Be careful, Tom! (Haha, I am being ironically humorous) I agree with your point here. I have experienced a couple scams here, but you are right it is not as huge of a deal as people might make it out to be here. Mahal ko ang Pilipinas dahil sa kabaitan ng Mga Kababayan!
In tagalog it may translate into "ingat." It may come out as a warning (beware) or a loving gesture (take care) Maybe we just want to go above and beyond sometimes our emotion or just being paranoid? 😂 We always say ingat.
I think it's because of Filipino's hospitality more to the foreigners than Filipinos. They want to ensure safety and want to give that warm and welcoming feeling to them. And also because some Filipinos are indifferent to other Filipinos but is different with foreign tourists. And also because Foreign tourists are less likely to steal than Filipinos because of poverty. And if you look at our history, we've been colonized by spanish, american, japanese I think that's also one of the reasons why Filipinos are like that to foreigners. It's ingrained in to our culture to be like that but I think it's better if we treat each other with love and kindness ŕegardless of whether you're a foreigner or a Filipino 😀.
Coz we love foreigners and "hate" ourselves. Since colonial times, and coz we are living on an archipelago, we are played against one another by our foreign masters to distrust one another. Most of the Filipinos care for foreigners might be because of an inferiority complex. We see you better compared to our own. That's why up to now, we still have this mentality. Add the fact on the decades ago, even today (despite having an "Iron Man" as a President), corruption is still on going. There is this "us vs. them" mentality. Good thing it didn't even devolved further that may result to a Balkanization.
Inferiority complex is real. It's like we engraved it in our minds even when we were kids I think (not because that's what our parents teach us, but it's more like a directive/instinct). And also, corruption is very deep here since the time of Aquinos (sorry for being political in this video). We've had enough of false promises.
Yes. It was the same for me, growing up. Watching about all the good stuffs in other countries and watching about all the negatives in the news about the PH really made me think that foreigners are better than out countrymen. Witnessing those didn't even help. But now I completely understand that what we see on the news isn't everything. Rumours aren't to be trusted, too. And we definitely shouldn't havr listened to what the adults are talking about regarding the country's problems. Young kids might think it's scary and affect thrir evaluation of the people
@@kathesnobbycat4586 You almost got me there but Aquinos? What have gotten into you?!? You are probably from Ilocos who keep downplaying what the Aquinos have done! Are there even any corruption cases against any of them?!? Kris Aquino is even one of the highest paying taxpayer! I'm done with the revisionist movement of Marcos loyalists!!
@@LarryfromPH Just a simple question? Did Cory had experience in governancy? I wonder why the Philippines became a third-world countrty after ousting Marcos? Look, if Aquinos are really that great then why Philippine economy didnt rise during Noynoy's term? Loyalist or not, I'm just stating the obvious here.
Hi Tom! I totally understand your point. I am also guilty of saying those things to my foreign friends or colleagues. Because growing up in the Philippines specifically in Metro Manila opened my eyes to alot of things. One of those is safety. I tried living, working and visiting different cities here. And most of the time I do it by myself. I already encountered and experienced things that dangers my safety. Sometimes even though I am being careful still things happen. It's either your stuff will get snatched, someone will scam you, someone will harass you and etc. Your lucky that you never experienced such things and I wish you will never experience it. Come to think of it. I am a Filipino but still it happened to me. Lesson learned. So with that I am always extra careful and observant with my environment whenever I am out, whenever I do or deal with things (like paying using your card or just withdrawing your money..etc). And I also remind my friends to do the same. I don't want them to have a bad experience in my country. So it's always better to be safe than sorry. Then with regards to Government. It's really hard to trust anyone there. Yeah we voted for them. But do you know the saying that people tend to change when they're dealing with money. That's the reason. And Philippine government is known for corrupt officials. Sad to say that even though we have a good president now which is Duterte. There are still people under him that still cannot help but steal money from the people. They think it's acceptable. That's why our President is trying to clean his administration. But then because of corruption tradition it's really hard to accomplish such thing. Sorry for my long explanation. I hope you get my point. But then it's up to you. I totally respect all the things that you have said 😊✌ By the way I like your videos 😊
Karamihan taga Visayas at Mindanao wala ng tiwala sa mga taga Luzon! Ana tataas ng tingin nyo sa sarili nyo, mga racist, unti2x ng lumabas baho ng mga artista nyo isa na c baklang coco at angel locsin.
Maybe the standards of "honesty" has elevated over time and has been influenced by what people read or see from formal and informal media. I'm pretty sure there is corruption everywhere else and not just in the PH. The culture of cautioning or warning someone is customary regardless of culture. I think, these comments from the people (including me) are just genuinely concerned so that you don't get scammed. We hate scammers. We hate losing our hard earned money to someone who's lazy to work in an honest way. We have that rage in us that may have developed over time that we have failed to see the whole nation prosper because some people work harder, and the others just steal. We hate the fact that we see our neighboring countries prosper more while our work forces are being of service to other countries instead (take the case of OFWs). If the leaders here were truly good, they could have had created jobs for the PH people but instead, we have to send people away from their families to earn more. The good ones most likely have left the country. The remaining good ones decide to stay and work for the country. Now, we don't have enough decently skilled resources available locally because most of them left. Now, it seems that we have more bad apples left. Others can disagree with me but this is just one perspective that may be common to your viewers.
As a Filipina, I agree with this. Most people here are living in the past, unaware that lots of thing have already changed. Yes the comments about how we got this attitude from our historical and cultural background are true. However, it's time to stop blaming history and start changing our perceptions. Blaming (a toxic filipino culture btw) won't do us and our country any good in the future.
No. 1 Korapsyon No. 2 Crab Mentality No. 3 Someone take advantage to others. No. 4 Be careful because lots of snatchers around. No. 5 Just be careful while on road. In my opinion only. ✌✌
I agree with you. People needs to start trusting each other. Social media and television started all of this. They mostly show bad news as if human kindness dont exist. Thank you for reminding us that kindness do exist in the Philippines.
Thank you for all your positive thoughts about the Filipinos and the Philippines. Filipinos are nice in and out, unfortunately some of us don't trust the people in the government. Filipinos trust each other it's just some of the people in the government that we don't trust and it's their fault if we don't trust them.
Im happy that you feel safe here. Actuallly most of the of them are over reacting. I know crimes are happening here in our country but it depends in the place and time that might happen. Just be aware with your sorounding and you will be fine here. 👍👍👍💯
i'm glad how you feel so safe here in our country and seemed to have assimilated yourself. i think people saying you be careful are just worried something might happen and your positive view of our country will turn upside down.
Trust is hardly given and earned when the environment is filled with untrustworthy people: scammers, hackers, corrupt politicians and officials, and even envious people. Filipinos, having witnessed and experienced hard times, are just the best example of this.
