Political self pt.4 Flashcards
???? are centered around the concept of kapwa
Filipino values and psychology
which refers to a shared inner self.
When someone regards another as this, they recognize a mutual sense of identity and consciousness with that person. This idea is important not just on an individual level, but also within the community.
kapwa
In the Philippines, great emphasis is placed on maintaining ????. Consequently, concern for how others perceive one’s actions and thoughts strongly influences social behavior.
social harmony and seeking social acceptance
3 Main Value Orientations Resulted in the Core Value of Kapwa
1.Filipinos love to connect, especially with people.
- Filipinos like to experience the multidimensional wholeness of life.
- Filipinos are highly participatory.
Some of the positive values that Filipinos have historically held are important:
1.Caring for aging parents is a valued expectation.
2. Humor and positivity
3. Bahala na
4. Religion & spirituality
5. Filipino hospitality
6. Bayanihan
The Filipino community emphasizes the family, with children typically remaining in their parents’ homes until they get married.
As a result, it’s common to see multiple generations or families living together. This emphasis on family is also evident in the high level of care nurses and caregivers.
what trait is this?
Caring for aging parents
Despite frequent natural calamities, Filipinos are encouraged to remain optimistic and find the silver lining in difficult situations.
what trait is this?
Humor and positivity
Filipinos value adaptability and quick thinking, which reflects a belief in a higher power and the submission of one’s fate to uncontrollable elements.
While some view this as a form of fatalistic submission, for others, it is a positive affirmation that allows them to face problems head-on.
wht trait is this?
Bahala na
this traits are deeply ingrained in Filipino culture, with Catholicism and Islam having a significant influence.
? plays a big role in society and shapes the values and principles of many Filipinos.
Religion and spirituality
Religion
this trait is known for being warm and welcoming. Hosts typically provide food, entertainment, and local tours to their guests. Guests are often given pasalubong, or souvenirs, to take home as a token of appreciation.
Filipino hospitality
a core value in Filipino culture.
Neighbors come together to help each other and make tasks easier. This is often seen in rural areas, where entire houses are moved with the help of wooden poles carried by a group of able-bodied men while women cheer them on and celebrate afterward.
Bayanihan, or community spirit,
Negative Traits of Filipinos
- Crab mentality
- Procastination/Mañana Habit
- Bahala na/come what may
- Hypocrisy/being two-faced
- Ningas cogon
- Filipino time or tardiness
- Gossiping
- Blaming others for mistakes
The Filipino “??” is a harmful perspective on competition that discourages others from taking opportunities and even tries to destroy their reputation.
It sabotages others to be the only one at the top. Rather than being supportive, Filipinos should see others’ achievements as inspiration to reach their own goals and understand that everyone’s success contributes to the betterment of the country.
Crab Mentality
is a behavior that slows down progress in the Philippines.
This can be seen in the many government projects left unfinished. Similarly, many individuals delay starting tasks until the deadline, which often results in poverty for years. If these projects had been completed on time, many Filipinos would have benefited.
Procrastination, or the “Mañana Habit,”
??? habit is a destructive behavior in which people leave outcomes to chance rather than taking action to achieve their goals.
This can be seen in students who spend more time playing computer games than studying, hoping to pass through luck rather than hard work. It is important to understand that faith alone is not enough to achieve success and that work is necessary to accomplish one’s goals.
The “Bahala na” or “come what may”