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Chapter 1 Lesson 4

Bello, Melvin John R.

ACTIVITY Using a diagram, a concept map, or a symbolic drawing, how do you perceive the difference between Western and Eastern culture? Please write a short explanation below your illustrations,

Western Culture Western culture, sometimes equated with Western civilization, Western lifestyle or European civilization, is a term used very broadly to refer to a heritage of social norms, ethical values, traditional customs, belief systems, political systems, and specific artifacts and technologies that have some origin or association with Europe.

Eastern Culture A term used to refer to a heritage of social norms, ethical values, traditional customs, belief systems, political systems, and specific artefacts and technologies that have some origin or association with Asia.

Short explanation: Eastern and Western cultures have a different perception of power and power distance. Eastern cultures tend to have a very hierarchical structure, where Western cultures are more egalitarian. “Western cultures value independence and tend to promote individuals who are task orientated and individualistic.”

ANALYSIS Let us answer, share, and reflect on the following questions as we get to know more about cultural variations of the "self" 1. What kind of "self" do you think will a Western culture create, as you depicted? *Ruggedly individualistic. - Westerners take pride in having their own distinct identities. They embrace autonomy and like to think for themselves. 2.What kind of "self do you think will an Eastern culture create, as you have depicted? *Collectivist Eastern culture, on the other hand is significantly more collectivist. 3. Which of the cultural traits you have listed do not always apply to either Westerners or Easterners? *Religious Beliefs Strong religious beliefs and affiliations are common in Eastern culture; yet, spirituality takes precedence over religion in both Eastern and Western cultures. The belief in deities is only for spirituality and guidance in both cultures. Unlike in other civilizations, the belief is extreme to the point of infringing on other people's rights and life.

4. How is the Philippine culture, in general, similar or different to either Western or Eastern cultures? *Filipino have a strong faith when it comes to their beliefs and values. Here in the Philippines a lot of Filipino women are charming and very loving, that what makes Filipino people different from others. 5. Do you think understanding a person's cultural background is one of the keys in understanding himself or herself? Why or why not? *Yes, because a person's cultural background reflected what he or she adapted to their cultures, which defined the type of person they are in the present.

ASSESSMENT AND APPLICATION

A. Research about one more concept that we can associate with the Filipino idea of "self." Cite your sources. *Filipinos tend to emphasize values and attributes that encourage interpersonal cooperation, reciprocity, and social acceptance over individualistic values such as autonomy and individuality, reflecting a collectivistic perspective. B. How can our Filipino concept of "self" along with the values and practices connected to it, become a positive thing against adversity? Give an example. *As an influence of one's culture, the Filipino value system is defined by the way people live their families. The Philippine value system consists of a distinct set of ideas, moral norms, ethical practices, etiquette, and cultural and personal values that are promoted by the Philippine society. C. On the other hand, when can this concept of Filipino "self" be a negative trait? In general, Filipinos are known for being happy, friendly, and very hospitable people, and we are known for all of these good qualities all over the world. However, let's face it, Filipinos have some annoying habits that can give the country a bad reputation. These habits not only bring us down personally, but also the entire country. 1.) "Bahala na" mentality 2.) procrastination, often known as the maana habit 3.) a crab mindset 4.) a lack of self-discipline 5.) Filipino time D. In the age of social media, what changes can we note about the concept of kapwa? *As a Filipino give to respect...