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Understanding the Self

Daianna C. Guzman
BSACC-2B
 Activity 1
ILOCANO
 The terms “Iloko” and “Ilocano” are different
o “Iloko”- language
o “Ilocano”- people or the ethnicity of the people who speak the Iloko
language
 One of the most active tributaries to general Philippine literature.

Music/Song

o Some Iloko songs demonstrate the daily routines such as song for planting,
harvesting, fishing, song before going to war etc.
o Example: Dallot – improvised, versified and at times impromptu long
poem delivered in sing-song manner
o Ayat ti Ina (Love of a Mother)-is a song that expresses how a mother
loves and takes care of her child
o Osi-osi – this ethnic song portrays the traditional ways of courtship
o Napateg a Bin-I (Cherished Seed)- this song basically uses metaphors
comparing a woman to a seed.
o Pamulinawen (Hardened Heart)- this is the most popular Ilocano love
song, which portrays a girl who does not heed the pleading of her
lover. It compares the heart of a girl to a hardened flint.
o Duayya ni Ayat (Love’s Lullaby)-is a song that expresses a man’s love
for his lady. The man asks the lady to be careful in changing her mind
and choosing another man.
o Siasin ti Agayat Kenka (Who is in love with you?)- this song expresses
an insistent love.
o No Duaduaem Pay(If You Still Doing)- this is an ethnic song that gives
the idea that the lover feels that his loved one doubts him. The man
asks the lady to understand him and convince her to believe that his
love is true.
o Teng- nga ti Rabii (Midnight)-is a song that tells a lover who sees the
image of his loved one in the middle of the night and is awakened by
her voice.
o Dinak Kad Dildilawen (Do not Criticize Me)- is an Ilocano song that expresses
patriotism. This song conveys service to love of country.
o Kasasaad ti Kinabalasang (The Life of a Maiden)- is an advice for the young
maidens to consider carefully their plans of getting married.

Ilocano Dances

-Ilocano ethnic dances are mostly performed during rituals and

celebrations.

Examples:

o Binigan-Bigat (Every Morning)- is a courtship dance that narrates the

story of a boy who is in love with a girl from whom he asks pity.
o Sileledda-ang (Grief-stricken or Laden with Sorrow)- a courtship
dance showing the lover’s fondness for each other.
o Manang Biday- it is a courtshipdance usually performed by young
people.
o Sabunganay (Banana Blossom)- it symbolizes a young lady who is still
too young to be courted.
o Pandanggo Laoaguńa- it is courtship dance performed by either
young or old Ilocanos.
o Vinterańa-it is a dance performed by one or two couples in social
gatherings like baptismal, wedding, birthday, or thanksgiving parties.
o Kutsara Pasuquińa- it is a dance during birthday parties and
festivities.
o Ilocana a Nasudi (Chaste Ilocano)- it is a dance that portrays a chaste
and virtuous Ilocana. This dance may be performed by four pairs.
o Surtido Norte (Assorted Dances from the North)-this dance is a
combination of different Ilocano dance steps manifesting thrift as a
trait of the people.
o Rabong(Bamboo Shoot)- it is dance glorifying the bamboo shoot as a
delicacy of the Ilocanos. In Rabong, the participants sing the lyrics
themselves.
References:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WCCduCP8L4M
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=15XMUd9eYEg
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mbajoCoyx2w
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nr-Ok2neDue
https://foziecat.wordpress.com/ilocano-songs-and-lyrics/
Ilocano Arts and Crafts

-Ilocano have different unique arts and crafts:

o Binatbatan- beating of cotton balls using a bamboo sticks to separate

the seeds.
o Abel Fabric- special fabric made of cotton by doing binatbatan.
o Panagabel-oldest Ilocano weaving tradition. The ingredient of loom is
tilar(sinulid).
o Sagut- natural dye made from the sap of black plum.
o Bolinao Mats – made from buri
o Tinalik- baskets made from rattan
o Camisa chino
o Bamboo Crafts

Ilocano Festivals

o Ilocanos know how to party. You can tell by the amount of fiestas they
have. Here’s a rundown of some and all of them showcasing the
tradition and way of life of the Ilocanos.

o Ilocos Norte’s Tan-Ok Festivals (The Greatness of the Ilocano) Festival

of Festivals- the event showcases the province’s unique history,
culture and tradition through dance.
o Gameng Festival- chief objective is to strengthen Solsona’s culture,
uphold its cultural products and designs and preserve its historical
and cultural treasure and resources. It is celebrated every January
24-27 in Solsona, Ilocos Norte.
o Pamulinawen Festival- Laoag City’s yearly fiesta. It is held every
February in honor of St. William the Hermit, the city’s patron saint.
Highlights of the celebration include the Pamulinawen Street
Pageantry, “Dulang” Food Festival, Calesa Festival, Comedia Ilocana,
Sarsuela, Balikbayan Nights, Pamulinawen Grand Parade,
Pamulinawen Agro-Industrial Trade Fair, Miss Laoag City
Pamulinawen Beauty Pageant, Search for Miss ABC (Association of
Barangay Councils), and Rural Improvement Club (RIC) Day.
 o Ani Festival- celebrated to pay tribute to Dingras as the rice granary
of the province of Ilocos Norte. “Mannalon” means farmer in Iloco.
o The Mannalon Festival is celebrated to pay tribute to the farmers of
Marcos, Ilocos Norte.
o Dinaklisan Festival -showcases the traditional livelihood of the area’s
fisherman. “Panagdaklis” is a traditional way of catching fish used by
the fisherman of Currimao, Ilocos Norte until now.
o Kurarapnit Festival- animalistic festival featuring the exotic bat
(Hiposideros sp) found in the town of Pagudpud. The festival also
aims to promote the protection of the unexplored natural wealth of
Pagudpud, such as caves.
o Magdarapan:Talip Festival – celebrated to commemorate the ancient
pact that brought lasting peace between the ethnic tribes in the
province of Ilocos Norte.
o Empanada Festival- showcase of the famous product- the Batac
empanada, which is made of savory filling of grated green papaya,
mongo,longganisa and egg. The dough that serves as its thin and
crisp wrapper is made of rice flour. The main feature of the festival is
the street dancing which chronicles the process of preparing the
delicacy.

