pettuskaitse
Pettuskaitse is a concept that originated in Estonia. It refers to the understanding and respect of people's personal space and boundaries. The term is a compound of "pette," meaning "peace" or "calmness," and "uskaitse," meaning "understanding" or "respect."
In the context of human interaction, pettuskaitse encompasses the ability to recognize and respect individual boundaries,
Pettuskaitse is considered an essential aspect of social interaction in Estonian culture, and is often encouraged
In day-to-day interactions, pettuskaitse might manifest as avoiding personal questions or showing respect for someone's physical
Pettuskaitse shares similarities with concepts such as personal space, body autonomy, and emotional boundaries, which are
While pettuskaitse is a unique concept to Estonian culture, its underlying principles of respect, understanding, and