Grown in different culture, beliefs and
experiences, all of us may tend to view things differently. In a way, we set
standards but a standard does not have standards for qualification. Things that
surround us may be good or bad for us but it depends on how we will view it.
So, does it mean that the so-called negative Filipino values could be the hope
to be save some of the bad image Filipino have?
Searching for Filipino values in the
internet, it lead me to an article entitled,” The Ambivalence of FilipinoTraits and Values”. Emerita S. Quinto stress out how Filipino sets standards. Comparing
ourselves to the Westerners is a big no no because we are totally different to
them. Filipinos standard is smallness while others are greatness. Our way of life will only look negative
if we use their yardsticks in judging. Therefore, she stated the positive and negative
effect of common values of Filipinos. Towards the end, she is pointing out
that, “There is something strange in the very way we look upon
success.” For me it’s not
about how we achieve success. Every one of us can do anything we want to
fulfill it. No one can judge our ways and to accomplish is the most important
part.
We, Filipinos, are often considered to be
small and average. Yes it’s true but with this uniqueness, we out shine others.
We prove that even small things can make difference. Unusual way of living is
absolutely alright if we judge it using our oriental yardstick.
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