The ONE DIFFERENCE in FILIPINO CULTURE That Makes ALL the Difference 

Americans say respect is earned , not given. In the Philippines it's the other way around - it is automatically given and it's for you to lose it.

The day a CR attendant at the NAIA opened a Handicapped stall for me, sanitized the seat, went on all fours to mop the floor and turned on a fan to dry it to prevent falls, I felt emotional, taken care of. I have not been home for over 20 years and I felt welcomed by this kind act and respect. I can’t imagine this happening for me in America. I have tears right now.

I agree John. I live in California. Life in the US is fast paced, too much emphasis on materialism, and people easily complain. There's no family values. People are proud, forgetting to care for others. But as a Fil-Am, I've instilled Filpino values to my children, esp respect to elders & family. As well as humility. Somehow, I'm still grateful. It's my wish to retire in the Philippines.

3 Words that strikes my mind when I heard Philippines ~ Faith, Family and their sense of gratefulness..

Maybe this is a little different because as a Filipino living in Australia carries with me some degree of traditional respect for the elderly. At one time I offered my seat to an elderly lady in a train ride and she yelled at me like she’s not that old. So I just backed off and smiled. 😂 I think she not ready yet but one day she might. I still think I did the right thing.

The 3 things I really notice are kindness, peace, and respect. To me the number one thing is peace! I just can't put a high enough value on the amount of peace I feel when in the Philippines which is what draws me back.

The word that came to my mind was kindness. There is so much pure hatred in America... it is truly sad what America has become. Hopefully another six months and I'll be on my way to Cebu/ Dumaguete. The truth is, America has removed God from society. The Philippines still has a strong respect for the Creator. Christmas beginning in September going strong through December is proof of this. I love your Channel, John. Thanks for all you do! Mark, in Dallas.

Human compassion and kindness that is what Phils is full of...

So true. I had a culture shock when i moved to canada. I went to highschool and kids would come to classes late with food eating in front of teachers. We would never dream of doing that in the ph as a highschool student. We treat our teachers like authority/ 2nd parents.

i can say it in two words … “big thanks” for appreciating the Philippines the people and the culture. Me as a filipino live here in the US im so happy to hear that from american who’s one of the happy living right now in the Philippines. God bless you sir!

Thanks John As always, a very interesting topic. I am also trying to study the history and customs of the Filipino, since I live on the island of Mindanao, I am studying the language a little, as well as their traditions, Now, as a Ukrainian refugee, I have the opportunity to go to America, but after reading and talking on the forums of bloggers living in the Philippines, I don’t really want to go to America

Filipinos as a family unit is pretty much stronger compared to the US. Family values are pass on from generation to generation. Respect is always the first lesson to learn as a kid so mutual respect is always practice in every household. We carry that value wherever, whenever we are either inside or outside our home as we grow old.

Everything starts in the home. Filipinos are very strict disciplinarians elders do not tolerate children yelling, throwing tantrums, talking back, and yes, that "mano po" culture all that instill respect and orderly behavior. 🇵🇭❤️

This makes sense. From an outsider, I feel like the culture in the US is all about gaining respect, that respect is something that is earned either through financial wealth, dominant personality, dominant race, etc. It is romanticized in your Western dramas, wherein protagonists are praised for violent acts. In the Philippines, you inherently deserves respect until you do something to lose that respect. That’s why it’s rude to raise your voice in public, or to be mean to people below your stature. It happens in dramas, but rarely happens in real life. That’s also the reason why we’re not very direct people. We’re afraid of offending people, of appearing rude - being rude means being uncultured.

no casual crimes in subways, no streets filthy with human poop and drug and paraphernalia, no rampart car theft and break ins, almost no hate crimes, not many karens (Karens in the US are on another level, it's stupid), no mob robbery of luxury stores, no thieves having "shopping sprees" in grocery stores

John, I would add more of what you say about Respect? Here in the Philippines, you can't hear small children calling to older people by their names but we address that with Kuya, Ate, Nanay, Tatay, Lolo, or Lola...Not like in Western countries where even the small kid only calls your names even if you're very old enough..Hehehe...

