We all know that Pinoys are flawed beings – just like everyone else in the world. Although most online discussions tend to focus on our toxic traits, we’ve also got characteristics we’re 100% proud of. Pinoy Redditors recently talked about non-toxic Filipino culture, and their insights hit close to home.

We like keeping things ~*clean*~

When nature calls, you can’t expect Pinoys to wipe our business clean with tissue and call it a day. That’s why every Filipino household has a tabo and timba, or these days, a bidet. We’re such sticklers for cleanliness that our daily showers are a MUST. We’d rather brave cold morning showers than leave the house feeling sticky. Sometimes, we even shower twice a day. We’re very keen on cleanliness and we have our sinister hot season to thank for that!

The Pinoy sense of humor

Although Filipino resiliency gets romanticized a lot, we have an uncanny knack for finding silver linings even in the direst situations. Pinoys are naturally funny, and the countless viral moments turned into memes are a testament to that. Sure, humor can’t fix everything, but it can uplift people when they need it most.

A jeepney kind of world

Jeepneys are like little communities on wheels. You know that your money’s safe when you pass your pamasahe to strangers. On other occasions, you may spot a familiar face who’ll gladly offer to pay your fare. But what’s more impressive are the unsung heroes who’ll gladly shout “Para daw!” on your behalf when the driver can’t hear you.

“Kamusta na, suki?”

The wet market is where you can find everything you need in the kitchen. It’s also where you’ll meet vendors who can become your best buddies. Once you become a member of the suki club, expect special discounts and exclusive access to the freshest produce before it even hits the shelves.

“Tara, kain!”

Whether you’re visiting a friend or happen to be at a place where there’s food, Pinoys will always greet you with a smile and a hearty “Tara, kain!” It’s a classic way to show Filipino hospitality. The trick here is to politely refuse three times before finally giving in to avoid any feeling of awkwardness.

Sharing is love

A Filipino get-together isn’t complete without sharing food with the entire neighborhood. Feel free to dig in as long as there’s food and drinks on the table! Of course, Pinoys won’t let their guests leave without a bag of Sharon-ned food to enjoy the next day.

Strong family ties

Filipinos have so much love for their families. Unlike in Western cultures, where people are expected to be self-independent by the age of 18, Filipino parents won’t make a fuss if their children and relatives are living with them. It’s also uncommon for Filipinos to send their aged parents to nursing homes because they prioritize their care and companionship more than anything.

Bayanihan

Even with all the burdens tied with utang na loob, it has never stopped Filipinos from helping one another. We continue to prove that Bayanihan culture is alive and part of our DNA. From devastating calamities, festivities, random encounters with strangers, and all the moments between, Filipinos will always show compassion. 

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