prizes social welfare, a degree of conformity, and introduces a negative pressure not to distinguish yourself too much from the crowd. There’s another interesting article on it here: https://www.scandinaviastandard.com/what-is-janteloven-the-law-of-jante/

  • espentan@lemmy.worldEnglish
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    15 days ago

    Obligatory Finland is not part of Scandinavia comment.

    Janteloven is just part of culture and not usually something one considers in any way. It boils down to not being a loudmouth, selfish douchebag.