UNDERSTANDING THE SELF

Political Self
Group 9
Members

Blanker, Blankeria
De Guzman , Gerald
Dagami, Jancheal Mikhaela
 POLITICAL SELF

This introduction explores the political self, a multifaceted identity influenced by beliefs,
values, and experiences. It delves into the development of this self, its impact on actions, and
its significance in a democratic society, focusing on power, justice, and our role in shaping
the world.

What is Politics ?

It is the way that people living in groups make decision. It is also in making agreements
between people that they can live together such as tribes, cities or countries.

What is Self?

This identity being a member of a community or country he belongs. Taking pride of his
belongingness. Filipinos have so many things to be proud of.

What is Political Self?

The Philippines as we know it now arose in the 1890s, following more than three centuries of
Spanish occupation. Meanwhile, freedom from the final conquerors, the Japanese, took place
only in 1946. Foreign culture, beliefs, language, and religion have made a significant impact
on our own by laying the groundwork for the present Filipino identity and culture.
Colonialism continues to be a concern.

In general, Political self defines the conceptually discrete categories of “ inner” and “outer”
in reality constantly interact, shape and inform each other.

Kendall(1998)

● Defines politics as a social institution through which power is acquired and exercised
by people in the groups” man in nature is a political animal”
● It serves as a mechanism by which individuals develop power and understand proper
functioning of a democratic.

Steven, Anglin, and Jussim ( 2015)

● Politics is a central component of their identity.

 ● Organizes one’s beliefs, attitudes and affiliations and aids the processing of politically
relevant information.
● It constitutes knowledge about Constitution , government and governance
● Exemplifies the ideals and aspirations of the people, embodies the rules and principle
of the states and determines the status nd power of the people/
● Often defined by Citizenship

Ma. Serena Diokno (1997)

● Political self and identity are developed through socialization , through the ways of
people learn the knowledge, norms motives, and roles appropriate to their positions in
a group or community. Through social interaction , people learn the status, duties,
rights and power necessary to interact successfully with other people .
● The political self is influenced and modified by the opinions comments and
suggestions of order people.

POLITICAL SELF THEORIES

Social Learning Theory (Albert Bandura)

● A person can acquire learning through observation and imitation
● Observation and imitation is important in a process known political socialisation,
● Political socialisation is the lifelong process by which individuals gain knowledge
about
politics.

Cognitive Theory
● Suggest that mental activities (e.g., knowledge, perceptions, ideas) of individuals are
important determinants of behaviour (e.g., political attitude)

Theory of Symbolic Interaction

● Suggests that behaviours are products of communication, meaning, and symbols.
● People give meanings to symbols and they express these meanings through language
communication.

Who is a Filipino?

A Filipino is someone who embodies the rich history and culture of the Philippines'. This
identity is a blend of indigenous traditions, Spanish colonial influences, American cultural
elements, and Asian heritage. Filipinos are often references to globally renowned
personalities like Manny Pacquiao, Lea Salonga, and Michael Cinco who have made
Filipinos recognized around the world through their expertise. However, being a Filipino is
far more than just being related to these notable figures.
Key Filipino Values and Traits

● The Filipino Hospitality

- Welcome their guests and tourists as if they are their own brothers and sisters; they
always make their guests feel at home, offering them something to eat or even a place
to stay.

● Respect for Elders

- Filipinos greet their elders by kissing their hand while saying "Mano po!" and
constantly using "po" and "opo" in conversations.

● Close Family Ties

- Filipinos maintain a tight relationship with their families regardless if the children are
old enough and already have families of their own.

● Cheerful Personality
- Filipinos have a habit of smiling and laughing a lot. Smiling has been a coping
strategy for many Filipinos especially during trying times and calamities.

● Self-sacrifice
- Self-sacrificing attitude of Filipinos can be seen as an extension of Filipino
hospitality.

● Bayanihan
- Bayanihan is the spirit of communal unity and cooperation of Filipinos. It is also
about giving without expecting something in return.