Such a heart warming opinion for us Filipino's, thanks!! The virtue of RESPECT is instill in us Filipinos as we opened our eyes to the world. Thanks for highlighting one of our common traits, I never knew it gives a big impact to foreigners.

Those things that you said, are sadly the things a lot of Filipino kids nowadays are trying to get rid of from their DNA as a consequence of bad influence from social media or radical groups. Some even sees it as a sign of weakness or intimidation, so to shake off the stereotype, they show no respect. However, finding the right balance between politeness, respect and assertiveness is what parents should teach to their children.

Agree 100% !! I can't wait to get back to Cebu... The respectful polite culture and people are my #1 reason !!

Youre so right down to it sir. Also a prominent pastor who used to live in the Phils.said that the real talent of Filipinos is not singing. Aside from resilience they are very hardworking people. Family is second God being first too.

phil teaches kindergarten, elementary and highschool first hour morning subject everyday is GMRC.. (Good Manners and Right Conduct) 😊

I remember My Mom ( bless her soul ) upon arriving from America for our younger Sister's wedding, embracing my young daughters tightly and said.. " ohh how l Miss you all !!.. I DON'T WANT YOU TO EVER GROW UP IN AMERICA!! ".. THIS was during the 1980's.. One can imagine what America now is 😮😢

what i missed about my country that dont have here in japan is that in the philippines, neighbors are like your family❤ when you see each other outside you greet each other, you talk a lot, you laugh a lot , we help each other a lot, and for some reason you know them on personal level, while here in japan we are living in the same house for 10years and know nothing about our neighbors aside from their face😅 we dont even know their names. just family names because its in their gate.

The biggest issue is individualism, which is euphemism for selfishness.

I lived in a few countries, Philippines is definitely the place I love living in the best. For me , people ( culture) makes a place. The people are great here!!

I love this video. Thank you John. RESPECT, its what everyone should give and crave.

Humility, respect for elders, and self-respect plus the social ramification of acting stupid in public are the reasons Filipinos treat others with kindness and compassion. Add to that our religious upbringing, where parents actually follow what they preach to their children. And so, there's this ever-present feeling, even as adults, that we do not want our family to be embarrassed of how we behaved with others. Family reputation is so valued, and family pride is a shared responsibility. At sixty, I still think when I'm tempted to cuss others when they are being rude to me -- "oh my God, my parents will be so ashamed of me if they learn I did about what I'm about to do." Or, "my siblings will disown me."

Great content John. Thank you. Another interesting factor with the US is the prevalence and style of divorce and how much it tears families apart. I think if you look at that factor it has a lot to do with the deterioration of the American family unit since roughly half American marriages go through this.

What you said about the US about having more to offer, consumerism at its finest and unfortunately, that's also the root of the unhappiness and anxiety. So many choices, so many things you need to get or own or achieve..in PH, it is all about valuingvwhat's more important and going back to the basics - this is also the reason why we are resilient and welcoming and happier in spite of all the limitations. People strive here to have a comfortable life - not necessarily to be rich or be millionaires. You can ask Filipinos what they want to own..they'd tell you house, business, etc..anything connected to family but I doubt hardworking Filipinos have signature handbags or sports car as their top goals - almost everyone like something that can also make their family and friends happy or share/benefit from that success. The difference, I think, is more on the values. In PH we are more family oriented values vs individualistic values in the US. That is why it is ingrained to Filipinos to be respectful - the way we treat our elders, the way we treat our friends, customers, guests..it all roots fron that affinity to being family oriented - valuing the sense of belonging, embracing and making one a part of that family/society - until you prove that you dont deserve it. That' s where the respect roots from because otherwise, we wont care. However, it isn't always perfect and this has some toxic effects too..but nonetheless, I think that sense of valuing connections and compassion makes it easier for us to be happy in spite of the things we lack because at the end of the day, when you think of it..which is more priceless and can make you happier? Your relationships/connections/family or your mansion, your status, etc? I think we can pretty much can find the answer to that in our societies.

