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The document outlines various Filipino values, both positive and negative, highlighting traits such as hospitality, resourcefulness, and family orientation, as well as challenges like crab mentality and procrastination. It emphasizes the significance of these values in shaping Filipino identity and communication styles, which include indirect expression and respect for hierarchy. The document also discusses the importance of these values in contemporary society, reflecting on how they influence interpersonal relationships and cultural practices.

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FILVALCOM

The document outlines various Filipino values, both positive and negative, highlighting traits such as hospitality, resourcefulness, and family orientation, as well as challenges like crab mentality and procrastination. It emphasizes the significance of these values in shaping Filipino identity and communication styles, which include indirect expression and respect for hierarchy. The document also discusses the importance of these values in contemporary society, reflecting on how they influence interpersonal relationships and cultural practices.

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FILIPINO VALUES

AND
COMMUNICATIO
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held important in their lives. This
Philippine values system includes their
own unique assemblage of consistent
ideologies, moral codes, ethical
practices, etiquette and cultural and
personal values that are promoted by
their society. As with any society
though, the values that an individual
holds sacred can differ on the basis of
religion, upbringing and other factors.
POSITIVE FILIPINO VALUES
HOSPITABILIT
This is the most common Y
terminology that describes
how Filipinos welcome foreigners or tourists who visit the
country. This trait of the Filipinos towards their visitors is
undeniably exceptional. Whenever a visitor stays in a
Filipino home, there will be a feast or a grand celebration
as it is somehow a tradition for us to prepare bountiful
Filipino cuisine for guests to have a taste of our culture
through food. In addition, a cheerful family would
typically be ready to accommodate and spend time with
the visitors.
RESOURCEFULNESS AND
CREATIVITY
Filipinos are known for ingenuity. We are
creative in many ways, whether it’s in art,
music, science, technology and business.
Some of our smartest countrymen can
come up with a brilliant idea despite of
poverty or lack of financial resources. We
are also good in recycling trash and turn
them into ingenious products.
FAITHFULNESS

The Filipinos are one of the most faithful


people in the world. Whatever our
religion is, we remain faithful and we
don’t lose hope for a better tomorrow.
Our faithfulness and hopefulness keep
us kind, positive, peaceful and
determined to achieve our goals no
matter how impossible they may seem.
UNITY IN BAYANIHAN
SPIRIT
A Filipino community spirit and
cooperation wherein a group of
individuals extend a helping hand
without expecting any remuneration. It
is characterized by communal work
towards one goal exemplified.
THRIFTINESS

There may be Filipinos who are living beyond their


means. But on the brighter side, there are also many
Filipinos who are frugal. We shop wisely to save our
money for future important uses. We are conscious
on the price tag, discounts and quality of the
products we buy to get the most out of our money.
Filipino parents also do sacrifices like skipping the
stuff they want to buy for themselves just to save
their money to buy things that can make their
children happy.
POLITENESS
Filipinos are courteous people. The children
and young Filipinos will always use the words
“po” and “opo” to show respect to someone
who’s older or who’s in the higher position
than them. We also do the “mano po” gesture
(bringing the back of the hand of an elder to
one’s forehead) as a sign of respect to our
elders. Moreover, Filipino workers will always
address their customers with “sir” or “ma’am”
FAMILY-ORIENTED

Filipinos are willing to make big sacrifices just to


make sure that their loved ones will have a good
life. They place high regard and put importance on
their family before anything else. Furthermore,
many Filipino breadwinners work extraordinarily
hard just to earn money to support their family.
JOLLINESS AND SENSE OF
HUMOR
The Philippines is a country of smiles. Nothing can
take away the humor and jolliness of many
Filipinos. The Filipino humor is evident everywhere,
from comedy films, TV shows, to every Filipino you
will meet.
DAMAYAN SYSTEM

- Sympathy for people who lost their


love ones. In case of death of a
certain member of community, the
whole community sympathizes with
the bereaved family. Neighbors,
friends, and relatives of the
deceased usually give certain
amount of money as their way of
showing sympathy.
PAKIKISAMA

A typical trait of a Filipino, in its simplest


sense meaning “getting along with
others” Pakikisama entails a genuine
intrinsic appreciation of togetherness.
Group harmony and unity is
valued .People want to get along rather
than stand out. If progress is achieved, it
is for the entire group and no one should
CLOSE FAMILY TIES
One value that Filipinos are known for is the “
close family ties” that result to extended
family structure. It is because Filipinos believe
that families should be together and help each
other out.
To a Filipino, family comes first & family is
everything. This family solidarity keeps a
Filipino to be positive amidst everything.
Family is evidently highly valued in the
UTANG NA LOOB

“Utang na loob” or debt of gratitude –


Filipinos always recognize one’s
indebtedness. This means that he
owed to a person who has helped him
through the trials he had undergone.
He repays that person in whatever
kind, whatever time and situation. It
is one way of showing deep
appreciation for lending out a hand.
HIYA
It is a Filipino value that is difficult to
translate. Literally it has several meanings
such as shy, timid, sensitive rather than
ashamed. Filipinos believe they must live up
to the accepted standards of behavior and
make it a point not to cause another person’s
embarrassment. Each is anticipated to have
hiya in the way they behave to win respect
from the community. This is a value that
RESPECT TO OTHERS

Filipinos regard others with dignity


and respect This is being observed
in a basic sense of justice, fairness
and concern for others fellowmen,
nature or animals.
A Filipino trait of being courteous
both in words and in actions to
other people.
Negative
Filipino
Values
BAHALA NA

