Friday, August 1, 2014

GENERAL FILIPINO VALUES

} Utang  na loob  - this refers to a debt of gratitude which is difficult or almost impossible to quantify.  The Filipino feels obligated to return a favor or help given to him.

} SIR – It refers to smooth interpersonal relationships, such as the use of polite language. Soft voice; gentle manner, euphemism, all of which are intended to avoid directness or frankness.

} Pakikisama – It refers to good public relations or the avoidance of open disagreement or conflict with others.

}  Paggalang -  It is respect toward elders and superiors.  It is manifested in the use of po and opo when talking with elder people.

}  Pakikialam -  This refers to the tendency of the elders and superiors to be officious or to meddle in the business of their children and subordinates, sometimes under the pretext of guidance and wisdom.

}  Hospitality – shown in our generosity and kindness in treating our visitors.

} Querida or kabit system-  It refers to the practice of keeping two or more paramours, concubines, other-women, kabit or mistress.

}  Authoritativeness-  It refers to the patriarchal nature of the Filipino family. 

}  Patient,  Suffering or Pagtitiis – is shown in the attitude that certain frustrating forces, whether poverty, injustice, sickness, or anything else are too powerful to be overcome.

} Tungkulin ng panganay sa pamilya – This refers to the responsibility of the eldest child in the family to act and think like the parents.

} Pagkatitulado – the Filipino looks up people with high education.  He values the acquisition of titles and degrees to improve his/her lot.



Philippine values held strongly by Filipino families:
1. Emotional closeness and security in a family.
2. In order that the family may remain close and secure, someone must exert from authority.
3. Economic and social betterment.

4. Patience, suffering, and endurance

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