I really enjoy your videos. I think the Philippines is so connected to faith. It's very refreshing. Thx for sharing this.

Thank you very much and Godbless you🙏

The most obvious is RESPECT to each other especially for seniors.

Yeah I am from California to and I cant wait to get back to the Philippines Yeah sure we have a lot to offer here But all of the crime and too many shootings The philippines reminds me of what the US use to be back in the 50s People in the Philippines are a lot more friendly then here in California they will say GOOD MORNING back to you Not In calif LOL they just walk right past you like you never said a word

Life is about living and loving and sharing with people. Without experiencing people, we are no different from a plant. In philippines, that is what we do best, live, love, share

Respect, humility and kindness and apply to everything in your life but filipino was so resilient and thats what make us different from other plus the culture of giving,kindness,fun loving etc adds up to the sauce.

Thank you. God bless

Thta's TRUE. They give you RESPECT outright as a human being.

Wait a minute at the 4:00 mark you said you don't hear anyone raising their voice. Have you ever been around 5 or 6 Filipina women cooking and getting ready for a party. Good grief you can hear them from a mile away 😂😅.

My cousin who is married to an American they used to live in Thailand because of work now they're back in the states but her husband don't feel secure everytime she goes out alone because what's been happening over there

Because why would we disrespect the elders or other people? Being respectful is a basic manner and being rude reflects on the way our parents raised us. Kindness is always better and more convenient than being Karen.

Your video has caused me to think a lot about my Filipino wife and me making a visit back home to America in the near future. We were married for 12 years now. I am 77 years old and living here steadily for the last 18 years. My wife is 62 and would like to see what America is like. Respect is something your article brought out. She has a Filipino friend who is inviting us to join her and her husband in California for a visit. My family came from Wisconsin and I would like to fly to Wisconsin while in the US. The Problem is that my brother, Niece, or son can't or won't help us in any way to make our visit pleasant. They show little interest in helping us. After being away for so long, I no longer have a car or a driver's license there. Public transportation in the states is very poor at best. Not like the Philippines. I could just go to California and skip Wisconsin. This would mean that I could die here without having said goodbye to my family there. I can see what you are saying with respect when they have very little in their own families. I am only living off my Social Security income so I have no saved up savings. Is this added expense worth it in the long term?

I was in line at departure area in NAIA , maybe around 100 people Befoe me waiting for ticketing When a guy pulled me over and Directed me to a station to hasten My ticketing. I was suprised anf Ask him why? Your a senior. . you Dont need to stand that long.

For me its the love in the Philippines. I do realize from listening to other channels that I was extremely lucky to find the partner I did. But I absolutely see what you are talking about. He has now been approved by USCIS and I've already been warning him that here (this will sound bizarre to some I think) we have to be more careful. In Cebu and in Carcar and in Sibonga - we could be and were totally ourselves. We held hands in public, we went to Seaside mall with some of his family to buy his engagement ring. His priest even said he would perform our wedding if he were permitted to. His mother hosted a big engagement party to which everyone anywhere near his home came. NO ONE CARED. Here, most would not care, but those who did might very well become violent. I didn't put that down to respect, but to historic culture - but I do realize listening to you, that it is a manifestation of respect. Thank you for opening my eyes to that. To be honest, if we could have gotten married there, and if the medical care on average had been a bit better, we would have stayed there, my retirement and passive income would have given us the best of all lives - but it was not to be, and we want to be married, so he will be here in a few months (we were together there for half a year). I have never been happier, but I do worry about what America might do to him. He is so shy and quiet and gentle (well educated too). Thank you for the channel.

