BASIC VALUES OF

FILIPINO
1. SELF-WORTH

“IF YOU LEARN TO LOVE YOURSELF, YOU’LL

FIGURE OUT YOUR WORTH”.
What Is the Meaning of Self-Worth and Self-Value?

Self-worth and self-value are two related terms that are often used interchangeably. Having a sense of
self-worth means that you value yourself, and having a sense of self-value means that you are worthy.

1. Self-worth is defined by Merriam-Webster as:

“a feeling that you are a good person who deserves to be treated with respect”.

2. Self-value is “more behavioral than emotional, more about how you act toward what you value,
including yourself, than how you feel about yourself compared to others”.
What Determines Self-Worth?
Self-worth is determined mostly by our self-evaluated abilities and our performance in one or
more activities that we deem valuable.

Here are five of the top factors that people use to measure and compare their own self-worth to the
worth of others:

1. Appearance—whether measured by the number on the scale, the size of clothing worn, or the
kind of attention received by others;

2. Net worth—this can mean income, material possessions, financial assets, or all of the above;
3. Who you know/your social circle—some people judge their own value and the value of others by
their status and what important and influential people they know;

4. What you do/your career—we often judge others by what they do; for example, a stockbroker is
often considered more successful and valuable than a janitor or a teacher;

5. What you achieve—we frequently use achievements to determine someone’s worth (whether it’s our
own worth or someone else’s), such as success in business, or placement in a marathon or other athletic
challenge.
SELF-REFLECTION QUESTIONS ON YOUR PERCEIVED
WORTH

“If I succeed at this, I will feel more valuable as a person.

Core Process of Self-Esteem

 Domains represent the areas where people believe success means that they
are wonderful or worthwhile, and failure means that they are worthless
(Crocker & Wolfe, 2001).

For example, the self-worth of person A may be greatly determined by

academic performance, while the self-worth of person B may be determined
mainly by appearance.
5 Activities and Exercises for Developing Self-Worth

1. Increase your self-understanding

 An important activity on the road to self-worth is to build self-understanding. You need to learn who
you are and what you want before you can decide you are a worthy human being.

2. Boost your self-acceptance

 Once you have a better idea of who you are, the next step is to enhance your acceptance of yourself.
 Start by forgiving yourself for anything. Think of any struggles, needs for improvement, mistakes, and bad
habits you have, and commit to forgiving yourself and accepting yourself without judgment or excuses.
3. Enhance your self-love
 Now that you have worked on accepting yourself for who you are, you can begin to build
love and care for yourself. Make it a goal to extend yourself kindness, tolerance,
generosity, and compassion.

4. Recognize your self-worth

 Once you understand, accept, and love yourself, you will reach a point where you no
longer depend on people, accomplishments, or other external factors for your self-worth.
5. Take responsibility for yourself
 In this stage, you will practice being responsible for yourself, your circumstances, and
your problems.
 2. DUTY AND OBLIGATION

DIFFERENCE BETWEEN DUTY AND OBLIGATION:

 OBLIGATION – can be defined as something that is imposed on an individual due to some

framework such as laws, rules and regulations and even agreements.

 DUTY – comes from the sense of morality which guides the individual to perform a particular task
or activity.

 In an obligation, the individual has no choice but, in a duty, the individual has a choice.
DUTIES AND OBLIGATIONS OF CITIZENS:

Duties and obligations are the constitutional responsibilities a citizen or citizens are expected to perform in
the society for the smooth governance of the state.
There are basically three categories of obligations: civic or political obligations, economic obligations and
social obligations.

1. Civic or political obligations: these are the political duties of the citizens to the state such as voting
during election, readiness to serve, obedience to law and order, etc.
2. Economic obligations: these are the duties of the citizens that are associated with business,
revenue, funding and maintenance of infrastructures. A good example of economic duty is
prompt payment of taxes.

3. Social obligations: these are the duties of the citizens that are related to the individual’s
relationship with government agents, government properties and other citizens in the state.
Examples of social obligations are respect for constituted authority, promotion of orderliness in
public places, involvement in environmental sanitation, protection of public properties, etc.
DUTIES AND OBLIGATIONS OF CITIZENS
Below are some of the duties and obligations of the citizens in the society.

