Imeyttävyyspäivä
Imeyttävyyspäivä, which translates to "Soaking Day" or "Absorption Day" in English, is a Finnish tradition that takes place on the day after St. Stephen's Day, December 27th. The name refers to the idea of absorbing or soaking up the goodness and blessings of the Christmas season, and perhaps also the lingering effects of feasting, into the coming year. It is a day for quiet reflection and preparing for the new year ahead.
Historically, Imeyttävyyspäivä was a time when people would stay indoors, enjoying the warmth and comfort of
In modern times, Imeyttävyyspäivä is not widely celebrated as a distinct holiday. However, the underlying sentiment