Republic of the Philippines

CAMARINES NORTE STATE COLLEGE

College of Business and Public Administration
Daet, Camarines Norte

NAME: PRECIOUS E. FLORENDO

SUBJECT: HUMAN BEHAVIOR IN ORGANIZATION
COURSE-YEAR: BSA-III
PROFESSOR: ESTRELLA P. OBUSAN

FILIPINO VALUES

Filipino Values is defined by the way of people live their life as an influence of one’s
culture. Philippines, having been an archipelago, has not become a hindrance towards having a
single values system throughout the country. In whatever part of the country you may be, one
will find the same hospitality that the Filipinos are known for as well as many other values that
have originated from our forefathers.
The values of Filipinos have been looked upon by foreigners as a weakness instead of
strength due to the nature of how they may be abused and manipulated due to these values. But
values are what make up a certain nation both in growth and unity. Some may see that Filipino
values as a hindrance to the growth of the country and yet others may say that his is what makes
our country powerful.
1. Joy and Humor
This famous trait is the ability of Filipinos to find humour in everything. It sheds light on
the optimism and positivity of Filipinos in whatever situation they are in so as to remain
determined in going through struggles or challenges. It serves as a coping technique, the same
way a child who has fallen laughs at himself/herself to hide his/her embarrassment.
2. Faith and Religiosity
The Philippines is approximately 85 percent Christians (mostly Roman Catholic
Christians ), 10 percent Muslim, and 5 percent 'other' religions, including the Taoist-Buddhist
religious beliefs of Chinese and the 'indigenous' animistic beliefs of some peoples in upland
areas that resisted 300 years of Spanish colonial rule. This is a reflection of the Filipinos' strong
faith in God as seen in their various practices. This includes the numerous Church Holidays they
observe, the customary (and obligatory) Sunday Mass, the individual's basis of their moral
standpoints, the influence of the Church on the minds, actions, and opinions of the majority,
importance of the Sacraments, Praying at almost any possible time of the day, the extreme
practices during Holy Week.
3. Ability to Survive
The Filipinos as a people who have been constantly under the rule of numerous powerful
countries has over time, developed a sense of resourcefulness or the ability to survive with
whatever they have. They have the extraordinary ability to make something out of almost
nothing. If a Filipino was given just a screwdriver, plastic bags, and some tape, he would still be
able to build a bird tree, especially for the sake of survival, and provided that he be allowed to
hunt for some needed surrounding material.
4. Family Orientation
The Philippines is known to be a family centered nation. The Filipinos recognize their
family as an important social structure that one must take care of. They give importance to the
safety and unity of one’s family. The Filipino family is so intact that it is common for members
of the same family work for the same company. It is also common to find the whole clan living
in the same area as that the Filipinos are afraid to be too far from their own family.
People get strength from their family, thus a child may have several godparents to ensure
his future in case his parents will not be there for him. They also do not let their elders live too
far away from them. The Filipinos take care of their elders by taking them into their homes.
Unlike the Westerners, the Filipinos do not send their elders to nursing homes to be taken care
of. They believe that when their elders are unable to live alone, the time has come for them to
pay their respects and to be able to serve their parents just as they were cared for when they were
younger.
5. Politeness
Filipinos are taught to become respectful individuals. This is mainly due to the influence
of Christianity that tells us to honor both our parents and our elders. The use of ‘’po’’ and
‘’’opo’’’ when in conversation with an elder or someone who is older is a manifestation of how
Filipinos respect their elders.
6. Hospitality
The Filipinos are very hospitable when it comes to their fellowmen. They will invite their
visitors to come into their homes and offer them treats such as snacks and drinks after a long
journey. There are also instances when the Filipinos will serve only the best to their visitors even