Many of the Filipinos finds it hard to trust easily because of fear and advance judgements. I am a Filipino but I trust all that surrounds me. I only stop trusting a person if that person broke it. I will never tell you to take care of yourself but rather "learn things through your eyes" :) God bless 😁✌️
Hi Tom, I understand what you are saying. To make it simple for you to understand. We had so many instances that donations coming from other countries have been used by the politicians for their own benefit. When I did a donation drive here in Cebu City during the lockdown, I personally did it. That's the only way that I can be sure that all the money goes to the people in need. About our things being so mindful, it's because of our past experiences and the experiences of our friends and family. We love to say be careful/ Ingat/ Amping because we want to wish you well and for you not to let your guard down. We are not saying that something will happen to you but something bad MIGHT happen to you. It's better to be cautious than regret later. Have you heard of foreigners being robbed? Bags took by salisi gang? I hope you'll live longer here in PH to fully understand why Filipinos react like that. I've been watching your videos for the past year, I just realized I haven't subscribed yet. I just subscribed.
...In my opinion, we think that it is better to be safe than sorry. Our country faced a lot of colonization in the past and also Philippines have more crime rates before.. today its seems a little bit unnoticeable but we cannot help ourselves to put our guards up for all the possibilities that we may encounter. It is not that we feel less secure in our country but it is more likely that we do not want to face a bad situation that we could avoid if we are more careful... I hope this would help.
These people telling you to "takecare" have, in one way or another, been victim to some kind of crime. Poverty can fuel the hungriest people to do desperate things. And the Philippines has poverty in spades. But. Thanks for your vlog. Thanks for your service. Thanks for putting the spotlight on this country.
It's just our way of showing our concern for your wellbeing, not necessarily an indication of lawlessness and danger abounding. The Filipino parting shot to each other is "Ingat" or "Ingats" loosely meaning, be alert or vigilant. There's no direct translation to English because "ingat" literally means "think." So we simply say "be careful" or "take care" When using English. Hope that this will help you inderstand the nuances of our culture better. We appreciate the intent of this video, but in answer to that? Yes, we do trust ourselves, but in the spirit of being careful we also practice the concept of "Trust, but verify" 😁😊 Keep on posting and "Ingats bro"
Hello Tom! Yeah your right, why dont trust each other? Because not all single filipino a good person theirs some are bud, thats why filipino always say you, be careful beacuase we dont want you to get hurt or taking advanges you, because we care for and we love you TOM. Filipino loves you! Im always watching your vlog. God bless you!
want to commend you for your honesty about it, where your coming from, wanting to truly understand filipinos mindset and where we’re coming from. There are many factor to this. 1. People’s experience 2. Culturally, people have been distrustful of the government for a long time. 3. Geography, we are coming from a nation w/ a very wide ethnicity, language and culture. 4. Being clannish, culturally, we are very clannish people and tend to trust our families less than others. 5. False humility, filipinos have been oppressed for so long historically from other nations invading us that we have been taught to look down on ourselves. We even have a saying “Juan tamad” it’s like saying in the US “Joe lazy”.
foreigners are usually treated so much better than the locals from what i know..the philippines always strives to look better to the world that it seems for the filipinos...
It's a Filipino culture to tell and wish anyone to be careful because we don't really know everyone. There are people who really take advantage of your goodness. So they just tell you just be careful. Good that you're not one of the victims of these few bad guys. Enjoy your stay in our Country.
ONE THING IN OUR CULTURE IS TO BE GOOD WITH VISITORS NO QUESTION ABOUT THAT FROM BATANES TO JOLO ,BUT DIVISION WITH FILIPINOS A LOT THAN YOU HAVE EVER IMAGINE,, ILL GIVE YOU THE MAIN REASON ,,HOW MANY DIALECTS WE HAVE IN THE PHILIPPINES,,,EACH OF THESE SPEAKING FILIPINOS INTERNALLY HAVE DIFFERENT CULTURES AND ATTITUDE ,,TAGALOG,VISAYA,ILOKANO ,ILONGGO,,KAPAMPANGAN,,ZAMBOANGENO,,MINDANAO,, ITS TOO MANY ,,YOU CAN NOT MIX EACH OTHER IN ADDITION POLITICS,,,,AND MORE THAN 100 LANGUAGES INTERNALLY WE CAN NOT BE UNITED THATS IN OUR CULTURE.,,,BUT DONT WORRY EVERY FILIPINO WILL BE GOOD FOR YOU...EVERY PROVINCE HAVE DIFFERENT ATTITUDE TOWARDS EACH OTHER AND WE KNOW THAT,,,IT OK,,ITS JUST OK,,,EVERY FILIPINOS UNDERSTAND THAT,,,DONT WORRY,,ITS OK.
Filipino people are the most friendliest people one can ever meet but corruption is at every level of government. Bribes and corruption is not only accepted but sometimes expected. Over the years, politicians have created a bad reputation for themselves for money laundering. So the distrust is real.
I think bcuz SOME people really can't be trusted... but i tell you Tom, the Duterte gov. is deferent from the previous one. You can trust our President now Tom.HE'S a sincere person nd NOT CORRUPT... i just don't know the people surrounded him🤔 Good morning Tom😊 STAY SAFE & STRONG! GOD BLESS!
Tom for me , you can give your donations to a community, orphan, and other. many now of days need help. Thank you its really a big help for the Filipino in need.
It’s not about distrust. This is about your heart. If you really have the compassion and love for your neighbor you want to go your way to make sure they received it and they in exchange give you that priceless smile and thanksgiving which is heavenly that you will miss if you only allow the government to do it for you. This is your merit to gain when you give to the poor by yourself. Don’t let the government steal even that merit that you deserved.
Fear and distrust are instilled in children at a young age because for most of history it was pretty lawless. Sure there are cops but money talks. You can buy your way out of or into anything there bcz it's still relatively poor in many parts. It was a 3rd world country before it was a developing country. Theft happens. You've just been lucky it hadn't happened to you. A lot of people don't have much so when they give it's from the heart. Hospitality is a must bcz culture dictates that. Filipinos are very open and giving but people don't trust big organizations bcz in the past there was always some level of corruption. Good on you for keeping an open heart. I hope you always keep that mentality. But I agree, it's overly cautious! You're taught to be cautious before anything has even happened.. you're very perceptive to have caught on. :)
Thank you for sharing your thoughts on us Filipinos. We are really kind by nature deep in our hearts, we are... We love our neighbors and we care for them. We treat them as our families that is why you will notice at times of difficulties we help each other, we reach out. Even those who doesn't have much for themselves. We just know where the bad people are. I can still leave my things on a table, but i know it will be safe there. We just know or aware where the bad people are.
I've got a love-hate relationship with my country and fellow country men.. But if an outsider criticizes my country, I get hurt and defensive.. It's like we're the only one allowed to hate it (we see the negatives) because we're also the one who loves it the most (we could also see our own sincerity) ...
I have an American friend who works 9 months in the usa.And after that he goes home here with his filipina wife and kids.He always ask me if some of these people is trying to rip him off.
Tom, it was because of the dark days of the Philippines back in the 70s, 80s and 90s. Mugging a foreigner is a common topic of some scenes in many Filipino movies in the 90s, most especially some comedy films. Kidnap for ransom was very rampant in the 80s and 90s, and the target? Foreigners. I know it was a long time ago, but for 30 years 70s to 90s, those were very difficult times for most people.
