UNDERSTANDING THE POLITICAL-SELF LESSON 4.pdf
- 1. POLITICAL SELF AND BEING A FILIPINO
- 2. Learning Objectives At the end of the lesson, the students should be able to: identify values, traits, political community and institutions as aspects of political self describe what a democratic culture is examine one’s political identity understand the concept of self in political thought
- 3. WHAT MAKES A GENUINE FILIPINO? 02 04
- 4. WHO IS A FILIPINO? Article IV section 1 of the 1987 Constitution states that you are a Filipino citizen if: You were born in the Philippines Your parents are citizens of the Philippines You were born before January 17, 1973, of a Filipino mother, who elect Philippine citizenship upon reaching the age of majority; and You are naturalized in accordance with law
- 15. Political Self • It captures the extent to which a person thinks of themselves as a “political person”. • Political self-organization then refers to the formation of political patterns through the local interactions of the members only; this can be seen in the formation of public opinion, political movements, and political revolutions. • In a cultural context, self-organizing processes can be seen in the formation of customs and the development of beliefs. • In a socioeconomic context self-organization can be seen in the growth, competition, and extinction of companies, national economies and the stock market.
- 16. Filipino Traits and Values What do Filipinos value? The term kapwa or a shared inner self lies at the core of Filipino values and psychology. A person who treats another as a kapwa has a shared a sense of identity and consciousness with that ‘other’ person. Both in the individual and community level, strong emphasis is placed on social acceptance and maintaining social harmony. As such, social approval and caring about what others will think, say, or do strongly influence social behavior.
- 17. PAKIKIPAGKAPWA-TAO This is the shared sense of identity and consciousness of the other. It means treating others with respect and dignity as an equal, not someone below individual
- 18. FAMILY ORIENTATION The basic and most important unit of a Filipinos life is the family. The practice of separating the elderly from the rest of the family is often looked down upon in Filipino society
- 19. JOY AND HUMOR This famous trait is the ability of Filipinos to find humor to everything. It sheds light on the optimism and positivity of Filipinos
- 20. FAITH AND RELIGIOSITY Filipinos have strong faith in God as seen in their various practices. ABILITY TO SURVIVE The Filipinos developed a sense of resourcefulness or the ability to survive with whatever they have. HARD WORK AND INDUSTRY Filipinos are very determined and persevering in accomplishing whatever they set to their minds. HOSPITALITY Filipinos have been known to be amazingly friendly to strangers. They treat visitors, foreigners or guests as if they have known them already.
- 21. NEGATIVE FILIPINO TRAITS CRAB MENTALITY There are some of us Filipinos who got a bitter view at competition- that if we cannot win, then no one will.
- 22. PROCRASTINATION OR MANANA HABIT Instead of working on a task while there is much time, we wait for the deadline because we feel lazy to start on them, or we want to use the time in other things.
- 23. BAHALA NA OR “COME WHAT MAY” HABIT Filipinos have the tendency to utter this expression especially if they are about to perform a difficult task or if they have exhausted all possible efforts in performing a task. This shows their belief that someone up there will take care of the rest for things that they are in little or no control at all.
- 24. NINGAS COGON We are excellent at starting projects or idea of execution. Nevertheless, after a few hours or days, we lose the excitement, and we become too lazy to finish what we have started. FILIPINO TIME The Filipino time is usually associated with tardiness GOSSIPING Filipinos are so fond of talking about other’s business. LIVING BEYOND THEIR MEANS One of the reasons why a lot of Filipinos live in poverty is because of overspending. Since most people want to live an elite lifestyle, many resorts to social climbing or living beyond their means.
- 25. LACK OF DISCIPLINE We have laws and regulations in order to achieve harmonious community. However, most Filipinos have thus penchant of disregarding the rules in order to prioritize what they want. PASSIVITY (LACK OF LEADERSHIP) Filipinos lack of initiative for change is also one reason why our country does not progress. We keep on complaining against the government and other societal issues. However, we do not do anything about them.
