internalisoimaan

internalisoimaan is a Finnish verb that translates to "to internalize" or "to make internal" in English. It is derived from the Finnish word "sisäinen," meaning "internal" or "inner." The verb can be used in various contexts, referring to the process of integrating something into one's own thoughts, beliefs, or behaviors. For example, one might internalize a moral code, a set of values, or a particular way of thinking.

The process of internalisoimaan often involves a period of learning, reflection, and acceptance. It suggests a transformation from an external concept or influence to an intrinsic part of an individual's identity or functioning. This can occur consciously, through deliberate effort and practice, or unconsciously, as a result of repeated exposure and assimilation.

In psychological contexts, internalisoimaan can describe how individuals adopt societal norms, parental guidance, or learned behaviors to the point where they become self-regulated. For instance, a child might internalize rules of conduct and follow them even when not supervised. In a more abstract sense, it can refer to the assimilation of knowledge or understanding, where information is not just memorized but deeply understood and integrated into one's existing framework of knowledge. The term emphasizes the shift from something external to something that originates from within.