Tuntemusperäinen

Tuntemusperäinen is a Finnish term that translates roughly to "feeling-based" or "experience-based." It describes a phenomenon or understanding that arises from personal feelings, emotions, or direct sensory experiences rather than from objective analysis, logical deduction, or learned knowledge. This concept is often encountered in discussions about subjective experiences, intuition, and the qualitative aspects of human perception.

When something is described as tuntemusperäinen, it implies that its truth or validity is not derived from external evidence or empirical proof but rather from an internal sense or feeling. This can apply to a wide range of situations, from an individual's gut feeling about a person or a decision to a deeper, more profound understanding of a concept that cannot be easily articulated but is deeply felt.

In fields like psychology or philosophy, the term might be used to differentiate between knowledge acquired through intellect and knowledge gained through lived experience. It acknowledges that some aspects of reality or understanding are best grasped through direct involvement and emotional resonance. While subjective, tuntemusperäinen understanding can be a powerful driver of human behavior and decision-making, often influencing choices in ways that purely rational approaches might not. It highlights the importance of the inner world in shaping our perception and interaction with the external environment.