We just want to ensure your safety and security. We don't want foreigners to have bad experiences during their stay here and add to the bad image that foreign media depicts our country in the news and other media. As we say in Filipino "Ingat ka " (Take care) when we part ways. As with the gov't , we have trust issues because the possibility of corruption is high.
I can see your heart to help and be of service, especially to those who are in times of need. And you, as a person with wisdom, do what you think is right, as long as you just do things out of LOVE, no matter what the circumstance is, whether it is a matter of trust, culture, being a foreigner or not, language barrier, the government or even your critics. I believe that everyone should do things for God’s honor and glory, and not to please his own or others. Love like you‘re not scared; give even when it‘s not fair. Live life for another, take time for a brother. Your purpose to help wasn‘t sourced from the opinion of others, but it was because you are called to serve. May God bless you more than your heart‘s desire. 🙂
Absolutely you're right we should trust each other , maybe it's true many some of us Lost it's once or many times to our fellow country men lost our Trust to each other! Because they actually they do of some Filipinos bad result is many lost their confidence to other fellow 💔💔, maybe it's hard to believe that's the added character of us Filipino today, sometimes i have that feeling distrust to other but i don't make it always as my character , now i see your reaction for that , it's a big help to us thank you for asking that to us,. I knew under the skin were all brothers and sisters only God's wonderful creation , we should trust each other day by day 🙂🙂😇😍♥️♥️♥️
Its because much of the filipino's are advance thinker. We know that not all pilipino's are kind. Some of them take advantage most especially if you are a foreigner. But lucky you, you did not experience this in the philippines yet. Maybe you are just blessed. You should be thankful. And lastly, filipino's are caring. We love to warn every important people that we wanted to warn. So don't panic. Its just normal here. It means more pilipino's care for you. 😊
In my opinion and in my own experience, it matters on "how we feed our minds". Before, I look into a perspective where something bad might going to happen (as we've seen in the news, etc.) and we're fascinated about impressing each other with "who's better in this and who's not." - even if the place you wanna go to is fine or it's safe or the event you wanna be partnered with is a success, we tend to see it more the negatively. Also, it could also be because of the Crab Mentality. Amazing observation. Thanks for this!
Tom, all the comments below me makes sense, ill just dwell only bet on history for the rest of that numbers below will follow, today 2020 years a new generation is replacing the old,We are in the cross road of that identity crisis as a Filipinos, a damage culture awakening for the history, you are lucky that we still have, the hospitality that you have seen in us today, we are going in that trust process of Filipinos this generation.One comment below still hope the next generation after us will allow to inherit this treat and i thank him for that.This genaration has started it Tom. You can't find him yet for they are a rear bread.
IT JUST HAPPENED THAT THESE PEOPLE CARE ENOUGH TO TELL YOU TO ALWAYS BE CAREFUL :) AND THEY ARE SO MANY THUS THE NUMEROUS "TAKE CARE" MESSAGES. BUT FILIPINOS ARE GENERALLY SWEET, KIND AND GODLY. BUT FOR BALANCE AND AS WE SAY IT, "NOBODY'S PERFECT" OR "NOWHERE'S PERFECT". BUT STAY COOL TOM, WE LOVE YOUUUUU
I appreciate Tom the reminder. The issue is that our fellowmen experienced decades of government corruption starting from the lowest officials up to the presidents. In the Philippines if they tell you that you are like a politician it is synonymous to liar, thief or corrupt. It is not that we do not trust because there are emerging mayors and even our President now is trustworthy but there are histories where us Filipinos can’t just shrug off.
Not trusting the government and being skeptical is a Filipino thing. I've experienced this! My family believes that mass testing initiated by the local government is a scam!
It’s not trusting “each other” as much as not trusting the government when it comes to money and opportunities. Growing up, this wasn’t the Phils in terms of governance, however, it had changed a lot and I cannot exactly pin point the time (Martial Rule? ) when corruption was common place. I became hopeless until a tiny glimmer of hope emerged with the leadership right now, though not perfect, yet trying to eradicate the culture of corruption. Don’t bash me for sounding political (not my cup of tea) here. I believe, however, it’s up to the individual to live his life with integrity and with sound judgement, Tom. Shalom!
Because there's a lot of times that we pinoys ended up hurting others or screw relationship with others with intentions or without... I can't explain it too.... but given the history of our heritage from Aguinaldo to Luna to Bonifacio to gangsters in the past being betrayed by closest friend..and also I'm speaking with experiencing it first hand.. But I also agree that its not the case every time.. And it always come down to being cautious and just deciding better not trust at all.... Or at least sometin like that... so I get what you mean...I also get what other people mean....its sad but it happens to others so they just want you to be cautious.. That's all..I hope I'm making any sense.. And be able to put a positive message to get through....
I am always cautious, that's it. Not because of being a Filipino but because of the crimes and bogus people everywhere and any where, you do not trust easily. I still believe in humanity though.
The truth is those bad ones here in the phil mostly do those bad things on their own people coz it's easier for them coz most filipinos are a bit passive and forgiving. Most of us believe that after a bad thing happens a blessing will come.
I wish I can explain this in the most detailed way. Cause we are in so many ways different from other countries specially our perception of foreigners. If you are given a fair warning its because we look after foreigners cause their impression is our utmost concern.
I can unpack all the history and socio-antropological logic to answer your questions regarding this mentality but I neither have the time nor enough space for this. We appreciate you being in the country and being our ally by promoting our tourism to your Anglo-American friends. Being in my country for X amount of time doesnt mean you know us. Most of the people you spoke with regarding being cautious is generalizing our kababayan but its is not to rule that its not happening. Theives and scammers especially to the most urbanize areas exist. If you wanna dive deeper into this connect with Filipino anthropologists/professors or experts in the field or to DOT(Dept. Of Tourism).
If you want to make a donation, you want to make sure it goes to a reputable organization. If you give it to the government, the percentage of it going to the people who most need it would be low due to corruption. So next time you do a fundraiser, figure out which org you would give the proceeds to; that way, people would feel more confident that their donation will be put to good use. You might even raise more than your initial 40k. As for being warned all the time, I’m sure you know about the prevalent culture of hiya and how we love our foreigners. If something bad happens to them, then the hiya takes over because it gives the country a bad name.
Because he is starting a small business here and some people,I guess SOME of those people are lying to him about the price.So that's why he comes to me for advice.
The reason why a lot of filipinos warning u to give it directly to the people who mostly need it is because of our government. Well, good to know that for the whole year u stayed here not a lot of people took advantage of you. It's our government that's corrupt. Mostly it's some of our Local Government Units. If you donate some money it will either be given away to public longer than it needed to or it won't be given away at all, like the 275 billion budget that was released and there is no transparency for that.