if at times they may not be able to afford it. They also go the extremes as to give up the comfort
of their own bedrooms for their guests and to the point of sleeping on floor just to ensure that
their guests are comfortable.
7. Gratitude
Gratitude or ‘’’utang na loob’’’ is a very popular Filipino characteristic. One does not
forget the good deeds that others may have done to him or her especially at times of great need.
This debt of gratitude are sometimes abused by those who have done well to others as they may
ask favors or things that may either be unreasonable or beyond the means of the one in debt.
8. Shame
Shame or ’’Hiya’’ is a very common Filipino value. It is said that Filipinos would go to
great lengths in order for one not to be ashamed. Hiya has a great influence on one’s behavior for
one will do everything, even if it is beyond his means just to save his reputation as well as the
families. The Filipinos feel pressured to meet the status of the society when it comes to economic
standing. One indication of this might be a willingness to spend more than they can afford on a
party rather than be shame by their economic circumstances.
9. Loyalty
Loyalty or ‘’’Pakikisama’’’ is another Filipino value. Filipinos are said to be loyal to
their friends and fellowmen in order to ensure the peace in the group. This is manifested in their
basic sense of justice and fairness and concern for other's well being. Filipinos recognize the
essential humanity of all people and regard others with respect and empathy. With this
orientation, Filipinos develop a sensitivity to the nature and quality of interpersonal relationships,
which are their principal source of security and happiness.
10. Hard work and Industry
The related capacity for hard work and industry among Filipinos is widely recognized.
Filipinos are universally regarded as excellent workers who perform well whether the job
involves physical labor and tasks or highly sophisticated technical functions. This propensity for
hard work, which often includes a highly competitive spirit, is driven by the desire for economic
security and advancement for oneself and one's family. This achievement orientation is further
accompanied by typically high aspirations and great personal sacrifices.
11. Resignation
Trust in God or the concept of ‘’’Bahala na’’’ has been over-used time and again. This
ideal is used when a person does not know what to do or is to lazy to do anything at all. This
belief to put fate in God’s hands may be a sign of how religious Filipinos may be at the same
time, it may show that the Filipinos are free-spirited and that they put their life in fate’s hands.
12. Amor Propio
“Amor propio” is Spanish word which means self –love; a sense of self-esteem or self
respect that prevents a person from swallowing his pride. It includes sensitivity to personal insult
or affront. A slight remark or offensive gesture, though insulting, would not trigger a sense of
“amor propio”. The stimulus that sets it off is only that which strikes at the Filipino’s most
highly valued attributes.
13. Delicadeza
Delicadeza is a Spanish term which when translated in English means daintiness. It is
defined as an act of being refined or delicate in tastes or manners.  But in simple terms, its
commonly referred to as a sense of propriety or how to behave rightly in all circumstances. It is
in essence an etiquette that was passed on to us as a legacy of the Spanish culture.
14. Filipino Time
Filipino Time, which means things get done whenever they get done. Official Timing of
The Philippines.
I set up part for 6:00. This is interpreted as 7:00 filipino time
In Some cases, Filipino hosts deliberately set the time and hour or so earlier, knowing
that the guests will arrive an hour or so late. In this case, the poor Americans are surprised to see
that they’re the first ones to arrive and the only ones there for the first hour or so.
15. Mañana Habit
The Mañana Habit is something that we have learned from the Spaniards. The word
"Mañana" means ‘tomorrow’ or ‘specified future time’ also known as “procrastination” in plain
English, “mamaya na” in Filipino.
How it Works:
1.   You need to do something now. 
2.   But then you decide to do it later.
3.   As a result of the delay, you end up not doing it.
4.   Now, you tell yourself or somebody that you will do it tomorrow.
 5.   Tomorrow comes. The same cycle happens.