In addition to respect for elders (and other people) and obedience to lawful authority, one other trait that I instilled in my 3 children from the time that they were toddlers is COMPASSION, especially for the poor and under-privileged, for the natural environment and for animals. We carried out for 22 straight years an annual sharing caravan every Christmas eve that brought food and other basic necessities to dirt poor homeless folks around Manila. This was the only kind of Christmas Eve activity, not the traditional lavish Noche Buena feasts, that my children grew up with until their 20s for I believed that the only way for them to become compassionate to others is to actually see the squalor, poverty, hunger and homelessness that envelopes many people, many eating out of garbage bins and trash piles. From one sleigh (car), we grew to as many as 20 sleighs at one point with other parents tagging along their kids to be exposed. An Augustinian priest from India who joined one of our runs confessed to me (not the other way around huh?) that while he had seen much poverty in his own country, this was the first time that he came so close to the really destitute ones. We were not the only ones doing this, there were many others we saw doing the same. We'd cap the usually 4-hour caravan before sunrise with an early Christmas day breakfast of hot choco, bibingka and puto bumbong at Aristocrat Restaurant, Roxas Boulevard along Manila Bay.

That's one thing I noticed about the US... small things or misunderstandings will almost always blow up instantly. I believe the Philippines is hotter than the US but the heads of many Americans are hotter 😅

Yes sir I agreed with you. I am a Filipino. Most of my life spent in the Philippines but when I get married my husband brought me here in the USA. When I came here I had no problem adjusting, I felt like similar to the culture I grew up back home very welcoming but after 10 years in here I noticed the changes. There are more don’t care kind of people which I am sad. In my own opinion I think the respect is still there but they don’t want to show it because of lack of love for each other. As a Filipino people we believe that love is the most important thing because of love you cares ❤

This "respect" comes from the Filipino people's humility. More Pride means more "disrespect" : of parents, of teachers, of elders, of people in authority, of people who disagree with one's ideas. Pride is the #1 root of all conflict: between individuals, between groups of people, even between entire races, nations, and religions. Greed is only #2.

In spite of the Philippines' hot humid temperature, Filipinos are still patient, always smiling 😄😁. The barometer Filipinos' patience is so high.

Thank you for appreciating our culture. 😊♥

I can proudly say that paying respect is a major rule every Filipino parents sets to their child because in that way parents were not afraid that their child will not get harm when their not around or when they were outside our home basic recpect and kindness is something that thought inside every Filipino home and also caring to each other is one also...

People that are sensitive need to grow thick skin when someone disrespects them; stand your ground respectfully that usually diffuses the situation and make the conversation transactional.

OH GOD BLESS YOU❣️

Are you still leavin in 90s you still see Philippines that way wow 2023 our hospitals have modern technology all ready

Thank you for appreciating our country and culture, Sir. I wish you more success. God bless you.

husband speaking age 80 - John, my Filipino wife and I are starting our 47th year of marriage. We were pen pals for 5 1/2 years, this being in the early 70's. My first trip to Cebu was 1979 with a new wife. So much has changed since that first visit. Friendly, kind and very helpful as well as respect for anyone older than you are. My wife is of the Ceniza Clan, she was a teacher in Mandaue ( until I gave her early retirement ) We currently have a home on Mactan Island, Vistamar Resort where currently we spend 5 months a year. We still have a home in Everett, Wash. ( 30 miles North of Seattle ) Heading back this Nov. 15th. 2023.

Yes . The US has 100X of everything... But after living in Latin America and the Philippines the past 20 years, all I got to say is who needs all that shit.. too many unnecessary choices, at the end of the day most material things in life are pretty much the same.. minimalism is liberating

What I watched from the movies of US and Philippines..simply like this: Philippines:..Mom ,Dad stay with us ,,we will take good care of both of you when you aged ..😊 US:..I'm 18 we are going out of here ...find a job. Mom ,Dad We can't take care of you...we will take you to the home of the aged😢

Im an expat from UK ...moved to Philippines after marriage in 2018 and been here ever since, there is a certain love and respect you feel for this country and culture... unlike where I was from where I would usually not feel safe just going to a shop at night because of the hoodie culture in UK, in PH everyone is your tita tito , lolo or even lola even if you only met them once .. they always give you respect you dont find elsewhere ... it can be exspensive in PH compared to other countries but you learn to adapt... good video ... My life is a lot better here but there is also the requirement to take your spouse to cexperience where you come from ... in my case ... one day i do dread lol but ill take her ..