I'm agree but because they can scam us sometimes i want protect my self 😔 But I think i could trust government or people 🤔 Besides its our country the Philippines 😄 Thank you kuya
Tom, you must have noticed by now how nationalistic many of us, Filipinos, are; sometimes to a fault. I, for one, care a lot for the image of our country and if some anomaly befalls upon our guests - like you, for one - we take it personally, which we shouldn't but still do. LoL! We become protective of good people like you - that's a cultural thing in us and I hope we keep that trait forever, for better or worse. Good-meaning Filipinos would give you unsolicited advice - another cultural thing - and it's our way of trying to keep you from harm. In due time you'll get to understand a lot of other Filipino cultural nuances. On the opposite extreme side of the spectrum, we could also be very unforgiving. Fun fact: In the 1960's, at the height of the Beatles (yes, the Fab Four) fame, they came to the Philippines for a concert. Being the smug British that they were, they said derogatory things about us. It took battalions of military men to control the crowd that wanted to lynch them at the airport, on their flight out of the country. LoL! That must have been a sobering experience for those Brishits (no misspelling here). LoL!
People wants you stay the best you deserve, that's the reason why they say some tips probably, you to good to rub and Filipino people always wants the safety of tourists and part of the culture also, to tell someone just be careful all the time, it's family traditions that parents say to be careful always ..
In my humble opinion, whenever Filipinos (me included) would be asked for one word that would describe our PH govt, there would be more chance that unpleasant remarks would be heard from our mouths. But if you would search the satisfaction rating of our President, fair and good ratings are faring well as per statistics. I acknowledge that while PH govt has ill publicity to the masses (due to media influence), we will be able to pinpoint trustworthy govt officials, both in national and local counterparts. In general, the untrusting culture of the Pinoys (towards another Pinoy) would be due to historical, regional/cultural and individual reasons. History has recorded the divide and conquer scheme of the Spaniards has resulted to wars and battles between Filipinos (basically between higher classes vs lower classes). Regional disputes also have caused labelings and stereotypes across certain ethnic groups like Tagalogs' prejudice to the Visayans (and vice versa). And lastly, individual distrust towards other Pinoys due to personal experience or perceived illustration that results into hostility and disgust. Dividing spirit would be so prevalent in PH historically, regionally/culturally and individually BUT there is still hope - only if the newer generation would not allow to inherit this bad trait of the past. Mabuhay ang Pilipinas! I wish I would contribute to the oneness of PH -that despite the differences in opinions, I would be able to see PH in light. :)
Maybe you got scammed few times before but you just didn’t know. One time i saw a foreigner getting into a taxi cab from NAIA airport and the driver said the fare is only 6,000 pesos. The foreigner was like ‘okay’ and got in. 6000 pesos! No city within metro manila would cost that amount of money. I was very young when that happened (long before grab and uber came around) but I remember being shocked up to this day.
Well I distrust corrupt public officials but not really to all Filipinos. About saying take care or be careful, its like normal to say it to anybody who is going somewhere to remind them to keep safe since I care for them or something like that but it doesn't mean something bad will happen because we don't rust other people in our community.
Corruption is everywhere and the Philippines is not exempted from that.Ya,if you want to help,give it directly to the people you want to help.It’s not a belief,it’s a fact
You need to listen to the comments,as Filipinos we know what’s going on in our country.Theres so much corruption and if you listen to newsreports then you will know how the poorest of the poor are being deprive of assistance.However there are mayors and barangay officials who are honest and are looking after their constituents.To be sure that your help will go to the right people,then give it to them directly.
I'm a Filipino British that has grown up and lived in England for 27 years. Only recently went back to the PH and got to know my relatives and the culture again. Big mistake! I put my trust in relatives thinking they would be out there for me. Instead, my stuff goes missing, because they steal it, being so self entitled as they are, guilt trip me by making asinine comments like "you feed the dog better than us" when they already had enough to eat and were given money every week, and demand they stay in my mom's house for free with even more freebies, and they complain I'm spoiled when I simply want my own privacy. Respect for personal space and right to my own things not being touched doesn't exist in Filipino culture, especially if you are from the West but are blood related. When my ignorant aunt fed my dog onions, I had to be the one to shoulder the vet bills, and then they complain I'm always angry, when I simply got fed up with how ignorant and abusive they were of me and my mother's kindness. We took them for vacation in a nice beach resort, and all they could do was complain that it was a waste of money. My cousin stayed in my mom's house for 3 years for free so he could better his life, and all he could do is play Mobile Legends day and night for months on end, made so much noise, always smoking and drinking in the house, bringing his boyfriend and his mother and other siblings and their kids, and ended up stealing 50,000 pesos of my mom's money, and a lot more like clothes, perfumes and so on. If they are dirt poor for a reason, it's because their mentality and culture is rotten to the core. A message to ALL 2nd generation Westernized Filipinos, here is a stark warning: DO NOT GO TO THE PHILIPPINES. Or if you do, DO NOT BE AROUND YOUR RELATIVES!!!!
Hope you read this Kuya Tom! Although I love the Philippines, our government is very corrupt, especially with donations. We're telling you that it may be possible that the orginization or someone you're giving that money to give to the people that need help, will spend some of that money on electicity, transportation etc. And you have to take into account that thats probably not even worst case senario. The worst thing that could happen is that they (they meaning the person/organization that will give out handouts) will pocket the money. The people that need help will probably see less of that money. You have to understand that the reason we Filipinos are so paranoid is that we have been under a corrupt for so long that by now, we're used to it. What we're saying is to make sure you know how that money is being spent once you give it. We Filipinos trust each other, more than anyone in the world. The reason your comments are full of people telling you to give that money straight to them is that we're scared that they wont be able to see all of that money once it gets to them. Hope this helps Kuya Tom!
Be careful, Tom!
(Haha, I am being ironically humorous)
I agree with your point here. I have experienced a couple scams here, but you are right it is not as huge of a deal as people might make it out to be here. Mahal ko ang Pilipinas dahil sa kabaitan ng Mga Kababayan!
In tagalog it may translate into "ingat." It may come out as a warning (beware) or a loving gesture (take care) Maybe we just want to go above and beyond sometimes our emotion or just being paranoid? 😂 We always say ingat.
I think it's because of Filipino's hospitality more to the foreigners than Filipinos. They want to ensure safety and want to give that warm and welcoming feeling to them. And also because some Filipinos are indifferent to other Filipinos but is different with foreign tourists. And also because Foreign tourists are less likely to steal than Filipinos because of poverty. And if you look at our history, we've been colonized by spanish, american, japanese I think that's also one of the reasons why Filipinos are like that to foreigners. It's ingrained in to our culture to be like that but I think it's better if we treat each other with love and kindness ŕegardless of whether you're a foreigner or a Filipino 😀.
@SLA SLA sure.. and also Togashi 😂😂😂
Most Filipinos are subjective.
Coz we love foreigners and "hate" ourselves. Since colonial times, and coz we are living on an archipelago, we are played against one another by our foreign masters to distrust one another. Most of the Filipinos care for foreigners might be because of an inferiority complex. We see you better compared to our own. That's why up to now, we still have this mentality. Add the fact on the decades ago, even today (despite having an "Iron Man" as a President), corruption is still on going. There is this "us vs. them" mentality. Good thing it didn't even devolved further that may result to a Balkanization.
Inferiority complex is real. It's like we engraved it in our minds even when we were kids I think (not because that's what our parents teach us, but it's more like a directive/instinct). And also, corruption is very deep here since the time of Aquinos (sorry for being political in this video). We've had enough of false promises.