16. Ningas Cogon

The popular Filipino phrase "Ningas Cogon" refers to the unnerving attitude of starting
an initiative but fails to continue it, or the lack of a follow-up. It is generally viewed as a
negative trait and i do not know if there is any one person who feels that this is good behavior. 
17. Palabra De Honor
Another value of the Filipinos is lack of a “Palabra de Honor” which means a verbal
commitment by one person to another agreeing to do (or not to do) something in the future.
18. Colonial Mentality
ANTI-FILIPINOS say that Filipinos, because of their colonial mentality, always prefer
foreign talents and products to local ones. This mentality does exist, but it is wrong to accuse us
Filipinos as always practicing it.
Colonial mentality is the thinking that foreign talents and products are always the good,
the better, and the best, and that the local ones are of poor or no quality at all. Colonial because
our Spanish and American colonizers, during their four-century rule of the Philippines, instilled
into the Filipino mentality the belief that foreigners and anything associated with them were the
superior, and that Filipinos and anything associated with them were worthless.
19. Crab Mentality
Crab mentality, sometimes referred to as crabs in the bucket, describes a way of thinking
best described by the phrase "if I can't have it, neither can you." The metaphor refers to a pot of
crabs. Individually, the crabs could easily escape from the pot, but instead, they grab at each
other in a useless "king of the hill" competition which prevents any from escaping and ensures
their collective demise. The analogy in human behavior is that members of a group will attempt
to "pull down" (negate or diminish the importance of) any member who achieves success beyond
the others, out of envy, conspiracy or competitive feelings.
This term is broadly associated with short-sighted, non-constructive thinking rather than a
unified, long-term, constructive mentality. It is also often used colloquially in reference to
individuals or communities attempting to "escape" a so-called "underprivileged life", but kept
from doing so by others attempting to ride upon their coat-tails or those who simply resent their
success.
20. Adaptability and resilience
Despite of all the calamities that struck our country, like the strong earthquake and Super
Typhoon Yolanda (Haiyan) that devastated the central part of Visayas in 2013, Filipinos are
persistent enough to get back on their feet, even without the solid help from the government. We
can also adapt to any type of environment and mingle with any kind of people all over the world.
21. 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.
22. 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.

23. 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.
24. Bravery
There’s a hero’s blood running on our veins. We have the most fearless heroes who only
think of defending our homeland. Remember Lapu-Lapu, Andress Bonifacio and Jose Rizal.
Moreover, our soldiers are probably the bravest in the world. General Douglas MacArthur was
even quoted saying “Give me ten thousand Filipino soldiers and I will conquer the world.”
25. Discretion and dignity.
Perhaps many of our politicians don’t have a delicadeza. But our people, especially the
Filipinas, still observe delicadeza. Despite of the growing number of Filipinos who are giving up
their delicadeza, there are still many Filipinos who always think twice before they make a
decision that can affect their dignity and honor. Thanks to their parents who raised them up with
high moral standards.
26. Gratefulness.
Aside from being hospitable, Filipinos are also thankful. We don’t forget anyone who
helped us, whether he (she) is a Filipino or not. We even build monuments to show our utmost
respect and gratitude to our heroes and other foreign personalities who helped the Filipino
people. We show our warmest gratitude to the international communities who helped us rebuild
our lives after Haiyan and other disasters struck us.
27. Honesty and commitment.
Perhaps “palabra de honor” is not evident among our politicians, but it’s still evident
among the common Filipinos. When we make a promise, we try our best to fulfill that promise
even if it will undermine ourselves. For us, to fulfill a promise to others is a great self fulfillment.
We are also candor. What we see in you, we will tell you frankly.
28. Patience and Self-sacrifice
A remarkable quality of a Filipino is his capacity to endure difficulties and hardships.
Maybe related to the long suffering they endured during the many colonization in Philippine
history. They are patient enough to wait for their turn to be blessed with greener pastures as long
as they do what is right and good.
29. Fairness and Justice
They always show concern for the well-being of others. They uphold the humanity of all
people and regard everyone with respect and empathy. They are keen on interpersonal
relationships, their primary source of security and happiness.
30. Readiness to Share and Help
They’re always ready to lend a hand, not only in times of need (calamities or disasters)
but also in festive occasions (“fiestas”, baptisms and weddings). The “bayanihan” spirit, or
giving help without expecting something in return, of a Filipino is widely admired.
31. “Bahala Na”
This is also synonymous to the phrase “Que sera sera” (Whatever will be.)
32. Patigasan
Most Filipinos find it hard to say “I’m sorry” or “pasensya na”. Their precious pride
always gets the best of them.
33. Kanya kanya
A trait which shows self-centeredness and lack of regard for others. There are Filipinos
who give priority to what they and their families could have, rather than what they can do to
share their wealth and serve others better. This trait shows poor signs of patriotism, loyalty to
community, and concern for the needs of others.

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