“Just in any continents, Asia as well

possesses a distinct moral/ethical

behaviour that makes us unique in our
culture, dealing with socio-political-
cultural difficulties”.
Buddhism
It shapes character in
Southeast Asia as Christianity
does in Europe. Theraveda
Buddhism encourages its
practitioners to keep their
emotions and passions in
check and stresses karma over
determination.
Confucian Character
Include love and respect for the family , integrity, loyalty,
honesty, humility, industriousness, respect for elders, patience,
persistence, hard work, friendship, commitment to education,
belief in order and stability, emphasis on obligations to the
community rather just individual rights and preference for
consultation rather than open confrontation.
Strengths of Filipino Character

Pakikipagkapwa-tao Strong Family Ties

Joy and Humor Flexibility, Adaptability and Creativity
Hard Work and Industry Faith and Religiosity
Filipino Positive Values

Hospitability Bayanihan
Respectful Bravery
Sense of Humor Discretion and Dignity
Gratefulness Honesty and Commitment
Helpfulness Family-oriented
Resilience Resourcefulness
Faithfulness Thriftiness
Weakness of the Filipino Character
❑Extreme Personalism
❑Extreme Family Centeredness
❑Lack of Discipline
❑Passivity and Lack of Initiative
❑Colonial Mentality
❑Kanya-kanya Syndrome
❑Lack of Self-analysis and Self-reflection
Filipino Negative Values
Gossiping Passivity