Thank you so much for the kind words for us Filipinos,our culture,and Country.. You're welcome here in Philippines Sir😊🙏.

I’m a Filipino currently living in the US, your initial comparison imho is akin to apples and oranges. Remember that the Philippines is a developing country so in terms of the amenities, conveniences, efficiencies in several sectors will not be on par with a developed country in the West like the US for example. So foreigners, esp from developed countries, who come to my country shouldn’t really expect the same level of economic and social services they have in their own countries. Sure there are pockets of seeming economic prosperity and conveniences in urban areas like BGC or Makati or Davao City or Cebu City but there are still more places that are in a state of poverty and in need of economic advancements and social services. But I agree with your thoughts on Filipino respect. In general, we are a respectful people and we are non confrontational. But let me share my opinion as to why we have this trait. It all boils down to family values and religious beliefs. That respect comes from valuing the teachings of our parents. After God, family is the most important foundation of every Filipino’s life. It’s what makes us respectful and resilient. Of course, there are also dysfunctional Filipino families but you’ll find that no matter how dysfunctional a family is, when it comes to tribulations i.e. financial loss, illness, death, they come together as a family, to help out or pay their respects. It may sound cliché, but for most Filipinos, blood remains thicker than water, not necessarily out of loyalty but more about respecting our roots. And as a Filipino living here in the US for a long time, these strong family ties and filial bonds are the stark differences I see and experience. I remember having quite a culture shock when I first got here and at learning one co worker friend hasn’t talked to his brother for more than a decade and I asked if they had a fight and he said no, it’s just that they live different lives and don’t pry into each other’s affairs. And that’s okay, he added. As the eldest brother in my family, I couldn’t imagine not talking to all my siblings for that long and not respectfully pry into their lives. Lol. But kidding aside, I also value and respect American individualism and independence. And I think Filipinos can learn a lot and be more confident from having a bit of these traits without sacrificing our family ties. Lastly, I think materialism plays quite a role in why Americans tend to be disrespectful of each other as well as the recent divisive political climate. That’s unfortunately getting worse. This is why I’m making plans to go back to the Philippines for good. Anyway, I’m sorry if my comment is quite long. Your video and views encouraged me to share my opinion about your topic. Thank you for sharing your insights about my country.

We go further than to say Yes Ma'm/Sir by uttering from the bottom of our hearts, from the young and to the adults, elders (eg. followed by KUYA or ATE), co-employees to employers, neighbors, strangers, first acquaintances, regardless of tacit authorities, positions or ranks observed, color or race, perhaps we are colonially subservient or odedient to tradition, we always say more to answer an inquiry or question with utmost respect, we say Yes "po", Ma'm/Sir _____ (name of the person shown respect) or "Opo" Kuya/Ate_____ (double politeness expressed) Automatically followed by Salamat po ng marami! Sir John with emphasis on the "very much" for being grateful, the follow through of politeness with matching island smile, a tap, a shake of hand or a warm hug

We Filipinos are thought from early age to respect and love the elderly, so when we reach their age we will be respected too..

Thank you John. I truly appreciate the good words. I live abroad for 40 years now but Philippines is where my heart is. Soon I will go back home and live the simple life. More power to you and your family. God bless😊

RESPECT

Also a lack of respect in the netherlands from my experience. The us sounds like the Netherlands in that respect. Currently in boracay left manila yesterday. The Philippines is simalar to my birth country that people do respect each other on the isle of man

One peculiar thing about Phils is the "marites ' character.Its about our quite nosy neighbor,workmate or even a relative.A marites can be very toxic but it also has its advantages as they act as CCTV..in the neighborhood so if bad things happen like burgary or something ..you don't have to worry coz our marites neighbors will always be there to the rescue.Theyre also news gatherers and. Reporters so I guess aside from tv and social media..it's the cheaper ways to get information 😂😂😂

wish the video was a bit longer but nevertheless i enjoyed it

Convenience comes with money..Most people in highly urbanized cities are getting like robots, living for money payimg bills and forgetting they are human. People only taking care of themselves.