Yeah, like in the American period, Heneral Luna was betrayed and killed by his soldiers because of Emilio Aguinaldo...
Yes. It was the same for me, growing up. Watching about all the good stuffs in other countries and watching about all the negatives in the news about the PH really made me think that foreigners are better than out countrymen. Witnessing those didn't even help.
But now I completely understand that what we see on the news isn't everything. Rumours aren't to be trusted, too. And we definitely shouldn't havr listened to what the adults are talking about regarding the country's problems. Young kids might think it's scary and affect thrir evaluation of the people
@@kathesnobbycat4586 You almost got me there but Aquinos? What have gotten into you?!? You are probably from Ilocos who keep downplaying what the Aquinos have done! Are there even any corruption cases against any of them?!? Kris Aquino is even one of the highest paying taxpayer! I'm done with the revisionist movement of Marcos loyalists!!
@@LarryfromPH Just a simple question? Did Cory had experience in governancy? I wonder why the Philippines became a third-world countrty after ousting Marcos? Look, if Aquinos are really that great then why Philippine economy didnt rise during Noynoy's term? Loyalist or not, I'm just stating the obvious here.
Hi Tom!
I totally understand your point. I am also guilty of saying those things to my foreign friends or colleagues. Because growing up in the Philippines specifically in Metro Manila opened my eyes to alot of things. One of those is safety. I tried living, working and visiting different cities here. And most of the time I do it by myself. I already encountered and experienced things that dangers my safety. Sometimes even though I am being careful still things happen. It's either your stuff will get snatched, someone will scam you, someone will harass you and etc. Your lucky that you never experienced such things and I wish you will never experience it. Come to think of it. I am a Filipino but still it happened to me. Lesson learned. So with that I am always extra careful and observant with my environment whenever I am out, whenever I do or deal with things (like paying using your card or just withdrawing your money..etc). And I also remind my friends to do the same. I don't want them to have a bad experience in my country. So it's always better to be safe than sorry.
Then with regards to Government. It's really hard to trust anyone there. Yeah we voted for them. But do you know the saying that people tend to change when they're dealing with money. That's the reason. And Philippine government is known for corrupt officials. Sad to say that even though we have a good president now which is Duterte. There are still people under him that still cannot help but steal money from the people. They think it's acceptable. That's why our President is trying to clean his administration. But then because of corruption tradition it's really hard to accomplish such thing.
Sorry for my long explanation. I hope you get my point. But then it's up to you. I totally respect all the things that you have said 😊✌
By the way I like your videos 😊
You can trust the current mayor of the City of Manila.
Si mayor isko
He’s very transparent and really honest. Extraordinary integrity! Love isko Moreno! He’s the only hope to bring a change.
Karamihan taga Visayas at Mindanao wala ng tiwala sa mga taga Luzon! Ana tataas ng tingin nyo sa sarili nyo, mga racist, unti2x ng lumabas baho ng mga artista nyo isa na c baklang coco at angel locsin.
@Louie G balang-araw hihiwalay ang Visaya at Mindanao sa Luzon kapag napuno na
@@lynhven UP
Maybe the standards of "honesty" has elevated over time and has been influenced by what people read or see from formal and informal media. I'm pretty sure there is corruption everywhere else and not just in the PH. The culture of cautioning or warning someone is customary regardless of culture. I think, these comments from the people (including me) are just genuinely concerned so that you don't get scammed. We hate scammers. We hate losing our hard earned money to someone who's lazy to work in an honest way. We have that rage in us that may have developed over time that we have failed to see the whole nation prosper because some people work harder, and the others just steal. We hate the fact that we see our neighboring countries prosper more while our work forces are being of service to other countries instead (take the case of OFWs). If the leaders here were truly good, they could have had created jobs for the PH people but instead, we have to send people away from their families to earn more. The good ones most likely have left the country. The remaining good ones decide to stay and work for the country. Now, we don't have enough decently skilled resources available locally because most of them left. Now, it seems that we have more bad apples left. Others can disagree with me but this is just one perspective that may be common to your viewers.
As a Filipina, I agree with this. Most people here are living in the past, unaware that lots of thing have already changed. Yes the comments about how we got this attitude from our historical and cultural background are true. However, it's time to stop blaming history and start changing our perceptions. Blaming (a toxic filipino culture btw) won't do us and our country any good in the future.
No. 1 Korapsyon
No. 2 Crab Mentality
No. 3 Someone take advantage to others.
No. 4 Be careful because lots of snatchers around.
No. 5 Just be careful while on road.
In my opinion only. ✌✌
I agree with you. People needs to start trusting each other. Social media and television started all of this. They mostly show bad news as if human kindness dont exist. Thank you for reminding us that kindness do exist in the Philippines.
Thank you for all your positive thoughts about the Filipinos and the Philippines. Filipinos are nice in and out, unfortunately some of us don't trust the people in the government. Filipinos trust each other it's just some of the people in the government that we don't trust and it's their fault if we don't trust them.
Yes we need to believe in the Philippines! Thanks Tom for loving our country and defending it. We love you back.
Im happy that you feel safe here. Actuallly most of the of them are over reacting. I know crimes are happening here in our country but it depends in the place and time that might happen. Just be aware with your sorounding and you will be fine here. 👍👍👍💯
i'm glad how you feel so safe here in our country and seemed to have assimilated yourself. i think people saying you be careful are just worried something might happen and your positive view of our country will turn upside down.
Trust is hardly given and earned when the environment is filled with untrustworthy people: scammers, hackers, corrupt politicians and officials, and even envious people.
Filipinos, having witnessed and experienced hard times, are just the best example of this.
Many of the Filipinos finds it hard to trust easily because of fear and advance judgements. I am a Filipino but I trust all that surrounds me. I only stop trusting a person if that person broke it.
I will never tell you to take care of yourself but rather "learn things through your eyes" :) God bless 😁✌️
Hi Tom, I understand what you are saying. To make it simple for you to understand. We had so many instances that donations coming from other countries have been used by the politicians for their own benefit. When I did a donation drive here in Cebu City during the lockdown, I personally did it. That's the only way that I can be sure that all the money goes to the people in need.
About our things being so mindful, it's because of our past experiences and the experiences of our friends and family.
We love to say be careful/ Ingat/ Amping because we want to wish you well and for you not to let your guard down. We are not saying that something will happen to you but something bad MIGHT happen to you. It's better to be cautious than regret later. Have you heard of foreigners being robbed? Bags took by salisi gang?
I hope you'll live longer here in PH to fully understand why Filipinos react like that. I've been watching your videos for the past year, I just realized I haven't subscribed yet. I just subscribed.
...In my opinion, we think that it is better to be safe than sorry. Our country faced a lot of colonization in the past and also Philippines have more crime rates before.. today its seems a little bit unnoticeable but we cannot help ourselves to put our guards up for all the possibilities that we may encounter. It is not that we feel less secure in our country but it is more likely that we do not want to face a bad situation that we could avoid if we are more careful... I hope this would help.
Don't think too much.
