in what ways can you as a filipino reader be affected by such works that endeavor to open the minds of people on socio-political and morral issues confronting the country?
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Filipinos are fond of non-verbal communications. They use hand gestures, pursing of lips, raising of eyebrows and their eyes to communicate. They are less dependent on spoken words. They have a sharp intuitive sense (called “pakiramdam”) for what is implied and not stated. Even their smile has various meanings. A smile is not always meant to convey happiness but can mask embarrassment, nervousness of feelings of insecurity. If they do not want to respond to a question, they may just smile.
A respectful way of addressing an elder (someone older or one with a high and respected position in society) is to say “po” (formal) or “ho” (informal) at the end of the sentence. Parents and other elders are never addressed on a first name basis.
When responding to a request or a favour, Filipinos generally struggle with saying “no” for fear of hurting other people’s feelings. Instead they may convey the diplomatic response of “maybe” even if they actually mean “no”.
Handshake is acceptable for both male and female except for Muslim women. So do not be offended if women do not accept your handshake. They may just smile or vow their head as an acknowledgement.
Most Filipinos have nicknames, which they use in the work-place but it is advisable to refer to them more formally with their office title, such as Director, Attorney, and others.
In the work place, a lot of acronyms are used, so familiarity with acronyms will also be useful. Filipinos have a unique sense of humour. They are able to laugh or make jokes, in good or bad times. They can even laugh at their own mistakes.
The use of cell phone is the number one means of communication in the Philippines. It is not uncommon to see someone texting while in meetings. You can require that cell phones be turned off during meetings (just like in the churches).
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