Sisu-per Power: The Art of Not Giving Up. Applying Finnish Resilience to Enhance University Students’ Well-Being
Sisu-per Power: The Art of Not Giving Up. Applying Finnish Resilience to Enhance University Students’ Well-Being

Summary/Abstract: University life presents both personal and academic challenges, often testing students’ resi-lience and emotional strength. The Finnish concept of sisu, which embodies grit, persever-ance, and the courage to endure, offers valuable strategies to foster student well-being in higher education. This paper explores sisu as a psychological tool adapted to the academic context, with practical applications for students aiming to enhance their resilience, manage stress, and maintain motivation. As two academics from the University of Gdańsk – a psychologist at the Academic Psychological Support Centre and a lecturer in Finnish language – we aim to present sisu as a framework for improving student well-being.

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