When they say " Ingat ka" be careful that's because they are just really like that ! Caring❤
Thank you so much for the trust... I think the government now is trusting people more than ever and that's a good start...
Perspective creates reality. The reality becomes a cultural norm that the story parents tell their children. It grows with each generation.
These people telling you to "takecare" have, in one way or another, been victim to some kind of crime. Poverty can fuel the hungriest people to do desperate things. And the Philippines has poverty in spades. But. Thanks for your vlog. Thanks for your service. Thanks for putting the spotlight on this country.
It's just our way of showing our concern for your wellbeing, not necessarily an indication of lawlessness and danger abounding.
The Filipino parting shot to each other is "Ingat" or "Ingats" loosely meaning, be alert or vigilant. There's no direct translation to English because "ingat" literally means "think."
So we simply say "be careful" or "take care" When using English.
Hope that this will help you inderstand the nuances of our culture better.
We appreciate the intent of this video, but in answer to that? Yes, we do trust ourselves, but in the spirit of being careful we also practice the concept of "Trust, but verify" 😁😊
Keep on posting and "Ingats bro"
Hello Tom! Yeah your right, why dont trust each other? Because not all single filipino a good person theirs some are bud, thats why filipino always say you, be careful beacuase we dont want you to get hurt or taking advanges you, because we care for and we love you TOM. Filipino loves you! Im always watching your vlog. God bless you!
This video is like a wake up call. We like to worry or overthink a lot and most of the time it is unnecessary.
want to commend you for your honesty about it, where your coming from, wanting to truly understand filipinos mindset and where we’re coming from.
There are many factor to this.
1. People’s experience
2. Culturally, people have been distrustful of the government for a long time.
3. Geography, we are coming from a nation w/ a very wide ethnicity, language and culture.
4. Being clannish, culturally, we are very clannish people and tend to trust our families less than others.
5. False humility, filipinos have been oppressed for so long historically from other nations invading us that we have been taught to look down on ourselves. We even have a saying “Juan tamad” it’s like saying in the US “Joe lazy”.
foreigners are usually treated so much better than the locals from what i know..the philippines always strives to look better to the world that it seems for the filipinos...
It's a Filipino culture to tell and wish anyone to be careful because we don't really know everyone. There are people who really take advantage of your goodness. So they just tell you just be careful. Good that you're not one of the victims of these few bad guys. Enjoy your stay in our Country.
ONE THING IN OUR CULTURE IS TO BE GOOD WITH VISITORS NO QUESTION ABOUT THAT FROM BATANES TO JOLO ,BUT DIVISION WITH FILIPINOS A LOT THAN YOU HAVE EVER IMAGINE,, ILL GIVE YOU THE MAIN REASON ,,HOW MANY DIALECTS WE HAVE IN THE PHILIPPINES,,,EACH OF THESE SPEAKING FILIPINOS INTERNALLY HAVE DIFFERENT CULTURES AND ATTITUDE ,,TAGALOG,VISAYA,ILOKANO ,ILONGGO,,KAPAMPANGAN,,ZAMBOANGENO,,MINDANAO,, ITS TOO MANY ,,YOU CAN NOT MIX EACH OTHER IN ADDITION POLITICS,,,,AND MORE THAN 100 LANGUAGES INTERNALLY WE CAN NOT BE UNITED THATS IN OUR CULTURE.,,,BUT DONT WORRY EVERY FILIPINO WILL BE GOOD FOR YOU...EVERY PROVINCE HAVE DIFFERENT ATTITUDE TOWARDS EACH OTHER AND WE KNOW THAT,,,IT OK,,ITS JUST OK,,,EVERY FILIPINOS UNDERSTAND THAT,,,DONT WORRY,,ITS OK.
Filipino people are the most friendliest people one can ever meet but corruption is at every level of government. Bribes and corruption is not only accepted but sometimes expected. Over the years, politicians have created a bad reputation for themselves for money laundering. So the distrust is real.
I think bcuz SOME people really can't be trusted... but i tell you Tom, the Duterte gov. is deferent from the previous one. You can trust our President now Tom.HE'S a sincere person nd NOT CORRUPT... i just don't know the people surrounded him🤔 Good morning Tom😊 STAY SAFE & STRONG! GOD BLESS!
Don't worry those are just 40+ out of your thousand subscribers. 😌 don't let negative overshadow the positive ones ☺😁
Tom for me , you can give your donations to a community, orphan, and other. many now of days need help. Thank you its really a big help for the Filipino in need.
It’s not about distrust. This is about your heart. If you really have the compassion and love for your neighbor you want to go your way to make sure they received it and they in exchange give you that priceless smile and thanksgiving which is heavenly that you will miss if you only allow the government to do it for you. This is your merit to gain when you give to the poor by yourself. Don’t let the government steal even that merit that you deserved.
wow...your statement just touched my heart...thank u...i don't know why but maybe from experience...
We are the only human being that it is so very careful because WE CARE.
SELF INTEREST - that was, and will always be the root of all these mistrust in the Philippine Society.
Fear and distrust are instilled in children at a young age because for most of history it was pretty lawless. Sure there are cops but money talks. You can buy your way out of or into anything there bcz it's still relatively poor in many parts. It was a 3rd world country before it was a developing country. Theft happens. You've just been lucky it hadn't happened to you. A lot of people don't have much so when they give it's from the heart. Hospitality is a must bcz culture dictates that. Filipinos are very open and giving but people don't trust big organizations bcz in the past there was always some level of corruption. Good on you for keeping an open heart. I hope you always keep that mentality. But I agree, it's overly cautious! You're taught to be cautious before anything has even happened.. you're very perceptive to have caught on. :)
Thank you for sharing your thoughts on us Filipinos. We are really kind by nature deep in our hearts, we are... We love our neighbors and we care for them. We treat them as our families that is why you will notice at times of difficulties we help each other, we reach out. Even those who doesn't have much for themselves. We just know where the bad people are. I can still leave my things on a table, but i know it will be safe there. We just know or aware where the bad people are.
It is about the redtape/bureacracy. When money is passed to multiple hands.
Thank you for being positive and seeing the other side.
I've got a love-hate relationship with my country and fellow country men.. But if an outsider criticizes my country, I get hurt and defensive.. It's like we're the only one allowed to hate it (we see the negatives) because we're also the one who loves it the most (we could also see our own sincerity) ...
I have an American friend who works 9 months in the usa.And after that he goes home here with his filipina wife and kids.He always ask me if some of these people is trying to rip him off.
Tom, it was because of the dark days of the Philippines back in the 70s, 80s and 90s. Mugging a foreigner is a common topic of some scenes in many Filipino movies in the 90s, most especially some comedy films. Kidnap for ransom was very rampant in the 80s and 90s, and the target? Foreigners. I know it was a long time ago, but for 30 years 70s to 90s, those were very difficult times for most people.
We just want to ensure your safety and security. We don't want foreigners to have bad experiences during their stay here and add to the bad image that foreign media depicts our country in the news and other media. As we say in Filipino "Ingat ka " (Take care) when we part ways. As with the gov't , we have trust issues because the possibility of corruption is high.