Ilocanos Food

-Ilocos sits in the north-western part of the Philippines and is said to have
one of the country’s strong culinary traditions.

o Longganisa – A Vigan Food Specialty

o Batac Empanadas – Striking Orange Empanadas
o Bagnet – Deep Fried Crispy Pork Cracklings
o Pinakbet – Popular Mixed Vegetable Ilocos Food
o Okoy – Best Shrimp Fritters from Vigan
o Poqui-Poqui – An Ilocano Grilled Eggplant Dish
o Garlic at the Sinait Garlic Festival
o The Dragon Fruit in Ilocos Norte
o Ilocos Chicacorn: Popular Local Filipino Snack
o Dudol- an Ilocano Food with Asian Roots
 Activity 2
20 Different responses to “Who am I”
 This is what I know right now, I am Daianna C. Guzman.
 I am short and petite 20-year old who looks to be of the age of 14.
 I am the type of person who loves to be alone at home because I feel
free.
 I am the person who overthinks a lot before going to sleep that’s why
it’s hard for me to sleep at night.
 I am also that person who afraid to commit at something because I
am not sure if I can stand for it.
 I am not a showy person but I love my family so much.
 Sometimes, I am “what you see is what you get” kind of person.
 In terms of study, I am paranoid every time departmental comes.
 I am no longer I used to be and I really missed my old self.
 I am the type of person who loves to sleep rather than hanging out
with friends.
 I don’t say “I love you” easily because I don’t like to take that word
very lightly and I refuse to be someone who misuses it.
 I am soft-hearted person.
 I am that person who worries a lot about everything most especially
for my future like, what king of future I can give to my family.
 I am not music-lover but I listen often to music because it calms my
nerves.
 I am who I am today. Accept it or not, it’s okay.
 Everything is uncertain, but there’s one thing for sure, I am a child of
God.
 I am introvert but oftentimes I am extrovert.
 I am a family-oriented lady.
 I am the kind of person who gives tough love to the people I value
the most.
 I am an “indoor” person because I prefer staying at home than going
anywhere especially social gatherings.
 Activity 3
15 years from now:

A. Where do you want to be?

 I don’t have any particular place in mind but I think I will
reside where my job is.
B. How do you want to be living?
 I want to be a mother of 3 kids, government bank employee
and faithful and loving wife to my partner in life.
C. What do you want to be doing?
 Maybe a lot of travels and keep exploring myself.
D. What kind of person do you want to be? What qualities do you
think you possess?
 I want to be a responsible and matured woman who willing
to take risk and accepts the consequences.
 I want to possess the well-grown woman who is responsible,
have confidence on everything and still have fear on God.
E. How do you want to be viewed by other people?
 By seeing me as a successful woman and accepted by
everybody no matter what flaws I have.
1. What does the word beauty mean to you?
Activity 4
 Beauty means feeling good about yourself, having
confidence to show every bit of your personality to other
people.
2. What do you think makes a person attractive?
 I am attracted to someone who handles bad situation
properly.
3. Can you name 3 personalities you think are attractive and why?
 Positive thinking because I overthink a lot and I think his
comfort will absolutely help me.
 Have sense of humour because you will not have dull
conversations.
 Kindness and understanding because that would help you
and other grow as individuals and embrace changes easily.
4. Best compliment you’ve ever received.
 When I hear from other people how my parents proud of
me.
5. Do you like it when people tell you that you are beautiful?
 Actually, it depends because there are times that people
are being sarcastic on saying “beautiful” to other person.
6. Do you like the way you look?
 Most of the time yes because I realized that I need to like
and love every piece of myself. There’s no one will love you
the way you love yourself.
7. Do you like getting haircuts or having your hair brushed/styled/ braided/
put up?
 No because it hurts.
8. What do you think it means when people say that beauty comes from
inside?
 I totally agree because it is something long lasting and
something that never chooses its audience.
9. Do you prefer it when you wear makeup?
 Yes, it helps to boost my confidence.
 Activity 5

What if I told you that in the end

Everybody would be dead
Will you dare to play the threat
Or, for beautiful life, you will strongly defend?

Your life is at risk and so do mine,

Cannot escape this I speak no guile
And hard may seem, everyone’s not fine,
But much hate won’t help and so does gripe.

Worry not these epic throes

Even with no assurance of coup from unseen foes.
Scriptures of God as their sword and shield
Hankering to wrest this foreign weed.

Mask-covered face is what I see,

Luminous smiles salute me
But fear filled eyes cannot hide,
Amidst the shambles, the worry cannot flee
They stood strong and fight endlessly.

Frontliners, they are

Indelible heroes of all times
Priceless deeds saves thousands lives
We…..
Hats Off.