1. Obedience to Law and Order: Citizens of a state have the constitutional obligation to obey the laws of
the state and ensure orderliness in their conducts.
2. Payment of Taxes: Citizens owe the state the duty of tax payment. It is an offense against the state for an
employed citizen to evade tax payment.
3. Voting During Election: All qualified citizens are expected to participate in the election of political
leaders at all levels. Those who refuse to vote have no right to complain of bad governance.
4. Respect for the Rights of Other Citizens: The citizens are expected not to infringe on the
rights of other citizens in the process of exercising their own rights.
5. Reporting suspected criminal cases to appropriate authority or agency.
6. Readiness to serve as witness in the court when the need arises.
7. Respect for national symbols and national anthem.
8. Involvement in community services including environmental sanitation.
9. Willingness/readiness to defend the nation at all times.
3. SIMPLICITY AND THRIFT

 Thrift and Simplicity is a pathway to happiness.

 It always makes more sense to live a thrifty lifestyle than to a
flamboyant one that can leave you broke in a few years.
Some ways to transform your life into one that’s happier, wiser, and more
rewarding:
1. Don’t buy anything you don’t need.
2. Shop around before you actually buying.
3. Refinance your mortgage.
4. Repurpose
5. Buy secondhand
What is the value of thriftiness?

 Yes, being thrifty is a good thing. In fact, there are a number of benefits to living a
thrifty lifestyle.
 For example, thriftiness can help you save more money, improve your financial
stability and get out of debt, all of which, in turn, may lead to a lower level of
financial stress
What Does Thrifty Mean?

 Is thrifty the same thing as cheap? No, cheap and thrifty mean two different things.
The term ‘cheap’ refers to somebody that is unwilling to spend money, even at the
expense of others. The term ‘thrifty’, on the other hand, refers to somebody that is
careful to avoid waste in their financial life, without sacrificing generosity.
7 Reasons Why Being Thrifty Is A Good Thing:

1. Increases Your Financial Margin

If you’re unfamiliar with the term, ‘financial margin’, it refers to the gap between your expenses
and your income.

2. Helps You Save And Invest More Money

One of the biggest reasons why being thrifty is a good thing, is that it can help you save a lot
more money.
3. Reduces Stress
For years now, we have been hearing experts talk about the harmful effects of stress in our lives.
From worsening physical ailments, to depression, and even the destruction of our relationships, the
less stress you have in your life, the better off you’ll be.
And one of the leading causes of stress in America, is money.

4. Changes Your Financial Perspective

One of the major reasons why being thrifty is a good thing, is that it can completely change your
perspective on your financial situation.
5. It Keeps You Focused On Your Goals
Along the same lines as changing your financial perspective, when you live a thrifty lifestyle, it is much
easier to stay focused on your financial goals.
6. Can Help You Get Out Of Debt
One of the most important things my wife and I have ever done in our financial life, is get completely out of
debt.
7. Increased Generosity
One of the least talked about reasons why being thrifty is a good thing is that it increases your opportunity to
be generous with the money that you make.
4. CLEANLINESS AND ORDERLINESS

What is the difference between the two?

 ORDERLINESS - the fact of having a regular, proper and systematic

arrangement.

 CLEANLINESS – state of being cleanly; neatness of person or dress.

 CLEANLINESS AN ORDERLINESS ARE NOT MATTERS OF
INSTINCT; THEY ARE MATTERS OF EDUCATION, AND LIKE
MOST GREAT THINGS, YOU MUST CULTIVATE A TASTE FOR
THEM .
(BENJAMINS DISRAEL)
5. COMMITMENT
COMMITMENT means:

 an agreement or pledge to do something in the future

 the state or an instance of being obligated or emotionally impelled
 something pledged
 the state or quality of being dedicated to a cause, activity, etc.
 an engagement or obligation that restricts freedom of action.
Words to describe COMMITMENT:
 dedication.
 loyalty.
 allegiance.
 devotion.
 fidelity.
 faithfulness.
 steadfastness.
 fealty.
What makes a person committed?