I can see your heart to help and be of service, especially to those who are in times of need. And you, as a person with wisdom, do what you think is right, as long as you just do things out of LOVE, no matter what the circumstance is, whether it is a matter of trust, culture, being a foreigner or not, language barrier, the government or even your critics. I believe that everyone should do things for God’s honor and glory, and not to please his own or others. Love like you‘re not scared; give even when it‘s not fair. Live life for another, take time for a brother. Your purpose to help wasn‘t sourced from the opinion of others, but it was because you are called to serve. May God bless you more than your heart‘s desire. 🙂
Hey thank you for that.😊
We, citizens wouldn’t have trust issues if our government doesn’t have corruption issues. Simple as that.
Absolutely you're right we should trust each other , maybe it's true many some of us Lost it's once or many times to our fellow country men lost our Trust to each other! Because they actually they do of some Filipinos bad result is many lost their confidence to other fellow 💔💔, maybe it's hard to believe that's the added character of us Filipino today, sometimes i have that feeling distrust to other but i don't make it always as my character , now i see your reaction for that , it's a big help to us thank you for asking that to us,. I knew
under the skin were all brothers and sisters only God's wonderful creation , we should trust each other day by day 🙂🙂😇😍♥️♥️♥️
Yes i think we need to refrain from giving such unwarranted warnings.
Its because much of the filipino's are advance thinker. We know that not all pilipino's are kind. Some of them take advantage most especially if you are a foreigner. But lucky you, you did not experience this in the philippines yet. Maybe you are just blessed. You should be thankful. And lastly, filipino's are caring. We love to warn every important people that we wanted to warn. So don't panic. Its just normal here. It means more pilipino's care for you. 😊
This is so true. Kuddos for a very good observation.
In my opinion and in my own experience, it matters on "how we feed our minds". Before, I look into a perspective where something bad might going to happen (as we've seen in the news, etc.) and we're fascinated about impressing each other with "who's better in this and who's not." - even if the place you wanna go to is fine or it's safe or the event you wanna be partnered with is a success, we tend to see it more the negatively.
Also, it could also be because of the Crab Mentality.
Amazing observation. Thanks for this!
Yes it's bad here especially people in government.I'm a citizen I saw too much injustice.
We love you Tom! Thanks for this
Interesting observation about Bali. Glad you love the Philippines 🇵🇭! Mabuhay!
Government officials are the worst corrupt individuals wherever you go. Give the money directly to the needy instead.
Tom, all the comments below me makes sense, ill just dwell only bet on history for the rest of that numbers below will follow, today 2020 years a new generation is replacing the old,We are in the cross road of that identity crisis as a Filipinos, a damage culture awakening for the history, you are lucky that we still have, the hospitality that you have seen in us today, we are going in that trust process of Filipinos this generation.One comment below still hope the next generation after us will allow to inherit this treat and i thank him for that.This genaration has started it Tom. You can't find him yet for they are a rear bread.
There's a change now...but some politicians still tempted when it comes to money...our president is fighting about these corruption. Stay safe tom.👍
IT JUST HAPPENED THAT THESE PEOPLE CARE ENOUGH TO TELL YOU TO ALWAYS BE CAREFUL :)
AND THEY ARE SO MANY THUS THE NUMEROUS "TAKE CARE" MESSAGES. BUT FILIPINOS ARE GENERALLY SWEET, KIND AND GODLY.
BUT FOR BALANCE AND AS WE SAY IT, "NOBODY'S PERFECT" OR "NOWHERE'S PERFECT".
BUT STAY COOL TOM, WE LOVE YOUUUUU
I appreciate Tom the reminder. The issue is that our fellowmen experienced decades of government corruption starting from the lowest officials up to the presidents. In the Philippines if they tell you that you are like a politician it is synonymous to liar, thief or corrupt. It is not that we do not trust because there are emerging mayors and even our President now is trustworthy but there are histories where us Filipinos can’t just shrug off.
Yes be careful...helping those in need where in fact doesn't need help...you might get exploited..
Not trusting the government and being skeptical is a Filipino thing. I've experienced this!
My family believes that mass testing initiated by the local government is a scam!
Thank you so much tom!
It’s not trusting “each other” as much as not trusting the government when it comes to money and opportunities. Growing up, this wasn’t the Phils in terms of governance, however, it had changed a lot and I cannot exactly pin point the time (Martial Rule? ) when corruption was common place. I became hopeless until a tiny glimmer of hope emerged with the leadership right now, though not perfect, yet trying to eradicate the culture of corruption. Don’t bash me for sounding political (not my cup of tea) here. I believe, however, it’s up to the individual to live his life with integrity and with sound judgement, Tom. Shalom!
Because there's a lot of times that we pinoys ended up hurting others or screw relationship with others with intentions or without... I can't explain it too.... but given the history of our heritage from Aguinaldo to Luna to Bonifacio to gangsters in the past being betrayed by closest friend..and also I'm speaking with experiencing it first hand.. But I also agree that its not the case every time.. And it always come down to being cautious and just deciding better not trust at all.... Or at least sometin like that... so I get what you mean...I also get what other people mean....its sad but it happens to others so they just want you to be cautious.. That's all..I hope I'm making any sense.. And be able to put a positive message to get through....
I am always cautious, that's it. Not because of being a Filipino but because of the crimes and bogus people everywhere and any where, you do not trust easily. I still believe in humanity though.
The truth is those bad ones here in the phil mostly do those bad things on their own people coz it's easier for them coz most filipinos are a bit passive and forgiving. Most of us believe that after a bad thing happens a blessing will come.
I wish I can explain this in the most detailed way. Cause we are in so many ways different from other countries specially our perception of foreigners. If you are given a fair warning its because we look after foreigners cause their impression is our utmost concern.
Thank you for loving our country!
Yah Tom is right we have to learn to put trust bec not everybody are bad there still good people out there
Even the philippine media network was using the charity fund to build their building. The Yolanda fund was pocketed by politics.
Maybe people just wanted to take care of you. A Filipino value of ensuring our visitors gets the best memory of our country.
I can unpack all the history and socio-antropological logic to answer your questions regarding this mentality but I neither have the time nor enough space for this. We appreciate you being in the country and being our ally by promoting our tourism to your Anglo-American friends. Being in my country for X amount of time doesnt mean you know us. Most of the people you spoke with regarding being cautious is generalizing our kababayan but its is not to rule that its not happening. Theives and scammers especially to the most urbanize areas exist. If you wanna dive deeper into this connect with Filipino anthropologists/professors or experts in the field or to DOT(Dept. Of Tourism).
If you want to make a donation, you want to make sure it goes to a reputable organization. If you give it to the government, the percentage of it going to the people who most need it would be low due to corruption. So next time you do a fundraiser, figure out which org you would give the proceeds to; that way, people would feel more confident that their donation will be put to good use. You might even raise more than your initial 40k.
As for being warned all the time, I’m sure you know about the prevalent culture of hiya and how we love our foreigners. If something bad happens to them, then the hiya takes over because it gives the country a bad name.