- 26. FILIPINO MARKERS Proverbs or Salawikain Filipino proverbs or Philippine proverbs are traditional sayings or maxims used by Filipinos based on local culture, wisdom, and philosophies from Filipino life. If used in everyday conversations, proverbs are utilized to emphasize a point or a thought of reasoning: the Filipino philosophy. Examples: 1. Habang may buhay, may pag-asa. (Meaning: Never lose hope in life.) 2. Kapag binato ka ng bato, batuhin mo ng tinapay. (Meaning: Repay evil with kindness and blessing.) 3. Ang buhay ay parang gulong. (Meaning: There is no permanent situation in this world.)
- 27. Superstitions beliefs or practice based upon one's trust in luck or other irrational, unscientific, or supernatural forces. Often, it arises from ignorance, a misunderstanding of science or causality, a belief in fate or magic, or fear of that which is unknown. Examples: 1. The number of steps of staircases at home should not be divisible by three. 2. Don’t go straight home after attending a wake. 3. Siblings should not marry within the same year (sukob).
- 28. Myths and Legends historical fact morphs into a legend when the truth has been exaggerated to the point that real people or events have taken on a romanticized, "larger than life" quality. In contrast, a myth is a type of symbolic storytelling that was never based on fact. Examples: 1. Mythical creatures such as duwende, diwata, engkanto, kapre, aswang, etc. 2. The Legend of Makahiya 3. The Heartbreaking Story of Alitaptap (Bataan Legend) Heroes and Icons – heroes serve as reminder of true patriotism and nationalism as they have sacrificed their lives for the sake of their country`s freedom and progress. Examples: Manny "Pacman" Pacquiao, Lea Salonga
- 29. Political Community and Institutions According to Aristotle, every community “is established for the sake of some good.” This is because “everyone does everything for the sake of what they believe to be good,” though they of course can be wrong about what “the good” is. Political institutions definitely impact our economy, education, culture and society. For example, political parties, trade unions, legislature and judiciary are needed in order to safeguard the interests of citizens of the country and to ensure the unity and integrity of the nation.
- 30. Establishing a Democratic Culture Democratic culture is defined as the desire and ability of individuals in a population to participate actively, individually and together, to the government of public affairs affecting them. The existence of a democratic culture within a population is characterized by the active contribution, effective and in duration, of members of civil society to development of: the common good, the terms of “living together” and the construction of collective decisions.
- 31. Strengthening your Political Skills Political skill is the ability to effectively understand others at work, and to use such knowledge to influence others to act in ways that enhance one's personal and/or organizational objectives. Dimensions include social astuteness (how well you understand other), interpersonal influence (how you make others feel at ease), networking ability (using your formal and informal network to advance your goals) and apparent sincerity (how genuine and sincere you appear to others).
- 32. How to Improve your Political Skills 1. Make a political "book." With any organization or group you're involved with, it's a good idea to gather some insights on the people you work with most often. Record notes regarding how they each tend to approach problems. 2. Draw a "power web." Create a chart showing the power relationships among all the people in your organization or workgroup. Power relationships are those connections in which the parties help one another move projects forward and obtain needed support and resources.
- 33. 3. Strengthen and forge relationships. Review your power web to spot opportunities to strengthen existing relationships, as well as forge new ones. For example, ask yourself which individuals on your web might make valuable power-relationship partners — but you haven't yet cultivated mutually beneficial connections with them. 4. A key part of developing and wielding political skill is simply knowing other people — their major concerns and their priorities. By figuring out what you can do for them and what they can do for you, you nurture relationships of mutual influence and benefit.
- 34. ACTIVITY 1: WHO IS A FILIPINO Cut out pictures or illustrations from magazines and newspapers that show what being a Filipino is about and paste it a long bond paper . ACTIVITY 2. Discuss how being a Filipino affects you “self”. How becoming a better Filipino influence you duty to becoming a better version of yourself.