Kannustus
Kannustus is a concept in Finnish describing encouragement, support, or morale-boosting given to an individual or group to help them pursue and achieve goals. It includes verbal praise, affirming feedback, guidance, and practical assistance. Kannustus is commonly invoked in education, sports, workplaces, and family life.
Etymology: Kannustus is derived from the verb kannustaa, meaning to urge or encourage. The noun form kannustus
Applications: In schools, teachers use kannustus to reinforce learning and persistence, through praise and constructive feedback.
Relation to motivation: Kannustus is commonly seen as social support that complements intrinsic motivation. While motivation
Related terms include tsemppaus (a Finnish colloquial term for pep or boost), motivaatio (motivation), and sosiaalinen