Because he is starting a small business here and some people,I guess SOME of those people are lying to him about the price.So that's why he comes to me for advice.
because we live here that's why!!! ☺️☺️☺️☺️☺️
Funny thing is until now I'm afraid to stroll around Mango Avenue.
The reason why a lot of filipinos warning u to give it directly to the people who mostly need it is because of our government. Well, good to know that for the whole year u stayed here not a lot of people took advantage of you. It's our government that's corrupt. Mostly it's some of our Local Government Units. If you donate some money it will either be given away to public longer than it needed to or it won't be given away at all, like the 275 billion budget that was released and there is no transparency for that.
I'm agree but because they can scam us sometimes i want protect my self 😔
But I think i could trust government or people 🤔
Besides its our country the Philippines 😄
Thank you kuya
Tom, you must have noticed by now how nationalistic many of us, Filipinos, are; sometimes to a fault. I, for one, care a lot for the image of our country and if some anomaly befalls upon our guests - like you, for one - we take it personally, which we shouldn't but still do. LoL! We become protective of good people like you - that's a cultural thing in us and I hope we keep that trait forever, for better or worse. Good-meaning Filipinos would give you unsolicited advice - another cultural thing - and it's our way of trying to keep you from harm. In due time you'll get to understand a lot of other Filipino cultural nuances. On the opposite extreme side of the spectrum, we could also be very unforgiving. Fun fact: In the 1960's, at the height of the Beatles (yes, the Fab Four) fame, they came to the Philippines for a concert. Being the smug British that they were, they said derogatory things about us. It took battalions of military men to control the crowd that wanted to lynch them at the airport, on their flight out of the country. LoL! That must have been a sobering experience for those Brishits (no misspelling here). LoL!
I’m an AMERICAN and trust me, DO NOT TRust ANYONE in the Philippines when it comes to money! Trust me bro!
People wants you stay the best you deserve, that's the reason why they say some tips probably, you to good to rub and Filipino people always wants the safety of tourists and part of the culture also, to tell someone just be careful all the time, it's family traditions that parents say to be careful always ..
Very well said..
You have a heart of a filipino, you know?
Wow amazing
great point!
In my humble opinion, whenever Filipinos (me included) would be asked for one word that would describe our PH govt, there would be more chance that unpleasant remarks would be heard from our mouths. But if you would search the satisfaction rating of our President, fair and good ratings are faring well as per statistics.
I acknowledge that while PH govt has ill publicity to the masses (due to media influence), we will be able to pinpoint trustworthy govt officials, both in national and local counterparts.
In general, the untrusting culture of the Pinoys (towards another Pinoy) would be due to historical, regional/cultural and individual reasons. History has recorded the divide and conquer scheme of the Spaniards has resulted to wars and battles between Filipinos (basically between higher classes vs lower classes). Regional disputes also have caused labelings and stereotypes across certain ethnic groups like Tagalogs' prejudice to the Visayans (and vice versa). And lastly, individual distrust towards other Pinoys due to personal experience or perceived illustration that results into hostility and disgust.
Dividing spirit would be so prevalent in PH historically, regionally/culturally and individually BUT there is still hope - only if the newer generation would not allow to inherit this bad trait of the past.
Mabuhay ang Pilipinas!
I wish I would contribute to the oneness of PH -that despite the differences in opinions, I would be able to see PH in light.
:)
You have to choose the government official to give it to. In my opinion, one of good breed of nationalistic politician is Mayor isko Moreno.
Please give it directy for transparency 🙂
Atleast there are less hands the money will pass through and quickly
Maybe you got scammed few times before but you just didn’t know. One time i saw a foreigner getting into a taxi cab from NAIA airport and the driver said the fare is only 6,000 pesos. The foreigner was like ‘okay’ and got in. 6000 pesos! No city within metro manila would cost that amount of money. I was very young when that happened (long before grab and uber came around) but I remember being shocked up to this day.
You can trust but just be always aware..
The one who never trust others never trust herself or himself, 😀😊
So much being fooled or trust being abused.
Results Traumatized or phobia to risk a trust.
Well I distrust corrupt public officials but not really to all Filipinos. About saying take care or be careful, its like normal to say it to anybody who is going somewhere to remind them to keep safe since I care for them or something like that but it doesn't mean something bad will happen because we don't rust other people in our community.
Corruption is everywhere and the Philippines is not exempted from that.Ya,if you want to help,give it directly to the people you want to help.It’s not a belief,it’s a fact
You need to listen to the comments,as Filipinos we know what’s going on in our country.Theres so much corruption and if you listen to newsreports then you will know how the poorest of the poor are being deprive of assistance.However there are mayors and barangay officials who are honest and are looking after their constituents.To be sure that your help will go to the right people,then give it to them directly.
Filipinos underestimate theirselves so much...
I agree with you completely.
I'm a Filipino British that has grown up and lived in England for 27 years. Only recently went back to the PH and got to know my relatives and the culture again. Big mistake! I put my trust in relatives thinking they would be out there for me. Instead, my stuff goes missing, because they steal it, being so self entitled as they are, guilt trip me by making asinine comments like "you feed the dog better than us" when they already had enough to eat and were given money every week, and demand they stay in my mom's house for free with even more freebies, and they complain I'm spoiled when I simply want my own privacy. Respect for personal space and right to my own things not being touched doesn't exist in Filipino culture, especially if you are from the West but are blood related. When my ignorant aunt fed my dog onions, I had to be the one to shoulder the vet bills, and then they complain I'm always angry, when I simply got fed up with how ignorant and abusive they were of me and my mother's kindness. We took them for vacation in a nice beach resort, and all they could do was complain that it was a waste of money. My cousin stayed in my mom's house for 3 years for free so he could better his life, and all he could do is play Mobile Legends day and night for months on end, made so much noise, always smoking and drinking in the house, bringing his boyfriend and his mother and other siblings and their kids, and ended up stealing 50,000 pesos of my mom's money, and a lot more like clothes, perfumes and so on. If they are dirt poor for a reason, it's because their mentality and culture is rotten to the core. A message to ALL 2nd generation Westernized Filipinos, here is a stark warning: DO NOT GO TO THE PHILIPPINES. Or if you do, DO NOT BE AROUND YOUR RELATIVES!!!!
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www.livingincebuforums.com/topic/70765-why-westerners-and-filipinos-seem-rude-to-each-other
Dishonesty of some makes us generalize evryone. Ofw abused buy their families, taxes in the pockets of
Hope you read this Kuya Tom!
Although I love the Philippines, our government is very corrupt, especially with donations. We're telling you that it may be possible that the orginization or someone you're giving that money to give to the people that need help, will spend some of that money on electicity, transportation etc. And you have to take into account that thats probably not even worst case senario. The worst thing that could happen is that they (they meaning the person/organization that will give out handouts) will pocket the money. The people that need help will probably see less of that money. You have to understand that the reason we Filipinos are so paranoid is that we have been under a corrupt for so long that by now, we're used to it. What we're saying is to make sure you know how that money is being spent once you give it. We Filipinos trust each other, more than anyone in the world. The reason your comments are full of people telling you to give that money straight to them is that we're scared that they wont be able to see all of that money once it gets to them. Hope this helps Kuya Tom!