Additional Review Flashcards
It is the personal disorientation a person may feel when experiencing an unfamiliar way of life due to immigration a visit to a new country, or a move between social environments.
Culture shock
A Filipino of today is the “unity of _______, ________, and _____ cultural influences”.
Asian, American, and European
Positive Values of Filipinos:
- Pakikipagkapwa-tao
- Family-oriented
- Joy and Humor
- Generosity and Helpfulness
- Strong Work Ethic
- Faith and Religiosity
- Ability to Survive
It refers to Filipinos’ openness to others especially to their friends and relatives. They value relationship which entails a sense of belongingness with deep personal concern.
Pakikipagkapwa-tao
Filipinos value most their loved ones. The family is one of the major reasons for their triumphs and sacrifices and a source of name, support, and security.
Family-oriented
Filipinos manifest a sense of humor whether in bad times or good times. No matter how difficult the situation a Filipino will try to find its brighter side.
Joy and Humor
Filipinos’ willingness to share what they have and help those in need is clearly shown in times of trials and difficulties.
Generosity and Helpfulness
One of the best assets of Filipinos is being hard-working people. This is the reason why employers abroad have high respect for Overseas Filipino Workers.
Strong Work Ethic
Filipinos are known for a strong religious faith which is manifested in devotions, attending prayer meetings, and religious services.
Faith and Religiosity
Filipinos could endure through difficult times. They are resilient and have the willpower to overcome trials and challenges in life.
Ability to Survive
Negative Values of Filipinos:
- Crab Mentality
- Extreme Family-centeredness
- Lack of Discipline
- Colonial Mentality
- Lack of Self-analysis and Self-reflection
It refers to pushing each other down to clear the way for personal gain. This is most evident during election time or when there is competition for promotion among colleagues.
Crab Mentality
The breadwinner of the family tends to support one’s family at all costs even if it means committing illegal and immoral acts.
Extreme Family-centeredness
Filipinos have a relaxed attitude towards time that’s why we have the so-called “Filipino Time”, which deviates from its original meaning of being early as what the early Filipino farmers exemplified. It is also observable in violating traffic rules.
Lack of Discipline
Filipinos tend to prefer foreign products instead of patronizing Filipino-made. We have the stigma to look at foreign products and talents as superior to our own.
Colonial Mentality
We tend to be superficial in the face of serious problems. Oftentimes, we emphasize form rather than substance.
Lack of Self-analysis and Self-reflection
It is an external or visible indicator of one’s social position or economic status. It has the function to “facilitate the transmission of culture from group to group, facilitate preservation and promote the harmony of the group”.
Social Symbol
Social Symbols and Practices of Society:
- Material Possessions
- Societal Recognition
- Symbol of Love
- Symbol of Peace
- Flag Symbol
- Symbol of Friendship
- Symbol of Wedding