homeroom guidance module

I, YOU AND WE:

RESPECTING
SIMILARITIES AND
DIFFERENCES
Learning Objectives
At the end of this module, you are expected to:
1. Recognize the different duties of your family members that strengthen
harmonious relationships;
2. Demonstrate ways of showing respect and strengthening relationship
with others in spite of differences in beliefs, culture and values; and
3. Value the importance of respecting similarities and differences with
others.
Introduction
In this module, you will realize that living in harmony with others requires
showing respect in spite of similarities and differences. Our golden rule “Do
not do unto others, what you do not want them to do unto you” was repeatedly
taught to strengthen its impact and be a seamless part of you. This principle is
a powerful reminder for you to treat others better just like how you wanted to
be treated.
As you go through life, you will be confronted with challenges of interacting
and working with other people with similar and different views, beliefs, culture
and values from you. Understanding and respecting individual differences will
help you recognize the importance of diversity and strengthen your
interpersonal relationships.
Let’s Try This!

Different But United

1. Copy the table on a clean sheet of paper.
2. List down the duties that each of your family member performs, including you.
3. Ask them about the importance of their role in strengthening your family’s relationship
amidst the different challenges and difficulties that you encounter (examples:
misunderstandings, financial problem, dealing with the COVID-19 pandemic, etc.).
4. If possible, do this activity during your rest time so that you are all gathered in one place.
5. An example is provided to serve as your guide.
Note: You can include the other household members (grandmother, grandfather, aunt, uncle,
cousins). Add rows and necessary spaces when needed.

Family Members Duties Performed
Father He provides support to our family –
financially, emotionally, socially,
morally and spiritually.
Role in Strengthening Family’s
Relationship
Being the source of strength and
reminding the family members to
trust each other.

Processing Questions:
1. What did you discover about you and your family while doing the activity?
2. How does having similar or different duties unite your family?
3. What is the importance of recognizing and respecting the roles of family
members in strengthening your relationships?
Let’s Explore This!

Diversity Card
Within every group of people, there are similarities and differences among
individuals. Some of these are obvious while others are not. It is important to
recognize and respect your similarities with and differences from the people
around you in order to strengthen your relationship with them.
Copy the Diversity Card on a clean sheet of paper. Complete the card by
writing names of the people around you (family members, relatives, friends or
neighbors) who fits in each description. You may personally identify them based
on your knowledge about them or by asking if one of the description is true to
them. As much as possible, identify different individuals for each description.
Processing Questions:

1. How was your experience

while completing the
activity?
2. Who among the people
around you has significant
similarities with and
differences from you?
Explain briefly its impact
in your relationship with
them.
3. How do you strengthen
your relationship with the
people around you in spite
of your differences?
Keep in mind
The concept of diversity encompasses acceptance and respect. It means
understanding that each individual is unique, and recognizing individual differences.
You might have known that there are no two people alike, but it is in our
differences that we complement each other. It is like your body that is composed of
different parts but all are important as they all serve you in different ways. You might
have preferred to be a friend to someone who is a lot similar to you or those who
are different from you for some personal reasons or preferences. We were born
from different races, we were raised from different families of varying cultures, and
we all have equal rights and privileges, of who we want to be or how we want to live,
that might explain our similarities or differences.
As people inhabiting in just one world, we are encouraged to live in harmony with
everyone. We can only possibly do it if we will always show respect for others amidst
our similarities and differences to achieve a more meaningful relations with them.
Here are a few ways that you can do:

1. Begin with an open mind. Be willing to
hear and learn about others’ views,
beliefs, culture, or values. This gives you
the opportunity to establish connection
with others and have a wider
understanding of the world in which we
live in.
2. Accept others for who they are.
Acceptance is the ability to see that
others have a right to be their own
unique persons. This will help you
develop empathy, a skill that will help
you to better understand those who are
different from you.
 4. Listen closely. Focus on what others
are saying and sharing. Pay attention to
3. Value the differences. Appreciating their emotions and try to understand
our similarities and differences is vital in where they’re coming from. We learn
creating a community that is united when we listen to one another.
amidst diversity. Remember, our
differences are what make us unique 5. Seek understanding. Instead of
and special. Together, we can do so questioning the validity of the other
much when our abilities are combined. person’s opinions or beliefs, ask
questions and be curious. Genuinely try
to understand others and make them
feel respected.
One of the best things about the world
we live in is being surrounded with
different people. Instead of
emphasizing our differences, embrace
them, be respectful of them and use
the experience to learn and grow as a
person.
You Can Do It!

Strengthening Relationships amidst Diversity

Accepting and understanding the people around you amidst your
similarities and differences shows how you appreciate and value them in your
lives. Making them feel that you respect them will strengthen your relationship
with them.
Copy the table on a clean sheet of paper. Think of five significant people
around you (family, friends, etc.) who made a positive impact in your life in
spite of having different views, interest, culture or values. Then, share ways
on showing respect amidst diversity that strengthen your relationship. An
example is provided below to serve as your guide.
 Significant person How did he/she made a How do you show you
In what way/s are you In what ways are you
(name and your positive impact in your respect and strengthen
similar? different?
relationship) life? your relationship?

Ana, my best friend We both come from a She is quite shy while I She supports I make sure to always
big family. We enjoy am an outgoing everything that I do, listen to her and be
singing and dancing person. motivates me to do my with her when she
together. best in school. needs me.

Processing Questions:
1. How did you feel while doing the activity?
2. What is the importance of recognizing your similarities and differences in
strengthening your relationship with others?
3. How will you inspire others to respect individual differences?
What I Have Learned
Directions:
1. To promote respect for others and
strengthen family relationship, create
an advocacy poster that upholds the
value of respect for others and that
helps strengthen your relationship
with your family and other significant
people around you. Create your own
title or slogan.
2. Use a clean sheet of paper and
available drawing materials.
Share Your Thoughts and
Feelings
On a clean sheet of paper, make at least 3-5 paragraph essay guided by
the following questions:
1. How do you practice respect to people who are very different from
you?
2. When was the last time you struggled to respect other people? Cite
your personal experience.
3. How do you react if others are not respecting you?