Filipino values within the family

According to Filipino country The Filipino culture places the highest

values on family. Children are taught to respect their parents and elders from

a very young age. Filipino values is indeed have a biggest factor within the

Filipino families everywhere, our receptors teach us different values who help

us to grow in life. The parents is responsible for instilling values in the

children of the home and caring for their emotional needs. It is also common

for Filipino parents to live with their sons and daughters later in life. Filipino

family values also indicate that children are not permitted to oppose their

parents or older siblings. In conservative Filipino families, children are

expected to place an elder's hand to their foreheads and greet the elder

family member by saying "mano po." Also in every Filipino family being a

first born child it is also common to take care her/his youngest siblings and

help them in pursuing there careers.

Filipinos value the family, as evidenced by the close family ties

that are kept strong through generations. Divorce is not a legal practice in

the Philippines, and most natives hold marriage sacred, especially in the

older generation. Unlike in Western countries, where children of legal age are

expected to move out of their parents' home, the Filipino family lives in the

same house until one marries into another family. Many Filipinos hold

gratitude in such high esteem that they find it necessary to repay any

kindness given to them in any way possible. Academics refer to it as

over the country. In this way, Filipinos show appreciation and gratitude for

lending out a hand.Values, such as respect for the elderly and taking

responsibility for the welfare of the family, are commonly observed traits in

Asian countries. A unique Filipino trait, however, is their linguistic social

convention that involves the use of polite words when giving commands or

orders. It is considered rude to give a direct command when asking for

something, even in an office environment. Instead, Filipinos tend to use the

word "please" or the local prefix "paki" or "maki" before a direct order.

Positive and Negative Filipino Values

There are two types of positive Filipino values are "pakikisama," which

means "group loyalty" and "constantly striving for peace," and "kasi," which

means "seeing all sides of a situation to know exactly where failure

occurred." Also there are Two negative Filipino values are "hiya," which

means that you do not try to achieve so you can enjoy peace of mind, and

"ningas-cogon," which means that you should procrastinate and be

indifferent to promote peace and tranquility. Filipino standards emphasize

smallness and mediocrity. Filipino culture frowns upon grandeur. When it

comes to success, Filipinos believe it should come naturally and that one

should not exert effort to achieve it. Success should not happen early in life

because it signifies hard work. Success should occur very late in life, if at all.

Filipinos have high regard for their family and relatives. "Sakop" means that
you stand and fall with your family. "Kanya-kanya" means "to take care of

your family according to the saying "blood is thicker than water." The

6popular belief is "saving face," which means that instead of taking

responsibility for something offensive you have done, you should save

yourself from embarrassment by making a graceful exit. They believe in a

superior being, according to Bahala Na, which means "do not rely on your

own powers but rely the powers of a superior being." This belief encourages

lack of arrogance, modesty and humility. They also believe in Patigasan,

which signifies strength. They stand up for their rights and are not forced into

submission. Filipinos have a great sense of gratitude and believe in

meekness. Their values stem from the afterlife where the weak will be

strong, the last will become the first, and the small will become great.

Importance of Family Values for Filipino

According to (Geminiano, 2015) many of Filipino family values can be

taught or instilled over time, they are arguably more enduring when they are

picked up on their own. The formation of many values is vital to the

socialization of an individual. These are often developed and nurtured by

one's family, in school, and through one's environment. Some of these values

may include obtaining knowledge, wisdom, and necessary skills, and then

using them in your home and living out the values you acquired within the

family. The Filipino family consists of many traditional values that have been
treasured and passed on for many generations already. These values are

incredibly beneficial.

Also, according to (Geminiano, 2015) there are six top of the list of

traditional Filipino family values and traits. The first one is the Paggalang

or respect means to be respectful or to give respect to a person. Filipinos are

accustomed to using the words po, opo, and ho when they are

conversing with older people or, sometimes, with those who are in a high

role or a prestigious member of society. Using these words is customary in

the Philippines, and it shows a sign of respect if you do so. Second is

Pakikisama or helping others The word pakikisama literally translates to

"helping others." Therefore, this trait usually fosters general cooperation and

performing good or helpful deeds, which can lead to others viewing you in a

favorable light. Third is Utang na Loob or debt of gratitude means paying

back for debt of gratitude there is usually a system of obligation. When this

value is applied, it imparts a sense of duty and responsibility on the younger

siblings to serve and repay the favors done to them by their elders. Fourth is

Pagpapahalaga sa Pamilya or in other word putting importance in our

family. This implies that a person will place a high regard on their family and

prioritize that before anything else. Last is Hiya or shame This controls the

social behaviors and interactions of a Filipino. It is the value that drives a

Filipino be obedient and respectful to their parents, older siblings, and other

authorities. Its is also the way or the key of ingredients in the loyalty of ones

family.
Filipino Family as a Individual count

Many men like western people are attracted to Filipinas because of

their grace, beauty and winning smiles. However, many more are attracted

by their traditional views on marriage, families and other approaches to life.

For men craving loving and attentive wives in America, Filipinos are often the

first choice ladies to look at from abroad. Filipino family values are built on

traditional values passed on from generation to generation, which were then

added to by Catholic teaching after the arrival of the Spanish. These values

are constantly reinforced and is one of many reasons why many American

men are turning to Filipino brides instead of finding partners from their own

country.

Filipinos is a natural Resourceful and full of faith. The Filipinos have

a strong belief and faith in God. Filipinos pray when they get up and before

they sleep. They pray before they eat or ride on the jeepney. I like being

around people who pray to: thank God for what they have, give them wisdom

and strength, heal the sick, etc. They pray for the living, the dead, their

families and their neighbors.

Filipinos are very known as a family oriented. Filipinos love their children and

they love their parents. They also love their grandparents, grandchildren,

aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins, etc. It is not unusual to encounter 3

or 4 generations of Filipinos living in the same home. It is also not unusual for
what in other cultures would be considered distant relatives to live in the

same household. They share their chores, food, money, music and their faith.

According to ( Stainback 2014 ) A Filipino lady will only leave home if

she is in love. By wanting to marry an American man she is saying she

wishes to pledge her future and life to him. Divorce is something that is not

seen in the Philippines, so the enormity of the pledge should not be

underestimated. Filipino family values indicate that the first reaction to

problems within a family is to try and sort the problem out for the sake of the

children. Opinions on fidelity are equally high. They have a very low view of

the act and believe it is a betrayal of the family. Due to strong laws and

traditions back home, Filipinas are very unlikely to stray from their man if

they are being treated well and if they love the person they are married to.