![]() ![]() It’s very important for an expatriate to understand this whole concept of Amor-propio and everything that comes with it, namely the hiya, utang na loob, and euphemisms as this will be a part of your living as they communicate and form relationships with the locals. One interesting thing about Filipinos is the Amor-Propio or one’s sense of self. The Philippines has an amusing lifestyle, given the diverse cultural influences, mainly from the Spanish, American mixed with the original Southeast Asian culture. Although full assimilation is almost always impossible, it’s very important to at least understand the culture and eliminate the distress that comes with moving into a new nation. ![]() Dornet Venturanza, Reloc8 Asia Pacific Group’s Philippines partner shares insights into Cultural Challenges in the Philippines.Ī significant part of a successful international assignment is being able to adapt to the new culture.
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