How does our cultural orientation impact our idea of self?

Culture helps define how individuals see themselves and how they relate to others. A family’s cultural values shape the development of its child’s self-concept: Culture shapes how we each see ourselves and others. For example, some cultures prefer children to be quiet and respectful when around adults.

What is cultural orientation as a Filipino?

Filipino culture is very family-oriented, and has made people have relaxed attitudes. Although they may not enjoy the extent of material wealth that many western countries have, in many ways they are richer through their tightly knit social and family structures.

Does culture shape our personal identity?

A person’s understanding of their own cultural identity develops from birth and is shaped by the values and attitudes prevalent at home and the surrounding, noting that the cultural identity, in its essence, relates to our need to belong. Everyone needs to feel accepted and “at home” with a certain group.

How can you associate yourself with the Filipino culture and values?

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• We are a happy people.
• We excel in hospitality skills and customer service.
• We are family-oriented.
• We respect the elderly.
• We are hardworking.
• We are not proud of the Filipino time.
• We enjoy having siesta.
• We do bayanihan.

What is the importance of knowing the Filipino values and culture?

Filipinos reiterate the importance of values related to society such as good governance, love for country, honesty and integrity. As for personal values, value of the self, life and purpose, resilience, and happiness are important.

How does culture shape us and how do we shape culture?

Our culture shapes the way we work and play, and it makes a difference in how we view ourselves and others. It affects our values—what we consider right and wrong. Our society—through its particular culture, customs, institutions, and more—provides us with the labels we use to categorize the people we encounter.

How does society shape the self what are the most significant?

How does society shape the individual? Social institutions such as media, education, the government, family, and religion all have a significant impact on a person’s identity. They also help to shape how we view ourselves, how we act and give us a sense of identity when we belong to a particular institution.