● Bahala na Attitude
- Is the Filipino version of the famous line "hakuna matata" meaning no worries. The
phrase is said to have originated from "bathala na" where Bathala means God.

● Colonial Mentality
- Is regarded as the lack of patriotism and the attitude where Filipinos favour foreign
products more than their own. This does not only concern goods, but also the desire to
look more foreign than local and keep up with foreign beauty trends.

● Mañana Habit
- It was derived from a longer Filipino phrase called "Mamaya na" which means
dawdling things, which could have been done at an earlier time.
 ● Ningas Kugon
- Refers to the attitude of eagerly starting things but quickly losing eagerness soon after
experiencing difficulty, just like how fast the fire of a Cogon grass burns out moments
after being ignited.

● Pride
- Most Filipinos hold on to their pride as if they are more precious than keeping a good
relationship with family and loved ones. When two parties are not on good terms, they
find it so hard to apologise and wait until the other party asks for an apology.

● Crab Mentality
- It is the most toxic trait of the Filipinos, they ruin each other's reputations and pull
each other down.

● Filipino Time
- Filipinos have this common attitude of arriving late at commitments.

FILIPINO MARKERS

● Proverbs or Salawikain - Filipino proverbs or Philippine proverbs are traditional

sayings or maxims used by Filipinos based on local culture, wisdom, and
philosophies. from Filipino life. If used in everyday conversations, proverbs are
utilised to emphasise a point or a thought of reasoning: the Filipino philosophy.

● Superstitions - beliefs or practice based upon one's trust in luck or other irrational,
unscientific, or supernatural forces. Often, it arises from ignorance, a
misunderstanding of science or causality, a belief in fate or magic, or fear of that
which is unknown.

● Myths and Legends - historical fact morphs into a legend when the truth has been
exaggerated to the point that real people or events have taken on a romanticised,
"larger than life" quality. In contrast, a myth is a type of symbolic storytelling that was
never based on fact.

● Heroes and Icons- Heroes serve as a reminder of true patriotism and nationalism as
they have sacrificed their lives for the sake of their country’s freedom and progress.
HOW TO BE GOOD FILIPINO

1. Be an active Filipino citizen

- A good Filipino citizen is aware of the current events and participation in the
government programs that aim for the country’s progression and development.

Examples:

By simply exercising your right to vote. You also become an active citizen.

2. Study the Philippine History

- The road of Philippine history is long and bloody and by learning and fully
understanding the events of Philippine History.

Example:
you will learn as much as to why it is important for you to love your country with
your life, extend help to your fellow Filipinos in need and recognize abuse of political
powers.

3. Support local products

- When you buy local products, you do not only support local manufacturers and
businessmen, but you also help strengthen the local economy. Supporting our local
products also displays our creativity, innovativeness and resourcefulness.

Example:

Shop at Local Farmers’s Market, Purchase Handmade Goods and Local Crafts and Explore
Local Boutiques and Specialty Stores

4. Speak the Filipino Language

- The history of the Filipino language was as long and hard as the Philippine History.
- Jose Rizal highlighted the importance of speaking a national language as a way of
displaying the love for one’s country.
- Speaking Filipino also serves as a unique identifier of being Filipino.

Example :

Tagalog, Bisaya, Cebuano, Ilocano , Bicol and Waray

5. Do not spread fake news and be democratic in engaging with dissent

- This period in the history of the Philippines has seen how the internet has spawned tons of
possibilities for people, both good and bad.

Example:
It is a part of being a good filipino to understand and verify what you read online, especially
in social media, before actually believing in it and spreading it like wildfire. It is also the
responsibility of every Filipino to recognize disagreement in political views, be tolerant and
argue intelligently without having to resort into name- calling people.
GROUP 9- POLITICAL SELF

Group Members :

Blanker, Blankeria
De Guzman , Gerald
Dagami, Jancheal Mikhaela