One of the most widely used phrases in the


Philippines. This phrase is so abused that it
sometimes serves as a default answer.
The word bahala is actually a derivative of the word
Bathala, which refers to the ancient Supreme Being
worshiped by Filipinos during the pre-Spanish Period.
It can be said that the proper use of this phrase
should be in the context of leaving things in the
hands of the Divine Being. Simply put, “Bahala na”
can be the equivalent of the Islamic term Inshallah,
which means “God willing” or “if Allah wills.”
COLONIAL COMPLEX OR
BLUE-SEAL MENTALITY

A Filipino value showing


high admiration and
preference to foreign
produced goods over local
ones.
CRAB MENTALITY
A Filipino attitude characterized by an
attempt to “pull down” someone who has
achieved success beyond the others. Instead
of praising or rendering assistance, someone
with crab mentality would think “ if I can’t
have it, then you can’t as well” and will
purposely try to bring his/her victim down
This is done out of jealousy and insecurity.
EUPHEMISM

A Filipino way of
substituting a word or
phrase that is thought to be
offensive or harsh with a
mild and acceptable one in
order to not offend or hurt
another person.
FILIPINO TIME

Filipino time refers to the Filipinos’ own


unique brand of time, which is known to be
minutes or hours behind the standard time.
In other words, we tend not to observe
punctuality at all.
- In reality, it means” always late”, a Filipino
attitude of impreciseness towards time.
GAYA-GAYA ATTITUDE

A Filipino attitude of imitating or


copying other culture specifically
in mode of dressing, language,
fashion, and etc.
JACKPOT MENTALITY

A “get rich quick” mentality of


some Filipinos who would
rather engage in fast ways of
acquiring money than through
hard work and sacrifice by
getting in lottery, joining raffle
draws and other.
KAPALARAN VALUES

A Filipino trait of accepting his


fate by believing that
everything is written in his
palm. Such traits contribute to
lack initiatives and
perseverance among Filipinos.
MAῆANA HABIT
Delaying or setting aside certain task
assigned on the next day although it can be
done today.
The habit encourages procrastination, an
“ability” we Filipinos have since turned into
an art form. Even the most urgent of projects
and task can be relegated for some other
time; we are only forced to work on them
when the deadline is near.
NINGAS-COGON

Being enthusiastic only during


the start of new undertaking but
ends dismally in accomplishing
nothing. A common practice
observed in some politicians
who are visible only during the
start of certain endeavor.
OVERSENSITIVE

Filipinos have the tendency


to be irritated easily or hurt
upon hearing some criticism
or comment.
LACK OF
SPORTMANSHIP

Not accepting defeat in


competition but rather putting
the blame to either their
opponents or to the sports
officials.
TSAMBA LANG
ATTITUDE

Simplicity by declaring that his/her


accomplishments are results of
luck and not from perseverance
and ability.
FILIPINO COMMUNICATION
VERBAL
Communication Style: Filipinos will try to express their opinions
and ideas diplomatically and with humility to avoid appearing
arrogant. The tone of voice varies widely by language, dialect and
region.
Indirect Communication: Filipinos often communicate indirectly
in order to prevent a loss of face and evoking hiya on either side
of an exchange. They tend to avoid interrupting others and are
more attentive to posture, expression and tone of voice to draw
meaning. Speech is often ambiguous and Filipinos may speak in
the passive voice rather than the active to avoid being perceived
as speaking harshly. To find the underlying meaning, it is common
to check for clarification several times.
Refusals: Since many Filipinos try to save face and
avoid hiya in their interactions, many will be overly
polite and seldom give a flat ‘no’ or negative
response. When conversing with your Filipino
counterpart, try to focus on hints of hesitation. Listen
to what they say and also pay close attention to what
they don’t say.

Respect: When speaking to those who are older or of


higher status, Filipinos tend to use the polite forms of
speech. At the end of phrases, sentences or
questions, they will say ‘po’ to demonstrate this
respect for hierarchy. For example, when conversing
NON-VERBAL
Physical Contact: Among relatives or friends of the same
gender, it is common for Filipinos to walk hand in hand or arm in
arm. This is generally done so as a sign of affection, friendship or
if they are shy and would like someone to accompany them.
Filipinos tend to be modest and conservative in their interactions
with their significant other, and public displays of affection among
couples (such as kissing or hugging) is quite uncommon.
Personal Space: When interacting with people they are familiar
with, Filipinos tend to prefer standing at an arm's length from one
another. Around strangers this distance is farther. However, in
public areas like a market or subway, personal space is often
limited and pushing is common.
Laughter: While Filipinos often laugh in conversations, the
meaning of laughter tends to depend on the situation. At times,
laughing may indicate happiness or pleasure, while other times it
may be used to relieve tension. In some circumstances, laughter is
used as an attempt to cover embarrassment.
Pointing: Filipinos may point to objects by puckering their lips and
moving their mouths in the direction they are pointing to. Pointing
with the index finger is often understood as an expression of
anger.
Gestures: Putting one’s hands on their hips is a sign of anger.
Beckoning: The common way to beckon someone is by gesturing with
the hand facing downwards and waving fingers towards oneself, the same
gesture that would represent ‘shooing’ in Australia. If a Filipino wants
Questions:

What Filipino values do you like the


most and why?

What is the importance of Filipino Values


in this modern world?

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