 A committed person is simply one who regularly keeps their commitments, what
he or she has signed up to do or not do. Sounds rather simple and straightforward,
doesn't it? It is, and it works remarkably well.
 6. HONESTY AND INTEGRITY

DIFFERENCE BETWEEN HONESTY AND INTEGRITY:

 Honesty can be understood as the quality of being truthful and sincere. When a person is honest
in his words and actions, the person refrains from lying to others, cheating and also deceiving.
The individual believes in speaking the truth at all costs.
 Integrity refers to doing the right thing at all times. In some situations, doing the right thing can
be very difficult. Sometimes it can even cause damage to self, or those who are close to us. Yet, a
person with integrity always does the right thing whatever costs it takes.
Examples of everyday integrity:
 Refrain from sharing secrets and confidential information with others.
 Remain honest with your partner.
 Avoid gossiping about other people.
 Follow through on promises you make.
 Return found items without an expectation of receiving a reward.
 Admit when you are wrong.
Example of INTEGRITY as a student:

 Treating others equally without self-interest or prejudice. following the

University's rules and not trying to gain unfair advantages in assessments, mid-
terms or tests (e.g., copying someone else's answers, using their phone to look up
information during an exam etc.)
Examples of Honesty:
 Admitting when you were Wrong. ...
 Choosing not to Cheat. ...
 Saying when you've had your Fair Share. ...
 Speaking up when Something Upsets You. ...
 Saying an Unpopular Truth. ...
 Showing Disappointment and Emotions. ...
 Returning Something that Belongs to Others. ...
 Sharing Constructive Feedback.
Example of being HONEST as a student:

 Always telling the truth, never stealing or cheating. Not hiding the truth about
something, being sincere. Being able to share honestly how you feel.
 7. SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY

What is SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY?

 Social responsibility is an ethical theory in which individuals are accountable for fulfilling their civic duty,
and the actions of an individual must benefit the whole of society. In this way, there must be a balance
between economic growth and the welfare of society and the environment.
 Social responsibility is a moral obligation on a company or an individual to take decisions or actions that
is in favour and useful to society. Social responsibility in business is commonly known as Corporate
Social Responsibility or CSR. For any company, this responsibility indicates that they acknowledge and
appreciate the goals of the society, and therefore, would support them to achieve these goals.
CORE SUBJECTS AND KEY PRINCIPLES OF SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY:

1. Organizational governance
2. Human rights
3. Labor practices
4. Environment
5. Fair operating practices
6. Consumer issues
7. Community involvement and development
Types of Social Responsibilities:

(1) Economic Responsibility

 Every business is engaged in economic activities.
 So, the prime social responsibility of every business should be economic responsibility.
 Hence they should sell products and service which can satisfy the need of the society.

(2) Legal Responsibility

 The company should comply with the political and legal environment of the country.
 The company should consider protecting the environment.
(3) Ethical Responsibility

 This type of responsibility expects a certain type of behaviour or conduct from the company.
 This behaviour may not be documented by law.

(4) Discretionary Responsibility

 These are voluntary actions taken by the entities in case of natural calamities, helping poor people etc.
 They help them by providing a charitable contribution, education activities, etc.
 It prevents investments of charitable funds into speculative activities.
 8. ENVIRONMENTAL AWARENESS

 Environmental awareness is having an understanding of the environment, the

impacts of human behaviors on it, and the importance of its protection.

 Environmental awareness is an integral part of the movement’s success. By

spreading awareness to others that the physical environment is fragile and
indispensable, we can begin fixing the issues that threaten it.
Here are several examples of issues impacting the environment today:

1. Oil Drilling - This issue is one that causes a great deal of environmental destruction.
2. Deforestation - Millions of acres of forest are cut down for industrial benefit, such as large
scale farming, oil mining, and the production of paper goods.
3. Production of Plastic Goods - Currently our society creates a great deal of waste and
much of that waste consists of plastic. This waste ends up all over the globe in both land
and water.
Once you’re weMake a Difference
ll versed in environmental issues, you can use that knowledge to start beneficial projects in your home and/or in your
community.

Here are some examples of the kinds of projects and initiatives you could get involved in:

 Instead of driving to work or school, take the bus, carpool, walk, or ride your bike to cut down on greenhouse gas
emissions. According to the EPA transportation adds to 33% of the total atmospheric CO₂.

 Consider investing in appropriate technology like clean power (solar or wind), if not for your home then maybe for a
community center. This supports a transition to clean and renewable energy.
 Buy reusable products such as glass bottles, reusable bags, and reusable cups. Avoid buying
disposable goods such as paper towels, plastic bottles, and plastic bags.

 Start a composting and recycling program in communities where there are none. This will help
cut down our waste production.

 Support local businesses and farmers, and buy organic and pesticide-free food when you can. Or,
start your own community garden.