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    This document discusses characteristics of Filipino identity and culture. It begins by defining who is considered a Filipino citizen according to the 1987 Philippine Constitution. It then lists both strengths and weaknesses of the Filipino character, such as strengths including community spirit and hard work and weaknesses including extreme personalism and lack of self-reflection. The document notes these characteristics are rooted in factors like history, education, and the economic environment. It also outlines values and traits of Filipino culture like hospitality, respect for elders, and colonial mentality. Filipino markers like proverbs, superstitions, myths, legends, and heroes are explored. The document concludes by offering suggestions on how to be a good Filipino such as being an active citizen,

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    This document discusses characteristics of Filipino identity and culture. It begins by defining who is considered a Filipino citizen according to the 1987 Philippine Constitution. It then lists both strengths and weaknesses of the Filipino character, such as strengths including community spirit and hard work and weaknesses including extreme personalism and lack of self-reflection. The document notes these characteristics are rooted in factors like history, education, and the economic environment. It also outlines values and traits of Filipino culture like hospitality, respect for elders, and colonial mentality. Filipino markers like proverbs, superstitions, myths, legends, and heroes are explored. The document concludes by offering suggestions on how to be a good Filipino such as being an active citizen,

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    This document discusses characteristics of Filipino identity and culture. It begins by defining who is considered a Filipino citizen according to the 1987 Philippine Constitution. It then lists both strengths and weaknesses of the Filipino character, such as strengths including community spirit and hard work and weaknesses including extreme personalism and lack of self-reflection. The document notes these characteristics are rooted in factors like history, education, and the economic environment. It also outlines values and traits of Filipino culture like hospitality, respect for elders, and colonial mentality. Filipino markers like proverbs, superstitions, myths, legends, and heroes are explored. The document concludes by offering suggestions on how to be a good Filipino such as being an active citizen,

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    Lesson 8

    The Political Self


    Members;
    Cara, John Michael
    Gallardo, Christine Joy
    Matias, Julie-Ann
    Tapia, Angela Mae
    Who is a Filipino?

    According to the 1987 Philippine Constitution, Filipino citizens


    are “those whose fathers or mothers are citizens of the
    Philippines, those born before January 17,1973, of Filipino
    mothers, who elect Philippine citizenship upon reaching the
    age of majority and jthose who are naturalized in accordance in
    law".
    Strength of the Filipino Character

    1.Pakikipagkapwa tao
    2.Family orientation
    3.Joy and humor
    4.Flexibility,adaptability and creativity
    5.Hardwork and industry
    6.Faith and religiosity
    7.Ability to survive
    Weaknesses of the
    Filipino Character.
    1. Extreme personalism
    2. Extreme family-centeredness
    3. Lack of discipline
    4. Passivity and lack of initiative
    5. Colonial mentality
    6. Kanya-kanya syndrome
    7. Lack of self-analysis and self-
    reflection
    Dr. Patricia B. Licuanan- Wrote that the
    strengths and weaknesses of the Filipino
    character are rooted in the following.

    1. The home environment


    2. The social environment
    3. Culture and language
    4. History
    5. The educational institution
    6. Religion
    7. The economic environment
    8. The political environment
    9. Mass media
    10. Leadership and role model
    Filipino Values and
    Traits
    1. Hospitality
    2. Respect for elders
    3. Close family ties
    4. Cheerful personality
    5. Self-sacrifice
    6. Bayanihan
    7. Bahala na attitude
    8. Colonial Mentality
    9. Manana habit
    10. Ningas kugon
    11. Pride
    12. Crab Mentality
    13. Filipino time
    Filipino Markers
    1. Proverbs or salawikain - are often metaphorical and
    use formulaic language. Collectively, they form
    a genre of folklore.
    -is a simple and insightful, traditional saying
    that expresses a perceived truth based on
    common sense or experience.
    2. Superstitions
    3. Myth and legends - a myth are
    symbolic narratives, unknown
    origin, traditional
    and actual events with religious beliefs.
    The main characters in myths are usually
    gods or supernatural heroes.
    -a legend is a traditional story about the past, origin of the things
    and phenomena. The main characters are usually kings and heroes.
    4. Heroes and icons
    How to be a Good Filipino
    1.Be an active citizen
    2. Study the Philippine history
    3. Support local products
    4. Speak the Filipino language
    5. Do not spread fake news and be
    democratic in engaging with dissent
    Thank you for
    listening!
    Don't hesitate to ask any questions!

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