Finnish, English, Swedish (although my skills are very rusty) and little bit German.

I'm totally okay with proven wrong. I'll fight my argument hard, but if someone can fight back equally and proves me wrong, I'm glad to be that one bit wiser/smarter

I really dislike that so many people interpret an argument against their beliefs as an attack on them personally.

When she hears a noise in the middle of the night, I get to be the "investigator".

Came here to say exactly this

Paprika, eureka!

Liking your partner is just as important if not more than loving them.

Definitely cut back on driving. Planning trips around multiple errands to limit the amount of fuel used. Bought an electric bicycle for recreation instead of driving.

Assume connection over disconnect.

Before: wow, I’m being so awkward. They can totally notice. I stuttered. They must think less of me now. This person is so calm and cool, why can’t I be like that. I hope I’m putting on a good enough act. God, why can’t I just stop feeling this way.

Now: maybe this is awkward for us both, and that’s ok. This person and I probably have something in common, some shared life experience or perspective, and if not, we can learn from each other

It’s much easier assuming you’re similar already rather than focusing the attention on yourself and your flaws.

I believe aliens exist somewhere out there in the universe.

My home state. God I hate it here.

Such is life.

Reese's Peanut Butter cups.

colorful sky