I'll be in Chicago tomorrow, where this is still true. Twin cities, too. Milwaukee not so much. Calling people by their first names kept in about ten years ago, and I find that grating.

It is not only the act of respect (that of bringing one of your hand to th forehead). It is predominant in Tagalog speaking Filipinos to end their sentence with the word "po" which signifies respect particularly parents, to those older and or to people in authority.

The roads "a BIT better".......you're funny John😂

Difficult to understand why a single man with a pension would remain in California.

Two thumbs 👍👍 up that's my #1 pet pet anywhere respect

FilipinonAmerican here, naturalized citizen in the US. If we can just transfer the American standards when it comes to infrastructures like garbage collection, access to good water, monitoring of air pollution, freeways, cemented and wider streets, consistent sidewalks, health services especially for Medicare people, etc. Access to public transport, trains, buses, etc. ❤️ that about the U. S. Overall, Americans are friendly on a level that’s comfortable. Corruption among public elected officials, officers, workers, contractors, subcontractors is deep in the Philippines. For example, a road is newly built, but next, week, it’s pulverized. The budget for that project has already be stolen. That’s all I can say… told to me by a relative. That’s why the Philippines people need more courage to expose this… minimize stealing, and effectively discipline those who steal from the government. There are young elected politicians that are honest. Hats off to them. The Filipinos need more of them. 😊

Reverse "But" Keeping it 100, I hate the phony stock video footage, really detracts more than it adds....BUT I enjoyed listening to your perspective. You have a nice friendly upbeat demeanor. (Music is bad too...like something from an educational, corporate training or insurance video, ugh)

The U.S. runs on a different philosophy than the PH... PH are family and community oriented... trust me, this is both a good thing and a bad thing (guilt-tripping and forced conformity anyone?)... The US runs on the individualism, but this might shock people, but that's not a bad thing (you are more free to express as an individual and find your own path rather than being told what to do by your parents or elders), but it's also all not good (sense of loss in community and family belongingness)... If you find a good balance between these two factors, IMO you'll be fine... Unfortunately, some people have pushed the "individualism" to the extreme that they are now isolated. For adults, with good mental training, this doable... but i dont think children should grow up in such an environment...as a result, it's more common to find dysfunctional people growing up here in the US... The same could be said in the PH if you push the extreme of family or community oriented - you will lose your sense of self, and you will feel as if you are a slave to opinion or directions of the family or community... IMO, find a good balance between the two...

Living in the US and working in a hospital, for me healthcare is better in the Philippines compared to US. A patient will not be stifled by insurance coverage/policy. There will be no gap in providing services as long as a person has a means of paying. Best institutions are of course within city limits so lower your expectations if you live in provinces. But technology is not far behind compared to America’s. Cost is definitely lower even in Metro Manila’s big name hospitals.

True respectfulness is not well observed in US especially to young generation including FilAm children. Don’t use the word “po”. When invited to houses they don’t acknowledge the host but they do it on the pets. It’s all on the parents training I say.

The country is changing both rapidly and drastically by social science standards but it will probably remain livable for what remains of my life. What you need to understand is how it got the way it is. Like most poor countries, your primary safety net is friends and extended family. As such, much of your behavior is governed by the principle that, "the toes you step on today may be attached to the butt you have to kiss tomorrow." Housing is expensive in terms of local wages so it isn't unusual to have three generations living under one roof. Any job worth having gets filled long before there is a need to advertise so you need good social connections to get the job in the first place and if your coworkers don't like you you're not going to hold it very long. It adds up to a country full of people who are quick to smile, slow to anger and willing to bend over backwards for anyone who will try to meet them half way. The down side is foreigners don't really have a defined place in that social structure. You have to build it on a case by case basis and if you botch things so bad the situation turns violent you better get on the next plane going anywhere.

american culture where individual freedom is overemphasized. it creates a culture where an individuals rights trumps another persons individual rights... its social culture its ohana heheheh nobody gets left behind...kidding aside...social responisbility, social freedom, social accountability...but not socialism....we have what we call a cooerative and the so called bayanihan system these two concepts that exist in the filipino culture can help explain part of what the culture is. its not exclusive but mostly and often ingrained

Your one of my fav Phils vlogger because of having the experience of living in Australia plus your got a great vibe and attitude

Empathy is huge among us, Filipinos, too. Maybe it's an extension or another form of respect. Whatever, it's a very rare trait that I hope stays with us forever.

