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Filipino values are, for the most part, centered at maintaining social harmony, motivated primarily by the desire to be accepted within a group. [dubious – discuss] The main sanction against diverging from these values are the concepts of Tagalog: hiya, roughly translated as 'a sense of shame', and ' amor propio ' or 'self-esteem'. [4]
A Filipino would be thought of as lacking amor propio if, for example, they accepted criticism weakly or did not offer honored guests the proper hospitality. Hiya is felt by those whose actions are seen as socially unacceptable, and one of the ultimate insults in Philippine society is to be labeled walang-hiya, which roughly translates to being ...
Filipino values are, for the most part, centered around maintaining social harmony, motivated primarily by the desire to be accepted within a group. [46] The main sanction against diverging from these values are the concepts of "Hiya", roughly translated as 'a sense of shame', and "Amor propio" or 'self-esteem'. [46]
Filipino American cultural values contribute to a strong sense of community but may also lead to nuanced challenges when navigating depression, anxiety and suicidal ideation.
At the core of Filipino psychology is the value of kapwa, which Enriquez defines as a shared identity or the sharing of one's self with others. [7]The concept of pakikisama is often highlighted within youth groups, Filipino workplaces, and as a nation itself in order to avoid being branded as a mayabang, or as a boastful individual within the group. [2]
Self-love, defined as "love of self" or "regard for one's own happiness or advantage", [1] has been conceptualized both as a basic human necessity [2] and as a moral flaw, akin to vanity and selfishness, [3] synonymous with amour-propre, conceitedness, egotism, narcissism, et al.
[593] [594] [581 Reciprocity through utang na loob (a debt of gratitude) is a significant Filipino cultural trait, and an internalized debt can never be fully repaid. [592 595] The main sanction for divergence from these values are the concepts of hiya (shame) [596] and loss of amor propio (self-esteem). [594]
Interesting approach. But if doesn't meet its chosen goal: "identifies the Filipino people from other groups of people." The values as they are described in the article apply to idealized traditional societies or subgroups the world over. Either the goal isn't chosen properly, or it should be explained what's uniquely Filipino about those values.