As from western europe, can agree. The biggest assets in Philippines is the people

Here in the Philippines our sons and daughters do not have to leave the nest until they want to. And when they do, we make sure that they are strong enough to make it on their own no matter if they are 18, 30 or whatever... and they are welcome to come home anytime. Having been given this care by our parents we in turn see to it that we are there for them in their sunset years. This is so in most of Asia.

You know why family is everything to pinoys ? We are not afraid to confront each other , past ways of culture is instilled even in changes like religion , criminals are always caught and punished though we're not perfect as some easily commoit suicide , but we never ever had permanent establishmentsb for old elders where they are put at if not one family member can not take care of them or him/her , im the provinces we tend to take care of them until they naturally die no abandonement .

Asian culture plays a great difference in the PH, Korea, Japan where you find respect is a dominant trait for the elderly you rarely find in the west. Respect start in the family tradition and handed down through generation a person carry with it wherever he go.

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Dapat ang gawin ng AMERICA ay,,, maglagay Ang AMERICA ng maraming battle ship dyan sa west Philippine sea,,,pag yan ay ginawa ng America ay magPAPasalamat ako sa AMERICA,,,,

Thanks a lot on your evaluation about the Philippines. May your thoughts open the eyes of others.

You also have outrages prices you cannot afford anything in the us I live very well in the Philippines with money left over

This is refreshing.. such enlightenment to everybody. God blese you sir.

Filipinos have the ability to live simple life perhaps owing to admission of dignity, but they can be merciful, despite that, and stay focus.

All true but like in the USA and many other countries these values are on the decline especially in the major metropolitan areas.

Thank you for the nice remarks about Filipinos and our culture 🙂👌💜

Thank you so much for this🥰🥰🥰Much love from the Philippines❤️🇵🇭

Seems every expat that is replying feels the same. I’ve lived here a year and a half. Hard to find one word to describe the difference. Respect fits the best. The one word for the US is entitled. Everyone thinks they are entitled just because. Not here. Sure you have levels of income but respect is even. Kind of reminds me of America in the late 50s and early 60s. I wouldn’t trade this life I have now.

So ! Wherever you come from , if your heart is in the Philippines , then home is where the Heart is . If you are of the age that you feel comfy around the City , don’t bother with the provinces . Hospitals in Manila , Cebu , and I guess Davao , are modern . No problems . Banking and nightlife are great . They speak English wherever you go , with only a few small exceptions where older people can’t . I am waiting to return as I write , can’t wait to get out of the UK .

I think I agree... In general we Pinoys like to make other people comfortable and at ease in our own place. We know we make do with a lot of things that other people especially foreigners may not necessarily be comfortable with... so we try to help them adjust, adapt and blend in easily... that's all!! Yes... Its kindness redounding to respect...

Having visited P.I 5 times when I was in the Navy, then returning to marry my girlfriend in '95, then one final time when I had to return for her funeral (was waiting for her visa to be approved when she died), every Filipino I met was kind and respectful. They don't yell or cuss or anything like an American would. Great folks. I would like to go back there again some day, perhaps to retire. Going to look into it.

Thank you for your video Sir. It is always our prayer that we Filipinos continue to uphold the Word of God. It is our declaration from generation to generation because I believe that the love of God will bind every family and it is manifested in our community, church, neighborhood, schools and as a nation. Today, it is a big challenge to live like Christ but it is always our choice to do so.. Basically if God is absent in the family, chaos is expected. May the good Filipino traits, character and attitude continue to impact people wherever each one goes local or abroad. God bless everyone.